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Czech Republic - 7th All Sokol Rally in Prague
A rally to promoting public exercise as a way to stimulate national self importance (through organised gymnastic and athletic demonstrations - usually mass-participation). The Sokol (which translates as Falcon ) arose as the first Czech Gymnastic organisation in the 1860s. Between the First and Second World Wars the organisation grew to have a million members. The Sokol programmes were organised to have mass appeal across all strata of Czech society and across all age groups
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Athletic Bare Breasted Calisthenics Courage Cultural Czech Czechoslovakia Czechoslovakian Demonstration Endurance Exercise Exercising Falcon Falcons Fraternalism Gymnastic Mass Nationalism Participation Patriotic Patriotism Prague Pride Propaganda Rally Shield Sokol Strength Vsesokolsky
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the captivating "Czech Republic - 7th All Sokol Rally in Prague" canvas print from Media Storehouse, exclusively licensed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This inspiring image showcases the spirit of community and national pride as thousands gather for the Sokol Rally in Prague. Witness the spectacular display of gymnastic and athletic prowess, encouraging public exercise and self-improvement through organized demonstrations. Add this vibrant and dynamic print to your home or office décor and let the energy of the event uplift your space.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 34.7cm x 50.8cm (13.7" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This photograph captures the 7th All Sokol Rally in the historic heart of Prague, Czech Republic, during the 1920s. The Sokol, which translates to Falcon in English, was the first Czech Gymnastic organization that emerged in the 1860s. Its mission was to promote public exercise as a means to stimulate national self-importance and pride through organized gymnastic and athletic demonstrations. The Sokol movement, with its falcon emblem, grew exponentially between the First and Second World Wars, amassing over a million members. The Sokol programs were designed to have mass appeal, transcending all strata of Czech society and age groups. This photograph showcases the unity and fraternalism of the Czechoslovakian people as they gather together for this patriotic event. The bare-chested men and women, with their shields emblazoned with the falcon symbol, display their strength and endurance through various calisthenic exercises. The mass participation in this rally was a testament to the cultural importance of physical fitness and national pride during this period. The historical significance of this event is further emphasized by the backdrop of the city's iconic architecture. This photograph serves as a powerful reminder of the role that public demonstrations and gymnastic exercises played in fostering a sense of national identity and unity in Czechoslovakia during the early 20th century. The Sokol Rally was not only a celebration of physical strength and endurance but also a manifestation of the courage and resilience of the Czechoslovakian people.
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