Fritz Wiessner

Fritz Wiessner (February 26, 1900 – July 3, 1988) was a pioneer of free climbing. Born in Dresden, Germany, he emigrated to New York City in 1929. He became a U.S. citizen in 1935.

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Fritz Wiessner
Birth dateFebruary 26, 1900
Birth place
Germany , Dresden
Nationality
Germany
Date of deathJuly 03, 1988
Residence
Stowe Vermont , United States
Known for
Free climbing

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