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Three little boys play cricket at school
Three little boys play cricket at school. Date: 1898
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Media ID 11584815
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Batsman Batting Brimmed Brothers Cricket Cricketer Cricketers Hits Hitting Identical Rhode Schoolboys Stumps Trousers Waisted Wicketkeeper Wide Ingles
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EDITORS COMMENTS
Three Little Boys Play Cricket at School" is an enchanting photograph capturing the essence of childhood and the spirit of camaraderie during a cricket match in the late 19th century. The image, taken in 1898, depicts three schoolboys in wide-brimmed hats and high-waisted trousers, engrossed in their game on a sunlit school field. The boys, all dressed identically in crisp white shirts and navy blue blazers, are reminiscent of the Three Little Mickey Mouse Helpers or the Three Little Pigs. Their identical attire suggests they might be brothers or classmates, bound together by the shared experience of education and the joy of playing cricket. The oldest boy, acting as the batsman, focuses intently on the pitch, his bat poised to strike the ball. The middle boy, wearing a wicketkeeper's gloves, stands alert behind the stumps, ready to receive the ball. The youngest boy, with a determined expression, winds up to throw the ball towards the batsman. This photograph offers a glimpse into the history of school cricket and the importance of sports in shaping the lives of young boys during that era. The wide-brimmed hats protected them from the sun, while the high-waisted trousers were a practical choice for the active game. The boys' identical uniforms symbolized unity and equality, reflecting the values instilled in them through their education. As we admire this historical photograph, we are transported back in time, reliving the simple joys of childhood and the timeless appeal of a cricket match on a sunny day.
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