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Framed Print : Mercedes Gleitze, swimmer, pulled from the water
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Mercedes Gleitze, swimmer, pulled from the water
Mercedes Gleitzes second English Channel swim is stopped. She is hauled from the water against her will. Date: 1927
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© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Channel Hauled Mercedes Stopped Swim Swimmer Swimming 1927
12"x10" Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating Mercedès Gleitze Framed Print from our Media Storehouse collection. This iconic image, Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, depicts Mercedès Gleitze during her second attempt to swim the English Channel in 1927. The photograph captures a poignant moment as she is forcibly removed from the water against her will. This evocative print is not just a piece of history; it's a testament to the indomitable human spirit and determination. Bring this inspiring story to your home or office with our high-quality framed prints, meticulously crafted to preserve the rich details of this timeless image.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 30.5cm (10" x 12")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this poignant image from 1927, Mercedes Gleitze, a determined and trailblazing English swimmer, is forcibly removed from the chilling waters of the English Channel. Having already completed one historic swim across the treacherous body of water, Gleitze was attempting a second swim to raise funds for a seafarers' charity. However, after 15 hours in the water, the weather conditions had turned against her, and her support team, concerned for her safety, made the difficult decision to intervene. Gleitze's second English Channel swim was a testament to her unwavering spirit and resilience. Swimming through the night, she battled against the strong currents and freezing temperatures, determined to reach the French shore. But as the sun began to rise, her condition grew increasingly dire, and her team, watching anxiously from a nearby boat, knew they had to act. Despite her protests, the swimmer was hauled from the water, her body exhausted and shivering. The image captures a moment of both triumph and despair - Gleitze had come closer than most to completing the grueling swim, but her journey had been cut short. Nevertheless, her achievement in becoming the first woman to swim the English Channel twice, even if incomplete, cemented her place in swimming history. This photograph, taken during the 1920s, offers a glimpse into the world of long-distance swimming and the indomitable spirit of those who dared to challenge the English Channel. It serves as a reminder of the sacrifices and determination required to push the boundaries of human endurance and achievement.
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