1926 — 2026
In August 1926, Gertrude Ederle shattered the record for swimming the English Channel, proving that women could achieve what was thought impossible. To mark the 100th anniversary of this historic feat, we invite you to join us across four milestone events.
Relive Trudy's English Channel swim minute by minute with our interactive live ticker. Experience the conditions, the setbacks, and the ultimate triumph.
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The moment she reached the shore and made history. Discover the new memorial in Kent dedicated to her landing spot on Kingsdown beach.
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All information about the TRUDY FEST in New Jersey and an invitation to join the centennial celebration. The Trudy Ederle Foundation will be present (please note: TEF is not the organizer of the event).
Discover TrudyFestNew York gave her, in the words of the Associated Press that day, "a homecoming ovation … as New York has never given a woman before." One hundred years on, her name is still in the Broadway pavement.
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