Pierre de Coubertin
founder of modern Olympic Games, pedagogue and historian (1863-1937)
1863 — 1937
Quick Facts
Profession
founder of modern Olympic Games, pedagogue and historian (1863-1937)
Born
January 1, 1863
Died
1937 (age ~74)
Name Origin
French
Timeline
writer, teacher, politician
FranceBorn in 7th arrondissement of ParisDied in Geneva
1863
Born in 7th arrondissement of Paris (1863-01-01)
1896
Positionpresident of the International Olympic Committee (1896–1925)
1937
Died in Geneva
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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.
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Who is Pierre de Coubertin?+
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 ac
What does the name Pierre mean?+
The name Pierre means "A male given name from French, of occasional usage, equivalent to English Peter.". It is of French origin.
When was Pierre de Coubertin born?+
Pierre de Coubertin was born on January 1, 1863.
When did Pierre de Coubertin die?+
Pierre de Coubertin died in 1937, at approximately 74 years of age.
Name Meaning
A male given name from French, of occasional usage, equivalent to English Peter.
The name Pierre is of French origin, meaning "A male given name from French, of occasional usage, equivalent to English Peter.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Pierre — January 1, 1863
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Capricorn
Ambitious, disciplined, patient
Earth · Saturn · Dec 22 – Jan 19
Chinese Zodiac
Pig
Compassionate, generous, diligent
Water · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
10 Kan
Seed — abundance, growth, fertility
Celtic Tree
Birch
Ambitious, driven, charming
Ogham: Beith · Dec 24 – Jan 20
Birthstone: Garnet — Protection, strength
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