About This Tool
Hold History is a quick reference tool for wrestling fans who want to learn about the origins and evolution of professional wrestling moves.
This site uses AI to generate historical overviews based on wrestling knowledge, but what you really should do is seek out the expertise of dedicated wrestling historians and communities. Always verify important details with authoritative sources.
Recommended Resources
Websites & Databases
- Cagematch.net - Comprehensive wrestling database
- Wrestling Observer - News and historical analysis
- Pro Wrestling Fandom - Community-built wrestling wiki
Books
- The Squared Circle by David Shoemaker - Life, death, and professional wrestling
- Tributes series by Dave Meltzer - Comprehensive wrestling history
- Wrestling at the Chase by Larry Matysik - Territory era history
For Visual Learning
- Dark Side of the Ring - Documentary series
- YouTube channels dedicated to wrestling history
Community
- r/SquaredCircle - Active wrestling discussion community