Drown Proofing

If you were a student between 1940 and the mid '80's you'll remember drown-proofing (unless you've intentionally blocked out all of the memories), which for many years was a graduation requirement. Here's some more information about drown-proofing and its creator, Freddy Lanoue, who was the GT swimming and diving coach: http://b.gatech.edu/2F3edd5 (Footage courtesy of the Georgia Tech Alumni Association)