Jean-Fernand Leischen (21 August 1919 – 20 April 2017) was a

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ish fencer who competed in three Summer

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, competing in the men's individual and team

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events at each one. His best result was fourth at the team épée event at the

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. In 2008 he was promoted to the rank of Chevalier in the

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. He also served as President of the Luxembourg Fencing Federation from 1961-1964.

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