Suzanne Zimmerman

Competition swimmer and Olympic medalist

Suzanne Zimmerman - Competition swimmer and Olympic medalist
Born

July 13th, 1925
99 years ago

Died

2021
4 years ago — 96 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Born in July 1925, this American swimmer specialized in freestyle and backstroke events. Achievements included competing in the 1948 Summer Olympics held in London, where a silver medal was earned in the 100m freestyle. She also participated in the 4x100m freestyle relay, contributing to the team's overall performance. Swimming at the national level prior to the Olympics, strong finishes secured a place in the competitive swimming landscape.

Silver medalist in 100m freestyle at the 1948 Olympics

Member of the 4x100m freestyle relay team at the 1948 Olympics

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