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Bill Orthwein

American swimmer (1881-1955) · United States · On the map · Athletes · Died at 73

William Robert Orthwein was an American sportsman, attorney, business executive and political activist. He was an Olympic bronze medalist in both water polo and the 4x50 freestyle swimming relay at the 1904 St. Louis Olympics.

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Yale Bulldogs swimming and diving

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Country
United States
Category
Athletes
Type
Athlete
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1881 to 1955 · aged 73