Arthur Saxon, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death

    

Arthur Saxon

German strongman

Date of Birth: 28-Apr-1878

Place of Birth: Leipzig, Leipzig District, Germany

Date of Death: 06-Aug-1921

Profession: circus performer

Nationality: Germany

Zodiac Sign: Taurus


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About Arthur Saxon

  • Arthur Saxon (April 28, 1878 – August 6, 1921), born Arthur Hennig and nicknamed "The Iron-Master", was a German strongman and circus performer from the late 19th century into the early 20th century.
  • Saxon is best known for the bent press, a lift in which he was far superior to any other strongman, setting a world record of 168 kg (370 lbs) which remains unbroken to this day.
  • He also lifted 175 kg (385 lbs) informally in a gym, as well as making a "two hands anyhow" lift of 203 kg (448 lbs).

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