2-356-270 - The Print Collector/Heritage Images

Captain Boyton's voyage across the Channel, 1875. An Irish-born American showman and adventurer, Paul Boyton became known as 'the Fearless Frogman' for his exploits in long-distance open-water swimming. In 1875 he crossed the English Channel wearing a rubber suit that functioned like a kayak. A print from The Illustrated London News, 17th April 1875.