John Higgins
American swimmer, Olympic athlete, U.S. Navy officer, aviator, coach
About John Higgins
Lived 1916 – 2004 (aged 88). John Higgins was an American swimmer, coach, military officer and aircraft pilot.
John Herbert Higgins (May 8, 1916 – August 1, 2004) was an American competition swimmer and swimming coach. He competed during the transition time, when breaststroke swimmers were allowed to combine and swimming the butterfly arm stroke with the usual frog kick. Using this technique, he finished fourth at the 1936 Summer Olympics in the 200-meter, During the Olympic trials, he set a national record in the 200-meter breaststroke that was unbeaten until 1948.
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Who was John Higgins?
American swimmer, Olympic athlete, U.S. Navy officer, aviator, coach
When was John Higgins born?
John Higgins was born on 8 May 1916 in Providence.
When did John Higgins die?
John Higgins died on 1 August 2004 in Annapolis.
What was John Higgins's occupation?
John Higgins was a swimmer, coach, military officer and aircraft pilot.
What nationality was John Higgins?
John Higgins was American.
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· DBpedia: John Higgins (swimmer)
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