Friday, February 20, 2009

  • John Grunn Marx


    • "The Luxembourg Hercules" John Grunn Marx was descended from a long line of blacksmiths. He was famous for his tremendously powerful hand strength and his ability to break horse shoes. In 1905, he performed a harness lift with 4410 pounds.

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    Friday, November 30, 2007

  • John Grunn Marx: Horseshoe Breaker

    • John Grunn Marx, known as "The Luxembourg Hercules," broke three horseshoes in the short span of 2 minutes and 15 seconds at an exhibition in Paris around 1905.

    He was also very proficient at lifting thick-handled equipment and was said to be able to bend coins.    		John Grunn Marx: Horseshoe BreakerJohn Grunn Marx: Horseshoe Breaker

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