Karl Johnson (wrestler)
Swedish wrestler
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Karl Johnson (13 September 1883 – 6 November 1952) was a Swedish wrestler.[1] He competed in the lightweight event at the 1912 Summer Olympics.[2]
Born13 November 1883
Grästorp, Sweden
Grästorp, Sweden
Died6 November 1952 (aged 68)
Burbank, California, United States
Burbank, California, United States
| Karl Johnson | |
|---|---|
| Born | 13 November 1883 Grästorp, Sweden |
| Died | 6 November 1952 (aged 68) Burbank, California, United States |
Johnson, also known as the "Terrible Swede", fought in the United States, based in Chicago, in mixed style challenge matches, including Cornish wrestling.[3][4]
