About Harry Pennington
Lived 1902 – 1995 (aged 92). Harry Pennington was an amateur wrestler.
Harry Pennington (20 August 1902 – 11 April 1995) was a British amateur wrestler in the 1920s.
Biography In 1926, Pennington was the bantamweight freestyle champion of Great Britain after winning the title at the British Wrestling Championships.
He also taught Joe Reid and was the inaugural winner of the Lancashire Championship in 1925.
By profession Pennington was a miner and was selected to represent England against France in February 1927 and defeated the French wrestler Dueayla in match where he was the only British winner.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Harry Pennington?
British wrestler
When was Harry Pennington born?
Harry Pennington was born on 20 August 1902.
When did Harry Pennington die?
Harry Pennington died on 11 April 1995.
What was Harry Pennington's occupation?
Harry Pennington was an amateur wrestler.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Harry Pennington (wrestler)
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