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George Nissen

1914-02-03 – 2010-04-07

Life & Legacy

George Peter Nissen (February 3, 1914 – April 7, 2010) was an American gymnast and inventor who developed the modern trampoline and made trampolining a worldwide sport and recreation.

Occupation & Career

trampoline gymnast, inventor, artistic gymnast

Education

University of Iowa; Washington High School

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Education & Institutions

University of Iowa · Washington High School

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Sources & Provenance

  1. Wikidata population candidate Q957395 — wikidata View source

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