About George Mehnert
Lived 1881 – 1948 (aged 66). George Mehnert was an American amateur wrestler.
George Nicholas Mehnert (November 3, 1881 – July 8, 1948) was an American wrestler who competed in the 1904 Summer Olympics and 1908 Summer Olympics, winning the gold medal at both Olympics.
At the 1904 Olympics, he won a gold medal in flyweight category. Four years later at the 1908 Olympics, he won a gold medal in freestyle bantamweight category. By winning the gold medal in 1908, Mehnert became the first American to win two Olympic gold medals in wrestling.
In 1976, Mehnert was inducted into the inaugural class of the National Wrestling Hall of Fame as a Distinguished Member.
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Who was George Mehnert?
Olympic wrestler (1881–1948)
When was George Mehnert born?
George Mehnert was born on 3 November 1881 in Newark.
When did George Mehnert die?
George Mehnert died on 8 July 1948 in Newark.
What was George Mehnert's occupation?
George Mehnert was an amateur wrestler.
What nationality was George Mehnert?
George Mehnert was American.
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