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We Build It Better - At a young age Benjamin Franklin invented swimming fins (hand paddles) out of two pieces of wood that when grasped in the hands provided better thrust through
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At the age of 11, Benjamin Franklin invented a pair of swim fins. He was later recognized by his induction into the International Swimming Hall of Fame. — Curionic
Mr. Wizard Pool Service and Repair - 4. Swim fins were invented by Benjamin Franklin! Franklin wrote, “When I was a boy, I made two oval palettes, each about 10″ long and
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