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Albert Wiggins

American swimmer, Olympic athlete, former world record-holder · United States · On the map · Athletes · Lived 1935 to 2011 · aged 76

Albert Marcus Wiggins Jr. was the first American swimmer to win Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) national championships in three strokes: butterfly, backstroke and freestyle. He set four world records in the 100-meter and 100-yard butterfly, and in total won eight AAU titles.

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Ohio State Buckeyes

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International Swimming Hall of Fame

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He also participated in the 1956 Summer Olympics and finished seventh in the 100-meter backstroke event. Although he was recognized as a world top medley swimmer, this event became Olympic only in 1964.

Country
United States
Category
Athletes
Type
Athlete
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1935 to 2011 · aged 76

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