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Welsh International Rugby Football Team, 1895
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Welsh International Rugby Football Team, 1895
Welsh International Rugby Football Team, 1895, at the time they played against England: Williams (Touch Judge), Jackson, Mills, Pearson, Boucher, Elsey, Selwyn Biggs, Nicholl, Hannen, Watts, Gould, Graham, Thomas, Badger, Bancroft, Davies.
1890s
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Badger Bancroft Biggs Boucher Davies Football Footballer Footballers Gould Graham Hannen Jackson Judge Mills Nicholl Pearson Rugby Selwyn Sportsman Sportsmen Teams Touch Watts Williams 1895 Elsey
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This evocative photograph captures the Welsh International Rugby Football Team in 1895, at the height of the Victorian era, as they prepared to face their rivals, England. The team, composed of Williams (Touch Judge), Jackson, Mills, Pearson, Boucher, Elsey, Selwyn Biggs, Nicholl, Hannen, Watts, Gould, Graham, Thomas, Badger, Bancroft, and Davies, stands proudly in their rugby kit, exuding a sense of determination and camaraderie. The team's uniforms, with their distinctive hoops and V-necks, reflect the era's sporting fashion. The image also features Williams, the touch judge, who stands separately from the teams, ready to ensure a fair game. Rugby football was a popular sport in Wales during this period, and matches against England were always highly anticipated events. The Welsh team, known for their tenacity and skill, had a strong reputation on the field. This photograph offers a unique glimpse into the past, providing a tangible connection to the rich history of Welsh rugby and the passion that has long defined the sport. The 1890s were an exciting time for rugby football, with the sport gaining widespread popularity both in Wales and throughout the British Isles. This photograph serves as a testament to the dedication and spirit of the players, who paved the way for future generations of rugby stars. Today, it remains an invaluable historical record and a source of inspiration for rugby fans around the world.
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