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Jake von Kanel

  • Class
    1928
  • Induction
    1997
  • Sport(s)
    Football
Jake von Kanel ('28)

Jake von Kanel, a 1928 Wilmington College graduate, was nicknamed "The Big Swede" having amassed 14 varsity letters. He was a standout fullback while also competing in baseball, basketball and track & field.
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