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The UK women’s Olympic swim team, Stockholm, 1912.

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The UK women’s Olympic swim team made a splash in 1912 at the Stockholm Olympic Games. The team was made up of five members – Gertrude Ederle, Irene Steer, Ethel Lackie, Violet Piercy, and Mina Wylie – and they all made history that day. Gertrude Ederle became the first woman to swim the English Channel, and in doing so, she set a world record for the fastest time. Irene Steer took home a bronze medal in the 100-meter freestyle and a silver medal in the 4×100-meter freestyle relay. Ethel Lackie won bronze in the 200-meter breaststroke. Violet Piercy won the … The UK women’s Olympic swim team, Stockholm, 1912. részletei…

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Gertrude Ederle Becomes The First Woman To Swim The English Channel In 1926.

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On August 6th, 1926, Gertrude Ederle became the first woman to swim across the English Channel, making history in the process. The American swimmer completed the feat in a remarkable 14 hours and 31 minutes, besting the previous record — held by a man — of nearly 20 hours. Ederle endured treacherous conditions throughout the swim, facing strong winds and waves, as well as jellyfish stings. Yet, she persevered, and was greeted by an estimated 2 million people in England upon her arrival. Gertrude Ederle’s accomplishment was a remarkable one, and her courage and perseverance are an inspiration to all. Gertrude Ederle Becomes The First Woman To Swim The English Channel In 1926. részletei…