Edoardo Mangiarotti

Fencer

Birthday April 7, 1919

Birth Sign Aries

Birthplace Italy

DEATH DATE May 25, 2012 (93)

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About

Italian fencer who won more World Championships and Olympic titles than any other fencer in the sport's history.

Before Fame

He was trained by his father, who was also a famous fencer.

Trivia

He was the oldest member of the Italian team at the 1960 Olympic Games in Rome.

Family Life

His brother, Dario, was also an Olympic gold medalist.

Associated With

His total Olympic medal count was surpassed by Michael Phelps.