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Gertrude Ederle [1905-2003] American
Rank: 103
Athlete, Swimmer


Gertrude Caroline Ederle was an American competition swimmer, Olympic champion, and former world record-holder in five events. On 6 August 1926, she became the first woman to swim across the English Channel.


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I was happiest between the waves.
101
The doctors told me my hearing would get worse if I continued swimming, but I loved the water so much, I just couldn't stop.
102
Oh, I eat whatever I want whenever I want it.
103
I am not a person who reaches for the moon as long as I have the stars.
104
To me, the sea is like a person - like a child that I've known a long time. It sounds crazy, I know, but when I swim in the sea, I talk to it. I never feel alone when I'm out there.
105
Don't weep for me; don't write any sob stories.
106
Of course one can't eat in a civilized fashion while touring in theatres. But I still manage to get my three meals a day. I find that is sufficient for training.
107
God has been good to me.
108

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