Matthew Webb Net Worth

Matthew Webb was an English swimmer born on January 19, 1848. He is most famous for being the first documented person to swim the English Channel without artificial aid, which he accomplished on August 25, 1875. His feat was a remarkable accomplishment and has since been celebrated as a major milestone in swimming history.
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Age, Biography and Wiki

Birth Day January 19, 1848
Birth Place England
Age 171 YEARS OLD
Died On Jul 24, 1883 (age 35)
Birth Sign Capricorn

💰 Net worth: $1 Million (2024)

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About

Swimmer who on August 25, 1875 became the first documented person to swim the English Channel without artificial aid.

Before Fame

He was second mate on a ship, and won the Stanhope Medal for heroically jumping in the ocean in an attempt to save a drowning crew member.

Trivia

Swimming the English Channel brought him great fame, which he used to publish a book, titled "The Art of Swimming."

Family Life

He married Madeline Kate Chaddock on April 27, 1880, and had two children, Helen and Matthew with her; they were married until his death.

Associated With

He is the subject of a John Betjeman poem, titled "A Shropshire Lad."