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Duke Paoa Kahanamoku (1890-1968)
Duke is a swimmer, actor, and surfer. Surfing was about to die. He helped to revive the sport of surfing. He became a surfing legend. People all around began to surf on every continent. People called him the father of modern surfing. He died of an heart attack at the age of 66. In Waikiki, Hawaii, they have about 2 or more statues of the famous legendary surfer, Duke Kahanamoku.... Enjoy! Rate...
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What is Duke Kahanamoku's nickname?
Hawaiian swimmer, actor and business man Duke Kahanamoku had several nicknames including: The Duke, The Big Kahuna, Father of Surfing, Mr. Hawaii, Hawaii's Ambassador of Aloha
What is the Most famous surfer to come out of Hawaii?
Duke Kahanamoku
What is the birth name of Duke Kahanamoku?
Duke Kahanamoku's birth name is Kahanamoku, Duke Paoa Kahinu Makoe Hulikohoa.
Who was Harvey Chilton to Duke Kahanamoku?
Duke Kahanamoku was an OlympicChampion swimmer from Hawaii. Duke's swimming coach was Harvey Chilton. Harvey Chilton coached Hui Makani Swim Club and was very well known swimming coach during this time period. He was known as the swim coach of "Hawaii's Champions".
When was Duke Kahanamoku born?
Duke Kahanamoku was born on August 24, 1890.
What is Duke Kahanamoku's birthday?
Duke Kahanamoku was born on August 24, 1890.
When did Duke Kahanamoku die?
Duke Kahanamoku died on January 22, 1968 at the age of 77.
How old was Duke Kahanamoku at death?
Duke Kahanamoku died on January 22, 1968 at the age of 77.
What are the release dates for This Is Your Life - 1952 Duke Kahanamoku?
This Is Your Life - 1952 Duke Kahanamoku was released on: USA: 20 February 1957
What celebrity is from Hawaii?
Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, Nicole Scherzinger, Nicole Kidman, Michele Wie, Tad Fujikawa, Duke Kahanamoku (surfah)
5 people that were important in Hawaii?
Kamehameha the Great. The Big Five. Queen Lilluokalani. Duke Kahanamoku. Don Ho. Jack Lord.
Who invented surf?
Surf was invented by fisherman in Peru using small fishing boats made from water plant reeds.
