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July 29, 2026The International Journal of the History of Sport

Rules for the Water: The Transformation of Aquatic Practices in Argentina (1925–1939)

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Historical analysis explores how aquatic manuals shaped swimming culture and bodily practices in Argentina, indicating social change.

Key Points

  • The study aims to explore the influence of aquatic practice manuals on body and water relationships in Argentina from 1925 to 1939.
  • Historiographical analysis of four historical sources published between 1925 and 1939.
  • Examination of pedagogical configurations and moral discourses within the context of hygienism and eugenics.
  • Analysis of cultural implications related to aquatic practices and modern subjectivation.
  • The manuals reveal a shift from swimming as an art to a sport, reflecting changing social ideals.
  • Aquatic practices in Argentina began to emphasize self-control, efficiency, and health during this period.
  • Insights into the cultural significance of swimming highlight its role in shaping aquatic corporealities aligned with national identity.

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Emiliano Gorga Vera (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a69a26dc8da07d9defa5cc3https://doi.org/10.1080/09523367.2026.2691092
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