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Paul Boyton would demonstrate the life-saving suit by paddling like an otter down the rivers of Europe. The Italians labeled him “L’uomo pesce” – the fish man. In this illustration from the Illustrated London News in November 1874, Boyton demonstrates the suit in Cork Harbour, Ireland.
Paul Boyton demonstrates life-saving suit
