Allan Kwartler

Allan S. Kwartler (nicknamed "Doc";[1] September 10, 1917 – November 11, 1998), born in New York City, was an American sabre and foil fencer.

[6] Kwartler began fencing at Wayne State University under Bela de Tuscan at age 28.

[6] In 1946 he transferred to and continued fencing at Michigan State University under Charles Schmitter, while he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in 1948 in bacteriology.

[11][6] He was a member of the sabre team that placed fourth in 1956, and in individual saber he made the semi-finals that same year.

[6] His best international success was winning the 1959 Pan American Games individual sabre title in Chicago.

He was a widely respected official, and presided at the individual sabre finals in the 1960 Summer Olympics in Rome.

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