As per our current Database, Gertrude Ederle has been died on Nov 30, 2003 (age 98).
When Gertrude Ederle die, Gertrude Ederle was 98 years old.
| Popular As | Gertrude Ederle |
| Occupation | Swimmer |
| Age | 98 years old |
| Zodiac Sign | Scorpio |
| Born | October 23, 1905 (New York City, NY) |
| Birthday | October 23 |
| Town/City | New York City, NY |
| Nationality | NY |
Gertrude Ederle’s zodiac sign is Scorpio. According to astrologers, Scorpio-born are passionate and assertive people. They are determined and decisive, and will research until they find out the truth. Scorpio is a great leader, always aware of the situation and also features prominently in resourcefulness. Scorpio is a Water sign and lives to experience and express emotions. Although emotions are very important for Scorpio, they manifest them differently than other water signs. In any case, you can be sure that the Scorpio will keep your secrets, whatever they may be.
Gertrude Ederle was born in the Year of the Snake. Those born under the Chinese Zodiac sign of the Snake are seductive, gregarious, introverted, generous, charming, good with money, analytical, insecure, jealous, slightly dangerous, smart, they rely on gut feelings, are hard-working and intelligent. Compatible with Rooster or Ox.
1924 swimming Olympian who became the first woman to conquer the English Channel two years later.
She learned swimming at public pool in New Jersey, where her family spent summers, and dedicated her life to the sport.
After winning three gold medals with her Olympic team she began training for the 21-mile swimming trek between England and France, which only five others before her accomplished.
She was born in New York City, one of five children of Henry and Anna Ederle, German immigrants who ran a butcher shop in Manhattan.
David Walliams was another man to have made the swim across the English Channel.
