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Harold Abrahams wins 100m - 1924 Olympics
Harold Maurice Abrahams, CBE, ) - a British athlete of Jewish origin. He was champion in the 100 metres sprint at the 1924 Olympics in Paris (July 7th), France (a feat made legendary in the 1981 movie Chariots of Fire ). His time was 10.6 seconds. Jackson Scholz (second from right) was second and Arthur Porritt (far left) was third. The other named athlete was the World Record holder at the time, Charles Paddock. The other two competitors featured were fourth placed Chester Bowman (second left) and sixth placed Loren Murchison (third from right).
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Jigsaw Puzzle (252 Pieces)
Discover the thrill of history with our captivating jigsaw puzzle from Media Storehouse, featuring the iconic moment when Harold Abrahams triumphantly crosses the finish line at the 1924 Olympics to win the 100m sprint title. This stunning puzzle, taken from the Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection from Mary Evans Prints Online, brings you closer to the excitement and emotion of this pivotal sports moment. Immerse yourself in the rich history of Olympic Games and test your problem-solving skills as you piece together this inspiring jigsaw puzzle. Perfect for puzzle enthusiasts, history buffs, and anyone seeking a challenging and rewarding pastime.
Made in the USA, 252-piece puzzles are printed on photographic paper. Excluding the outer edge, all of the pieces are the same shape with the completed puzzle measuring 10" x 14" (25.4 x 35.5 cm). Split into individual pieces, puzzles are supplied in a black presentation box, sized to fit most mailboxes, with a professionally printed photo on top for reference (box dimensions 5 5/8" x 7 5/8" x 1 1/5")
Jigsaw Puzzles are an ideal gift for any occasion
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 37.2cm x 22.6cm (14.6" x 8.9")
Estimated Product Size is 37.2cm x 29.2cm (14.6" x 11.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This iconic photograph captures the thrilling moment when Harold Maurice Abrahams (center) crosses the finish line to win the 100m sprint at the 1924 Olympics in Paris, France. Abrahams, a British athlete of Jewish origin, broke the tape in an impressive time of 10.6 seconds, edging out American runner Jackson Scholz (second from right) by a mere nose. The World Record holder at the time, Charles Paddock (far right), finished fourth, while Arthur Porritt (far left) took the bronze medal. Chester Bowman (second left) placed fourth and Loren Murchison (third from right) finished sixth. This image, famously depicted in the 1981 movie "Chariots of Fire," captures the intense focus and determination of the runners as they lunge towards the finish line in this historic Olympic event. The summer of 1924 marked a pivotal moment in athletics history, as Abrahams became the first British champion in the 100m sprint and etched his name into the annals of sporting legend.
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