Henry Duey

American weightlifter (1908–1993) From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Henry Ludwig Duey (May 1, 1908 February 13, 1993) was an American weightlifter and Olympic medalist. Duey was born in Chicago, Illinois.[1] He won the bronze medal at the 1932 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles.[2]

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NationalityAmerican
BornHenry Ludwig Duey
(1908-05-01)May 1, 1908
Chicago, Illinois
DiedFebruary 13, 1993(1993-02-13) (aged 84)
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Henry Duey
Personal information
Nickname
Tex
NationalityAmerican
BornHenry Ludwig Duey
(1908-05-01)May 1, 1908
Chicago, Illinois
DiedFebruary 13, 1993(1993-02-13) (aged 84)
OccupationWeightlifter
Medal record
Representing  United States
Olympic Games
Bronze medal – third place1932 Los Angeles-82.5kg
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Career

At the 1932 Olympics, Duey won the bronze medal in the light-heavyweight division with ease however, he was not close to beating the first and second place competitors. This was Duey's only medal that he had won in an international competition.[1]

Death

Duey died on February 13, 1993, at the age of 84 in Chipley, Florida.[1]

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