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Sunday, April 08, 2007

Abe Coleman, Wrestler Known as Hebrew Hercules, Dies at 101

Abe Coleman, a squat powerhouse of a professional wrestler, billed by promoters as the Hebrew Hercules and known to opponents by the two-footed kick he copied from kangaroos, died Wednesday in New York. He was 101, probably making him the oldest professional wrestler, according to wrestling publications.

See also: Remembering "Hebrew Hercules" - Really nice article. Hat tip to Tom.
Prof. Hex at 8:59 PM
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