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“I just knew if it could be done, it had to be done, and I did it”

Quote by Gertrude Ederle

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Gertrude Ederle

Gertrude Ederle, born on October 23, 1905, in New York, United States, was a renowned swimmer. She is best known for becoming the first woman to swim the English Channel in 1926. Ederle's swimming career was marked by numerous achievements, including breaking world records and winning a gold medal in the women's 100-meter freestyle at the 1928 Amsterdam Olympics. Her accomplishments not only changed the status of women in sports but also inspired countless individuals to pursue their dreams. more

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