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Revision as of 17:59, 21 April 2011
Georg Hackenschmidt (often spelled "George" Hackenschmidt) was an Estonian professional wrestler best remembered for being the first widely recognized World's Champion.
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Career History
Wrestling facts
- Finishing and signature moves
- Bear hug
- Nicknames
- "The Russian Lion"
Championships and accomplishments
- World Heavyweight Champion (original version)
- European Greco-Roman Heavyweight Champion
- French Heavyweight Champion
- Professional Wrestling Hall of Fame (Class of 2002)
- Wrestling Observer Newsletter Hall of Fame (Class of 1996)
- George Tragos/Lou Thesz Professional Wrestling Hall of Fame (2003)
See also
- Georg Hackenschmidt's event history