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The Oxford and Cambridge Boat-Race, the Dark Blues leading at Hammersmith Bridge (b / w photo)
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The Oxford and Cambridge Boat-Race, the Dark Blues leading at Hammersmith Bridge (b / w photo)
1597345 The Oxford and Cambridge Boat-Race, the Dark Blues leading at Hammersmith Bridge (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Oxford and Cambridge Boat-Race, the Dark Blues leading at Hammersmith Bridge. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 10 April 1897.
English Photographer (19th Century)); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23066958
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Cambridge Boat Race Hammersmith Bridge Leading Rowing University Boat Race
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This photograph captures a historic moment in the prestigious Oxford and Cambridge Boat-Race. Taken by an English photographer in the 19th century, this print showcases the Dark Blues leading at Hammersmith Bridge. The image is part of a private collection and was originally published as an illustration for The Illustrated London News on April 10,1897. The intensity of the race is palpable as rowers from both universities battle it out on the River Thames. With their oars slicing through the water with precision, the Dark Blues surge ahead, displaying their skill and determination. Hammersmith Bridge stands tall in the background, serving as a witness to this thrilling sporting event. This photograph not only captures a significant moment in sports history but also highlights the artistry of early photography. The monochromatic tones add depth and drama to every detail, allowing viewers to immerse themselves in this iconic race. As we gaze upon this remarkable image, we are transported back to a time when tradition and rivalry merged on these historic waters. It serves as a reminder of the enduring legacy of one of England's most celebrated sporting events – where strength meets strategy, camaraderie meets competition, and history continues to be written stroke by stroke.
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