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This research by Francis Edwards profiles Gerry Cawley (now Historian of the Cornish Wrestling Association), presenting him as the most successful and influential Cornish wrestler of the late 20th century and a central figure in keeping the tradition alive. Beginning as a young competitor in village tournaments, Cawley quickly rose through the ranks, winning multiple […]
An article written by Francis Edwards on 2nd August 2025 explores how Cornish wrestling became a popular spectator sport in 19th-century London, driven by urbanisation, media coverage, and organised promotion. At its centre is Joseph Menear, a Cornish miner turned wrestler who rose to dominate the London scene in the 1860s. Competing mainly at Hackney […]
The wrestling sources at Kresen Kernow form a rich, dispersed archive spanning books, manuscripts, organisational records, and visual material. Rather than a single collection, they collectively document the evolution, social role, and cultural significance of wrestling in Cornwall, offering multiple entry points for historical research. 280 records available. The wrestling results within the Kresen Kernow […]