Charlie Hickcox
Swimmer; 1968 Olympic medalist
Born
February 6th, 1947
78 years ago
Died
2010
15 years ago — 63 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Competed as a swimmer in the 1968 Summer Olympics held in Mexico City. Achieved great success in the 4x100 meter freestyle relay and earned a bronze medal. Participated in various national and international swimming competitions throughout the career. Established a reputation in American swimming history.
Won a bronze medal in the 4x100m freestyle relay at the 1968 Olympics
Set multiple national records during the swimming career
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