“NED” HANLAN 1855-1908
Title
“NED” HANLAN 1855-1908
Description
One of Canada’s greatest oarsmen, Edward Hanlan was born in Toronto. As a child he took up rowing when his family settled in this vicinity, now named Hanlan’s Point. Although standing only 5 feet 8 ¾ inches and rarely heavier than 150 pounds, he became a leading international sculler. In 1873 Hanlan won the amateur rowing championship of Toronto Bay. Becoming a professional in 1876, he defeated all opponents in the Philadelphia Races of that year. He overcame all leading North American competitors and in 1880 won the world single sculls championship in England. Hanlan retained his title until 1884. A popular Toronto figure, he was elected Alderman for this area in 1898 and 1899.
Erected by the Ontario Heritage Foundation, Ministry of Culture and Recreation
Erected by the Ontario Heritage Foundation, Ministry of Culture and Recreation
Creator
Sarah J. McCabe
Date
April 29, 2018
Files
Collection
Citation
Sarah J. McCabe, ““NED” HANLAN 1855-1908,” Historic Plaques of Ontario: An Omeka Demo Site, accessed May 12, 2024, https://ontarioplaques.omeka.net/items/show/176.