About Blanche Nash
Lived 1902 – 1964 (aged 61). Blanche Nash was a South African swimmer.
Blanche Nash (30 July 1902 – 19 June 1964) was a South African swimmer who was a national record holder in the 50 yards. She competed in the women's 100 metre freestyle and women's 300 metre freestyle events at the 1920 Summer Olympics. She was the first woman to represent South Africa at the Olympics.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Blanche Nash?
South African swimmer
When was Blanche Nash born?
Blanche Nash was born on 30 July 1902 in Cape Town.
When did Blanche Nash die?
Blanche Nash died on 19 June 1964 in Observatory.
What was Blanche Nash's occupation?
Blanche Nash was a swimmer.
What nationality was Blanche Nash?
Blanche Nash was South African.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Blanche Nash. https://biography.guide/blanche-nash/
MLA: "Blanche Nash." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/blanche-nash/.
Chicago: "Blanche Nash." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/blanche-nash/.
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