Edwin Swatek

American swimmer
Edwin Swatek
Personal information
Full nameEdwin Paul Swatek
National teamUnited States
Born(1885-01-07)January 7, 1885
Chicago, Illinois
DiedJanuary 2, 1966(1966-01-02) (aged 80)
Camarillo, California
Sport
SportSwimming
StrokesBackstroke, water polo
ClubChicago Athletic Association
Medal record
Men's water polo
Representing the United States
Silver medal – second place 1904 St. Louis Water polo

Edwin Paul Swatek (January 7, 1885 – January 2, 1966) was an American backstroke swimmer and water polo player who competed in the 1904 Summer Olympics.[1]

Career

In the 1904 Olympics he won a silver medal as a member of the Chicago Athletic Association water polo team. He also competed in 100 yard backstroke event, but without winning a medal. It is also possible that he participated in the 50 yard freestyle competition and in the 100 yard freestyle event.[citation needed]

References

  1. ^ "Edwin Swatek". Olympedia. Retrieved February 19, 2021.

External links

  • Edwin Swatek at databaseOlympics.com
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