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George Hodgson

Canadian swimmer, Olympic gold medallist (1893-1983) · Canada · On the map · Athletes · Died at 89

George Ritchie Hodgson was a Canadian competition swimmer of the early 20th century, and considered by many to be the greatest swimmer in Canadian history. Hodgson won the two longer freestyle swimming gold medals at the 1912 Olympics, the only categories in which he competed.

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He also competed at the 1920 Summer Olympics.

Country
Canada
Category
Athletes
Type
Athlete
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1893 to 1983 · aged 89