Lynne Cox: Channel record at 15, swam Alaska to USSR in 38°F water at 30
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Sun, 16 August 2026
1 report- Times of India17:02first to report
In 1987, endurance swimmer Lynne Cox made waves by crossing the Bering Strait, swimming from Alaska to Soviet territory during a tense Cold War period. This monumental swim was more than a personal triumph; it represented a bridge of peace and understanding between two divided nations. Her bravery earned accolades from leaders in both the US and the Soviet Union, emphasizing the potential for cooperation in the Bering Strait region.