William R. Orthwein

American swimmer and water polo player

William R. Orthwein - American swimmer and water polo player
Born

1881
144 years ago

Died

October 2nd, 1955
69 years ago — 74 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Achieved notable success in swimming and water polo. Competed in the 1904 Summer Olympics, winning a gold medal in the water polo tournament. Also excelled in swimming events during his athletic career, contributing to the development of water sports in the United States.

Won a gold medal in water polo at the 1904 Summer Olympics

Competed in swimming events at the 1904 Summer Olympics

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