About Gladys Carson
Lived 1903 – 1987 (aged 84). Gladys Carson was a British swimmer.
Gladys Helena Carson (8 February 1903 – 17 November 1987), later known by her married name Gladys Hewitt, was an English competitive swimmer who represented Great Britain at the 1924 Summer Olympics in Paris. She won a bronze medal for coming third in the event final of the women's 200-metre breaststroke in a time of 3:35.4, finishing behind fellow Briton Lucy Morton (3:32.2) and American Agnes Geraghty (3:34.0).
Carson was born in Leicester, England.
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Who was Gladys Carson?
British swimmer, Olympic bronze medallist
When was Gladys Carson born?
Gladys Carson was born on 8 February 1903 in Leicester.
When did Gladys Carson die?
Gladys Carson died on 17 November 1987 in Spilsby.
What was Gladys Carson's occupation?
Gladys Carson was a swimmer.
What nationality was Gladys Carson?
Gladys Carson was British.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Gladys Carson. https://biography.guide/gladys-carson/
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