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Marysue Hill's crossing of Lake Ontario

Marysue Hill's crossing of Lake Ontario

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Marysue Hill's crossing of Lake Ontario

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Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada

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Andrus

March 30, 2026

Here on the northern shore of Lake Ontario, you'll find a plaque dedicated to the incredible swimmer Marilyn Bell. on September 9th of 1954 she became the first person to swim across Lake Ontario, a distance of 51.5 kilometers. The amazing feat took her nearly 21 hours and etched her name into history.

Bouchi

December 27, 2022

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On September 9, 1954, 16-year-old Marilyn Bell crossed Lake Ontario, thus covering 51.5 km in cold water

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Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada

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Marysue Hill's crossing of Lake Ontario

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