Holmes, Frank - 18/08/1899

Description

Started Dover 6 am Friday morning. Strong north-westerly wind sprang up. Had posponed 3 am attempt on Thursday 17th whilst on shore due to Pilot's assessment of conditions

Swimmer(s)

Holmes, Frank (Francis)

Date

18/08/1899

Duration of swim

? hours

Pilot

W. Bingham

Holmes, Frank - 18/08/1899

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