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England rugby victory 1914
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England rugby victory 1914
A scene from the England v Wales rugby union match at Twickenham in the Five Nations Championship. England won 10-9 in a game in which the lead changed hands several times. Here, Charles Pillman of England outsprints the Welsh players Jack Bancroft (on the right) and Watts to score Englands second try, from which the goal was kicked, clinching victory. England went on to win the Championship. Date: 17 January 1914
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Bancroft Championship Jack Macpherson Match Nations Rugby Score Sphere Twickenham Watts Douglas January
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This photograph captures the thrilling moment during the England vs Wales rugby union match at Twickenham in the Five Nations Championship on 17th January 1914. In this pivotal scene, Charles Pillman of the English team outmaneuvers Welsh players Jack Bancroft and Watts, scoring England's second try. The try, which was followed by a successful conversion, clinched the victory for England with a narrow 10-9 lead. The Five Nations Championship, an annual international rugby union competition between the home nations of Europe, was a highly anticipated event in the early 20th century. This particular match was a hard-fought battle, with the lead changing hands several times throughout the game. The tension and excitement are palpable in this image, as Pillman makes a break for the try line, leaving Bancroft and Watts in his wake. The players are dressed in the traditional rugby kit of the time, with heavy leather boots and thick cotton jerseys. The sphere, a symbol of the game, is visible in the foreground, adding to the sense of action and movement in the scene. The photograph is a testament to the skill, determination, and athleticism of the players during this era of rugby union history. This photograph, taken at Twickenham, the home of English rugby, is a significant piece of sports history. England went on to win the Championship that year, making this victory a cherished moment in the annals of English rugby union. The image, featuring the iconic figures of Pillman, Bancroft, and Watts, is a reminder of the passion and excitement that has long defined the sport.
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