Dr. Harry Briggs is an inspiration. At 91-years-old, he is still swimming to honor his late wife and help his beloved school, Northwestern State University in Natchitoches.

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He made the swim in about four hours. He was accompanied by Cross Lake Patrol officers to make sure he was safe.

Briggs was honored during a fan appreciation gathering at Superior Steakhouse. He's quite an amazing man!

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