About Joseph Mewis
Lived 1931 – 2025 (aged 94). Joseph Mewis was a Belgian amateur wrestler.
Jozef Jef Mewis (23 March 1931 – 10 April 2025) was a Belgian wrestler. He was an Olympic silver medalist in Freestyle wrestling in 1956. He also competed at the 1952, 1960 and 1964 Olympics.
Mewis died in April 2025 at the age of 94. At his death, he remained the last Belgian wrestler to have won an Olympic medal in freestyle wrestling.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Joseph Mewis?
Olympic wrestler
When was Joseph Mewis born?
Joseph Mewis was born on 23 March 1931 in Antwerp.
When did Joseph Mewis die?
Joseph Mewis died on 10 April 2025 in Antwerp.
What was Joseph Mewis's occupation?
Joseph Mewis was an amateur wrestler.
What nationality was Joseph Mewis?
Joseph Mewis was Belgian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Joseph Mewis. https://biography.guide/joseph-mewis/
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