Richard Howell (swimmer)

Richard Howell (swimmer)

Richard John Howell (October 12, 1903 – July 20, 1967) was an American freestyle swimmer who competed in the 1924 Summer Olympics.

He was born in Chicago and died in Seattle.

In the 1924 Olympics he won a gold medal in the 4x200 m freestyle relay event. He helped the American relay team to qualify for the final where he was replaced by Johnny Weissmuller. In the semi-finals he was part of the team which improved the world record and broke ten minute barrier.

He also participated in the 1500 metre freestyle competition. There he qualified for the semi-finals but did not start.

External links

* [http://www.sports-reference.com/olympics/athletes/ho/richard-howell-1.html profile]


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