Goggles, Swim
Object number2020.32.8
MediumRubber; Plastic; Metal
Credit LineGift of Gus J. Brickner
DescriptionGray rubber swim goggles. Circular clear plastic lenses with shiny blue metal rims. Gray rubber strap is deteriorated, folded, and flattened on back of goggles. Strap has silver metal adjustment slides. DimensionsHeight x Width x Depth: 3.5 x 8.75 x 2 in. (8.9 x 22.2 x 5.1 cm)MarksFront at top center has raised text "HURRICANE".
Historical NotesGustave "Gus" Brickner was a swimmer from Charleroi, Pennsylvania. His nickname was "The Human Polar Bear."
Previous owner
Gustave Brickner
(1912 - 1991)
Terms
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2000-2007
1941-1945
Willson
1968-2001