jan 1, 1863 - Pierre de Coubertin

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Charles Pierre de Frédy, Baron de Coubertin, also known as Pierre de Coubertin and Baron de Coubertin, was a French educator and historian, co-founder of the International Olympic Committee (IOC), and its second president. He is known as the father of the modern Olympic Games. He was particularly active in promoting the introduction of sport in French schools.

Born: Charles Pierre de Frédy, 1 January 1863
Paris, France
Died: 2 September 1937 (aged 74)
Geneva, Switzerland

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