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Corporal Kirschner

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Title History

Career Highlights

World Wrestling Federation:

  • Michael Kirschner made frequent appearances with the WWF as “R.T. Reynolds” as enhancement talent putting over established stars..
  • Cpl. Kirschner debuted with the World Wrestling Federation after the departure of Sgt. Slaughter to carry on the “patriot” gimmick..
  • March 31, 1985 – Wrestlemania II: Corporal Kirschner defeated Nikolai Volkoff in a “Flag” match..
  • July 11, 1985 – WWF Wrestling Classic: Adrian Adonis defeated Corporal Kirschner in the first round of the tournament..
  • January 2, 1986 – Tuesday Night Titans: Corporal Kirschner appeared in a segment where he was skydiving..
  • January 4, 1986 – Saturday Mights Main Event: Nikolai Volkoff defeated Corporal Kirschner in a “Peace” match..

Calgary Stampede Wrestlig:

  • Michael Kirschner received his another big push while working for Stu Hart’s Stampede Wrestlingin Calgary as “Col. Kirschner”..

Japan – Leatherface:

  • 1990s: Corporal Kirschner worked for FMW in Japan as “Super Leather”, and also doing the Leatherface gimmick..
  • Corporal Kirschner ended up going to jail after punching a Japanese man, and Rick Pattersonbecame “Leatherface”..

Retirement (The Life and Death and Life of Corporal Kirschner):

  • 2004: Released a fictional biography “Wrestle This…Corporal Punishment” by his mother Jean (Pen name: Genevieve O’Callaghan)..
  • October 15, 2006: A man named “Thomas Spear” passed away in Maryland and WWE.com reported that Corporal Kirschner had DIED!
  • October 21, 2006: SLAM!Wrestling’s Greg Oliver broke the story that Corporal Kirschner was alive and well [View The Article]

 

Updated: February 21, 2024 @ 5:48 am

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Debut

1980

Birthday

1960

Hometown

Born in Chicago, Illinois

Gender

Male

Height

6'1"

Weight

253 lbs

Finishing Move(s)

"Corporal Clutch" Cobra clutch

Favorite Move(s)

Football Tackle
Short arm clothesline

Notable Feuds

The Iron Sheik
Nikolai Volkoff

Status

Deceased