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28 de abr. de 2024 · Arts-humanities document from Pasadena City College, 3 pages, Research Paper Annotated Bibliography: Duke Kahanamoku's Surfing Life 1. The writer of this article argues that Kahanamoku is considered to be the father of modern surfing.
19 de abr. de 2024 · Duke Kahanamoku, with his mighty swimming strokes, seemed to be all around the at all times, and whenever a head bobbed up, he was there to grab the drowning man and place him on a surfboard. Hale, Vultee, and Herwig were as active, and in several Instances they were dragged under the surface by the death clutches of the drowning men, but in each instance they broke the clutch and saved their man.
1 de may. de 2024 · Duke Kahanamoku (born August 26, 1890, near Waikiki, Hawaii [now in the United States]—died January 22, 1968, Honolulu, Hawaii, U.S.) was a Hawaiian surfer and swimmer who won three Olympic gold medals for the United States and who for several years was considered the greatest freestyle swimmer in the world. He was perhaps most widely known for developing the flutter kick, which largely ...
15 de abr. de 2024 · Sean Kaawa, who plays Duke Kahanamoku, and Mary Paalani, who portrays his romantic interest, Lehua, are among the stars in the Hawai'i production, "The Ride." Dawn Sueoka photo. Johann Bouit, left, Weldon Kekauoha, Sean Kaawa (who plays Duke Kahanamoku), and Scot Davis are beach boys in Nathan Kurosawa's film, "The Ride." Third Reef Pictures
22 de abr. de 2024 · Kathy Nance, who specializes in celebrity portraits, displays two of her works — of Tiger Woods and Duke Kahanamoku — at her residence in Pupukea. Cory Lum • The Honolulu Advertiser "It's uncanny," Williams said of the first sketch Nance sent him.
30 de abr. de 2024 · From the early days of Duke Kahanamoku spreading the joy of surfing to the inclusion of the sport in the Olympics, competitive surfing has continually evolved and captured the hearts of millions. In this article, we’ll dive into the rich history of surf competitions, from Duke Kahanamoku’s pioneering efforts to the present day.
17 de abr. de 2024 · The story of British runners Harold Abrahams and Eric Liddell was immortalised in Chariots of Fire, while Hawaiian Duke Kahanamoku – who competed in the 100m freestyle alongside Weissmuller ...
