About John Messel
Lived 1883 – 1948 (aged 65). John Messel was an American gymnast.
John Miesel (February 10, 1883 – October 4, 1948) was an American gymnast. He competed in the four events at 1904 Summer Olympics.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was John Messel?
American gymnast
When was John Messel born?
John Messel was born on 10 February 1883 in Grosse Pointe.
When did John Messel die?
John Messel died on 4 October 1948.
What was John Messel's occupation?
John Messel was a gymnast.
What nationality was John Messel?
John Messel was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). John Messel. https://biography.guide/john-messel/
MLA: "John Messel." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/john-messel/.
Chicago: "John Messel." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/john-messel/.
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