Adolf Spiess
German gymnast and educator (1810–1858) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Karl Adolf Spieß (3 February 1810 – 9 May 1858) was a German gymnast and educator who contributed to the development of school gymnastics for children of both sexes in Switzerland and Germany.
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Adolf Spiess | |
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Born | (1810-02-03)3 February 1810 |
Died | 9 May 1858(1858-05-09) (aged 48) Darmstadt, Grand Duchy of Hesse, German Confederation |
Academic background | |
Alma mater | University of Giessen (Theology) Martin Luther University of Halle-Wittenberg (Theology) |
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Discipline | Gymnastics Intramural sports |
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