Object Details
referenced
Ederle, Gertrude
maker
Peacock, C. D.
Description
Swimmer Gertrude Ederle won this ornate silver trophy in recognition of the glorious qualities of womanhood she has so nobly demonstrated. after placing first in a newspaper poll as America's most popular athlete.
The former Olympic medalist had gained worldwide acclaim becoming the first woman to successfully swim across the English Channel on August 6, 1926. The dangerous crossing had been completed by only five men prior, and Ederle shattered the best of their times by nearly two hours. For her achievement, Trudybecame the first woman honored with a tickertape parade in New York City.
Credit Line
Gift of Gertrude C. Morrison
Date made
1926
ID Number
1991.0781.02
accession number
1991.0781
catalog number
1991.0781.02
Object Name
trophy, swimming
Physical Description
metal, silver (overall material)
wood (overall material)
Measurements
overall: 93 cm x 40 cm; 36 5/8 in x 15 3/4 in
part: trophy: 28 3/4 in x 24 in x 18 in; 73.025 cm x 60.96 cm x 45.72 cm
part: base: 7 1/4 in x 17 in; 18.415 cm x 43.18 cm
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Culture and the Arts: Sport and Leisure
Trophies
Exhibition
Entertainment Nation
Exhibition Location
National Museum of American History
Data Source
National Museum of American History
web subject
Sports
name of sport
Swimming
web subject
Women
Link to Original Record
Record ID
nmah_748875