Matthew Webb
Captain Matthew Webb was the first recorded person to swim the English Channel for sport without the use of artificial aids. In 1875, Webb swam from Dover to Calais in less than 22 hours. This made him a celebrity, and he performed many stunts in public. He died trying to swim the Whirlpool Rapids below Niagara Falls, a feat declared impossible.
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Date of Birth
January 19th, 1848
Age
176
Birth Place
United Kingdom, England
Date of Death
July 24th, 1883
Died Aged
35
Star Sign
Capricorn
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