“NED HANLAN 1855-1908"
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N 43° 37.661 W 079° 23.374
17T E 629920 N 4831781
This historical plaque is located beside a statue of the famed sculler on Hanlan's Point on Toronto Island.
Waymark Code: WMEFJ1
Location: Ontario, Canada
Date Posted: 05/22/2012
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One of Canada's greatest oarsmen, Edward Hanlan was born
in Toronto. As a child he took up rowing when his family
settled in this vicinity, now named Hanlan's Point. Although
standing only 5 feet 8 ¾ inches and rarely heavier than
150 pounds, he became a leading international sculler. In
1873 Hanlan won the amateur rowing championship of Toronto
Bay. Becoming a professional in 1876, he defeated all oppon-
ents in the Philadelphia Races of that year. He overcame all
leading North American competitors and in 1880 won the world
single sculls championship in England. Hanlan retained his
title until 1884. A popular Toronto figure, he was elected
Alderman for this area in 1898 and 1899.
Address or location of plaque: Hanlan's Point, Toronto Island
Physical location of plaque: Park
"Ontario Plaques" Website for this "Plaque": [Web Link]
Description of any physical remains at site of "Historical Plaque": A statue of Ned Hanlan has been erected next to this plaque.
This 'Plaque' describes: A 'Person'
Condition of sign: Excellent
Is this a bilingual sign?: No !
A web-site for more details.: Not listed
What is the second/third language?: Not listed
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