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The Start for the St. Leger, 1851, 1911
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The Start for the St. Leger, 1851, 1911
The Start for the St. Leger, 1851, 1911. From British Sports and Sportsmen Part 1. [British Sports and Sportsmen, London, 1911]
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Action British Sports And Sportsmen Doncaster Horse Race Horse Racing Jockey On The Move Race Race Course Racecourse Races Racing South Yorkshire Speed Sports Sportsman Sportsmen St Leger St Leger Stakes Start Starting Line Thoroughbred Metaphor
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The Start for the St. Leger, 1851,1911 - A Glimpse into the Thrilling World of Horse Racing in 19th Century England
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. This print takes us back to a bygone era, capturing a momentous event in British sports history - the start of the prestigious St. Leger horse race in 1851. The image showcases an exhilarating side view of this thrilling spectacle, highlighting both the power and grace of these magnificent animals. In this snapshot frozen in time, we see a group of men gathered at Doncaster's racecourse in South Yorkshire, eagerly anticipating the beginning of the race. Among them is a jockey atop his trusty thoroughbred steed, poised for action as they prepare to sprint towards victory. The intensity and speed depicted here are palpable; it's almost as if you can hear the thundering hooves pounding against the turf. This photograph not only captures a sporting event but also serves as an artistic representation that encapsulates movement and energy. As we delve into this piece from "British Sports and Sportsmen" published in London in 1911, we are transported to a different time when horse racing was one of Britain's most beloved pastimes. It offers us insight into how people from all walks of life came together to witness these extraordinary races that transcended social boundaries. With its rich historical context and visual allure, this print stands as both an homage to British sportsmanship and
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