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Andrus
March 30, 2026
Here on the northern shore of Lake Ontario, you'll find a plaque dedicated to the incredible swimmer Marilyn Bell. on September 9th of 1954 she became the first person to swim across Lake Ontario, a distance of 51.5 kilometers. The amazing feat took her nearly 21 hours and etched her name into history.
Bouchi
December 27, 2022
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On September 9, 1954, 16-year-old Marilyn Bell crossed Lake Ontario, thus covering 51.5 km in cold water
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