About Karl Schmedes
Lived 1908 – 1981 (aged 72). Karl Schmedes was a German boxer.
Karl Schmedes (November 14, 1908 – May 31, 1981) was a German boxer who competed in the 1936 Summer Olympics.
He was born in Dortmund.
In 1936 he was eliminated in the first round of the lightweight class after losing his fight to José Padilla.
1936 Olympic results Below is the record of Karl Schmedes, a German lightweight boxer who competed at the 1936 Berlin Olympics:
Round of 32: lost to José Padilla (Philippines) by decision
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Who was Karl Schmedes?
German boxer (1908-1981)
When was Karl Schmedes born?
Karl Schmedes was born on 14 November 1908 in Dortmund.
When did Karl Schmedes die?
Karl Schmedes died on 31 May 1981 in Dortmund.
What was Karl Schmedes's occupation?
Karl Schmedes was a boxer.
What nationality was Karl Schmedes?
Karl Schmedes was German.
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