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Missions Improbable

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The last of the series in which Martin Wainwright reflects on a group of historical characters united by enthusiasm verging on obsession.
Today: Captain Matthew Webb , the first cross-channel swimmer, who also pursued such bizarre "firsts" as floating in a London aquarium for 60 hours, while paying visitors queued to watch. Producer Wendy Pilmer

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Unknown:
Martin Wainwright
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Captain Matthew Webb
Producer:
Wendy Pilmer
Source: Radio Times

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