Matthew Webb, the first person to swim the English Channel in 1875, died by drowning on July 24, 1883. He attempted to swim across the River Thames near London and was reportedly caught in the strong currents. Despite efforts to rescue him, he succumbed to the water's force. His death was a tragic end to a pioneering swimmer's life.
Matthew Webb died at the age of 35 on July 24, 1883.
Matthew Webb was born on January 19, 1848 and died on July 24, 1883. Matthew Webb would have been 35 years old at the time of death or 162 years old today.
Matthew Webb was born on January 19, 1848.
Matthew Webb died on July 24, 1883.
Matthew Webb was born on January 19, 1848.
Matthew Webb - footballer - was born on 1976-09-24.
Matthew Webb's brother was named James Webb. Matthew Webb was a notable English swimmer, famously known for being the first person to swim across the English Channel in 1875. James Webb, while less well-known, was part of Matthew's family background.
Matthew died as a martyr, supposedly in Ethiopia, but the manner of his death and date are not known.
Matthew died as a martyr, supposedly in Ethiopia, but the manner of his death and date are not known.
Captain Matthew Webb died by attempting to swim Niagra Falls. He dived and smashed his head on jagged rocks.
Matthew Webb in 1875
5 feet 8 inches.