Swimmer Isaac Papke Just Misses The Mark In A Long Distance Challenge

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Synopsis: Swimmer Isaac Papke attempts a long-distance swim from the Farallone Islands to Stinson Beach near the San Francisco Golden Gate Bridge, but is forced to quit just 2.5 miles from his goal...(read more)

Date: 1965
Duration: 00:01:25
Sound: Yes
Color: Monochrome
Type: Public Domain
Language: English
Location: United States

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Swimmer Isaac Papke Just Misses The Mark

Swimmer Isaac Papke Just Misses The Mark In A Long Distance Challenge

Isaac Papke, a 39 - year old grandfather attempts a 29.3/4 miles swim from the Farallone Islands (Farallones) off the coast of San Francisco California to Stinson Beach near San Francisco Golden Gate Bridge. He almost makes it, but at the end of 15 hours he has to give up just 2 1/2 miles from his goal. CU of Isaac Papke putting on swimming cap and goggles. Shows swimmer and pilot boat in ocean waters. Several views of the Golden Gate Bridge.