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"Ned" Hanlan 1855-1908

A native of Toronto, Hanlan took up rowing as a child after his family moved to a house on Gibraltar Point. After winning several amateur rowing events, Hanlan turned professional in 1876. For four years he held the world single sculls championship.

Location Near the ferry dock, Hanlans Point, Toronto Islands, Toronto
Tourism Region Greater Toronto Area
County/District City of Toronto
Municipality City of Toronto

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