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Czech Republic - Sokol Rally in Prague
A rally to promoting public exercise as a way to stimulate national self importance (through organised gymnastic and athletic demonstrations - usually mass-participation). The Sokol (which translates as Falcon ) arose as the first Czech Gymnastic organisation in the 1860s. Between the First and Second World Wars the organisation grew to have a million members. The Sokol programmes were organised to have mass appeal across all strata of Czech society and across all age groups
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Athletic Calisthenics Clenched Courage Cultural Czech Czechoslovakia Czechoslovakian Defiance Demonstration Endurance Exercise Exercising Falcon Fist Fraternalism Gymnastic Health Healthy Loin Cloth Mass Nationalism Participation Patriotic Patriotism Prague Pride Propaganda Rally Sandals Sokol Strength Strong Vsesokolsky
20x30 inch Poster Print
Introducing the captivating "Czech Republic - Sokol Rally in Prague" poster print from Media Storehouse, brought to you by Rights Managed at Mary Evans Prints Online. This powerful image transports you back in time to a significant moment in Czech history, showcasing the spirit of unity and national pride through the Sokol Rally. Witness the mesmerizing display of mass-participation gymnastics and athletic demonstrations, a testament to the importance of public exercise and the enduring strength of the human spirit. Add this inspiring poster print to your collection and let it serve as a daily reminder of the power of community and perseverance.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 48.7cm x 76.8cm (19.2" x 30.2")
Estimated Product Size is 51.4cm x 76.8cm (20.2" x 30.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the spirit of the Sokol Rally in Prague, a mass-participation event promoting public exercise and national pride in the Czech Republic. The Sokol, which translates to Falcon, was the first Czech gymnastic organization, established in the 1860s. By the interwar period, it had grown to have over a million members, making it a powerful cultural force across all strata of Czech society and age groups. The image showcases a sea of red-clad participants, their fists clenched in defiance and determination, standing strong on a sandy beach. The atmosphere is one of historical significance and cultural fraternalism, as the Sokol movement sought to instill a sense of Czechoslovakian nationalism and patriotism through organized gymnastic and athletic demonstrations. The participants, dressed in loin cloths and sandals, embody the enduring strength and courage of the Czech people. Their vigorous calisthenics and gymnastic exercises were not only a testament to their physical health and endurance but also a symbol of their collective spirit and resilience. The Sokol Rally in Prague was a powerful display of public participation and a testament to the organization's commitment to promoting a healthy and strong society. This historical photograph, with its striking imagery and powerful symbolism, serves as a reminder of the Sokol's role in shaping Czechoslovakian history and fostering a sense of national pride and self-importance.
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