Dawn Fraser Dawn Fraser i(A82781 works by)
Born: Established: 1927 Sydney, New South Wales, ;
Gender: Female
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BiographyHistory

Dawn Fraser won three successive Olympic gold medals in the 100 metres freestyle event in 1956, 1960 and 1964. She is recognised as one of Australia's greatest swimmers.

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2018 recipient Order of Australia — Companion of the Order of Australia (AC) For eminent service to sport, through ambassadorial, mentoring, and non-executive roles with a range of organisations at all levels, and to the community through roles in conservation and motoring associations.
2001 recipient Victorian Honour Roll of Woman
1967 recipient The Order of the British Empire — Commanders of the Order of the British Empire
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