Marvin Nelson wins the 1934 Toronto swim marathon

Marvin Nelson wins the 1934 Toronto swim marathon

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The video introduces Marvin Nelson, a renowned swimmer from Fort Dodge, Iowa, highlighting his achievements, including winning the Canadian National swim and the Chicago Marathon. It discusses the challenges faced during the marathon swim, such as swimming against a stiff southeasterly wind. Marvin Nelson's victory in the 1934 marathon swim at the World's Fair is celebrated. The video also touches on Hollywood's interest in swimming.

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How did Marvin Nelson feel after winning the marathon swim?

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What does the text imply about the swimming scene in Hollywood?

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