Emma Sharp
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Emma Sharp
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Emma Sharp (1832–1920) was an athlete famous for her feat of pedestrianism completing a 1000-mile walk in 1000 hours, the event first completed by Robert Barclay Allardice in 1809. She is thought to be the first woman to complete the challenge, which lasted from 17 September to 29 October 1864. This 'arduous task' was reported in the newspapers of the day, in which she was described as having a medium build but an active frame, dressed in male clothing with the exception of her straw hat which w
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British racewalker
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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Emma_Sharp
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2024-03-01T17:31:50Z
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