Only In United Kingdom 11 - Thames Swimmer World Record

Only In United Kingdom 11 - Thames Swimmer World Record

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History, Social Studies, Physical Ed

10th Grade - University

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Lewis Pugh made history by swimming the entire length of the River Thames, starting at the Welsh border and ending at the North Sea. Covering 327 kilometers, he swam in two-hour stints and slept on a support barge. Despite the Thames being clean, he was vaccinated against diseases. The swim, completed in 21 days, aimed to raise climate change awareness and successfully delivered a message to Prime Minister Tony Blair.

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Describe the distance Lewis Pugh swam in terms of swimming pool lengths.

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What was the significance of Lewis Pugh's swim in relation to global climate change?

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