Earl Caddock

Earl Caddock (February 27, 1888 – August 25, 1950) was an American professional wrestler and World Heavyweight Champion who was active in the early portion of the twentieth century. As the first man to bill himself as "The Man of 1,000 Holds" (a nickname used many times since), Caddock was one of professional wrestling's biggest stars between the years of 1915 and 1922.

This article is about the professional wrestler Earl Caddock. For Earl Cadoc of Cornwall, see Cadoc of Cornwall.
Earl Caddock
Born(1888-02-27)27 February 1888
Huron, South Dakota, U.S.
Died25 August 1950(1950-08-25) (aged 62)
Walnut, Iowa, U.S.
Professional wrestling career
Ring name(s)Earl Caddock
Billed height5 ft 11 in (180 cm)
Billed weight182 lb (83 kg)
Trained byBenny Reubin
Frank Gotch
Martin Burns
DebutJune 8, 1915
RetiredJune 7, 1922
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