The Life and Times of Robert Garfield

In 1881, he challenged any man in the United States to swim him for anywhere from 250 to 500 aside. That same year, he held his breath underwater for three minutes and 10 seconds. In 1882, Robert jumped from 110 feet up on a ladder that was placed on the deck of a steamer. He splashed into the water unharmed, even though he went in at an angle.