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Jan 25, 1864 Gorleston on Sea, England, United Kingdom Died on 14 Oct 1913 (aged 49) Aquarius
William Adams Lifesaver - Place of Birth, Date of Birth, Age, Wiki, Facts, Net Worth, Birthday, Biography and Family
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About William Adams Lifesaver
- William Adams (25 January 1864 - 14 October 1913) was a lifesaver, swimmer and swimming instructor from Gorleston on the east coast of England.
- He made his first rescue at the age of 11 and went on to save a total of 140 lives.
- He is one of only four people to have received the Royal Humane Society bronze medal with three clasps in relation to numerous rescues from the sea at Gorleston.
- William Adams also has the distinction of having his name appear twice in the Carnegie Hero Fund Trust Roll of Honour.
- He was known as "The Hero of Gorleston Pier" and also as "Professor" Adams in recognition of the expert swimming tuition he provided.
