Claire Guttenstein

Claire Guttenstein, née Frick then Guttenstein, then Gutt (b. March 26, 1888 d. 1948, Saint-Josse-ten-Noode). was Belgian swimmer from the early twentieth century, a participant in the Olympic Games and world record holder. During her study, she met economist Camille Guttenstein, whom she married in 1906. The marriage gave birth to three sons: Etienne, Francios and Jean-Max. In the period from October 2, 1910 to 29 September 1911 Guttenstein was the world record holder at 100 meters freestyle, with a time of 1:26.6. During this period, she was known for being victorious in many races with men.

During the 1912 Olympic Games in , twenty-four-year-old Guttenstein swam in one competition. At the 100 meters freestyle she finished in fifth place in the third qualifying race and was eliminated from further competition.

In 1940, she convinced her husband to leave Belgium; In London, Camille would play an important role in the Belgian government in exile.

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