About Kurtdereli Mehmet
Lived 1864 – 1939 (aged 74–75). Kurtdereli Mehmet was a Turkish amateur wrestler.
Kurtdereli Mehmet Pehlivan (1864 in Bukurovo village near Tırnova – April 11, 1939 in Kurtdere village near Balıkesir) was a Turkish wrestler. He lived most of his life in the village of Kurtdere, 40 km from Balıkesir. He stood 6'5 (196 cm) tall and weighed 326 lb (148 kg).
He fought with all of the famous wrestlers of his time and gained notoriety throughout Asia Minor and Europe. He became wrestling champion in Kırkpınar, a traditional oil wrestling tournament near Edirne, Turkey.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Kurtdereli Mehmet?
Turkish wrestler (1864–1939)
When was Kurtdereli Mehmet born?
Kurtdereli Mehmet was born in 1864 in Razgrad.
When did Kurtdereli Mehmet die?
Kurtdereli Mehmet died on 11 April 1939 in Balıkesir Province.
What was Kurtdereli Mehmet's occupation?
Kurtdereli Mehmet was an amateur wrestler.
What nationality was Kurtdereli Mehmet?
Kurtdereli Mehmet was Turkish.
Sources & further reading
· Wikipedia: Kurtdereli Mehmet
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