What Happened on August 25, 1875

Captain Webb Conquers the English Channel

An artist from the Illustrated London News drew this scene depicting Captain Webb’s arrival at Calais

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Captain Matthew Webb makes the 1st observed and unassisted swim across the English Channel in 21 hours and 45 minutes

Matthew Webb — Long Distance Swimmer Matthew Webb

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About August 25, 1875

Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 146 years, 4 months and 28 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Virgo

What Happened in 1875

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