In the summer of 1875, a brave and determined man named Matthew Webb embarked on a historic journey that would forever cement his name in the annals of swimming history. Born on January 19, 1848, in Dawley, Shropshire, England, Webb had always been drawn to the water, developing an unshakable affinity for swimming from a young age. Little did he know that his passion would one day lead him to a remarkable feat that would capture the world's attention.