About Peter Blair
Lived 1932 – 1994 (aged 62). Peter Blair was an American amateur wrestler.
Peter Blair (February 14, 1932 – June 29, 1994) was an American wrestler and naval officer. He was Olympic bronze medalist in Freestyle wrestling in 1956. A Norfolk, Virginia native, Blair attended Granby High School graduating at age 16. He would then go on to attend the Naval Academy, graduating in 1955 and winning two NCAA crowns at 190-pounds. His greatest year was 1956 when he won the Eastern All-Navy heavyweight title, the All-Navy title at 191-pounds, the 191-pound class at the AAU Championships, and then won the Olympic Trials. After the Olympics he retired from wrestling and became a career Naval officer. In 2009, he was inducted into the National Wrestling Hall of Fame as a Distinguished Member.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Peter Blair?
Olympic wrestler (1932–1994)
When was Peter Blair born?
Peter Blair was born on 14 February 1932 in Cleveland.
When did Peter Blair die?
Peter Blair died on 29 June 1994 in Michigan.
What was Peter Blair's occupation?
Peter Blair was an amateur wrestler.
What nationality was Peter Blair?
Peter Blair was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Peter Blair (wrestler)
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