Bruce Hunter (swimmer) facts for kids
Richard Bruce Hunter (born July 6, 1939 – died July 6, 2018) was an American swimmer. He was born in Boston, Massachusetts. He proudly represented the United States at the 1960 Summer Olympics in Rome.
Bruce Hunter: An Olympic Swimmer
Bruce Hunter was a very skilled swimmer. He trained hard to compete at the highest level. His dedication led him to the Olympic Games.
His Olympic Journey
At the 1960 Summer Olympics in Rome, Bruce Hunter competed in the men's 100-meter freestyle swimming event. This is a very fast and exciting race. Bruce swam incredibly well. He made it all the way to the final round. In the finals, he finished in fourth place. His time was 55.6 seconds. Finishing fourth at the Olympics is a fantastic achievement!
Later Life
Bruce Hunter lived a long life. He passed away on his 79th birthday, July 6, 2018. He died in his hometown of Boston.
