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Paul Boyton

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American stunt performer (1848-1924)

United StatesLived 1848 to 1924 · aged 75
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Paul Boyton, known as the Fearless Frogman, was a showman and adventurer some credit as having spurred worldwide interest in water sports as a hobby, particularly open-water swimming.

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Patent diagram of C. S. Merriman's suitPatent diagram of C. S. Merriman's suitA 19th century photograph of Boyton, by Alphonse Bernoud of LyonA 19th century photograph of Boyton, by Alphonse Bernoud of Lyon

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Paul Boyton, known as the Fearless Frogman, was a showman and adventurer some credit as having spurred worldwide interest in water sports as a hobby, particularly open-water swimming. Boyton is best known for his water stunts that captivated the world, including crossing the English Channel in a novel rubber suit that functioned similarly to a kayak. As the founder of Sea Lion Park in 1895, Boyton is also known as the originator of the first modern amusement park - a permanent, fenced-in enclosure charging admission at the gate.

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deceased
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Lived 1848 to 1924 · aged 75
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