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Fancy dress winner JLP01_08_065944
Laing Sports Ground, Rowley Lane, Elstree, Barnet, Greater London. A young girl, dressed as the cosmonaut Valentina Tereshkova, receiving a prize from Hilda Laing after a fancy dress competition at the annual Laing sports day at Elstree.
In 1964 Laings annual Sports Day was held at sports ground on Rowley Lane at Elstree on 22nd June. Events included inter-branch tennis, a football competition, an athletic programme, and bowls. There were sport and athletic events for children, as well as fancy dress competitions. A week before this photograph was taken, Valentina Tereshkova became the first woman to travel into space. This photograph was published in the August 1963 edition of Team Spirit, the Laing employee newsletter
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Media ID 24431223
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1960s Childhood Laing Spirit Sport And Recreation Women Fancy Dress Costume Space Travel
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the captivating "Fancy dress winner JLP01_08_065944" Canvas Print from Media Storehouse, featuring an iconic image from the Historic England Archive. This photograph, copyrighted by Joh from Historic England, beautifully captures the spirit of childhood imagination. The image, taken at Laing Sports Ground in Elstree, Barnet, Greater London, showcases a young girl, dressed as the pioneering cosmonaut Valentina Tereshkova, beaming with joy and wonder. Bring this inspiring piece of history into your home and let it ignite the fire of curiosity within. Our high-quality canvas prints are meticulously crafted to bring out the rich details and vibrant colors of the image, making it a stunning addition to any wall.
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Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This photograph captures a heartwarming moment at the annual Laing sports day in Elstree, Greater London. The image showcases a young girl adorned in an exquisite fancy dress costume, portraying none other than the legendary cosmonaut Valentina Tereshkova. Standing tall with pride, she is seen receiving a well-deserved prize from Hilda Laing herself. The year was 1964, just days after Valentina Tereshkova made history as the first woman to journey into space. The excitement surrounding this monumental achievement resonated even at this local event. Laings' Sports Day brought together employees and their families for a day filled with friendly competition and joyous celebration. The photo not only reflects the spirit of childhood innocence but also highlights women's growing presence in traditionally male-dominated fields such as space exploration. It serves as a reminder that dreams have no boundaries, inspiring generations to reach for the stars. Published in Team Spirit, the employee newsletter of Laing company, this snapshot immortalizes a cherished memory within both personal and historical contexts. It symbolizes how sport and recreation can unite communities while capturing significant moments that transcend time. Through this single frame frozen in time by Historic England Archive, we are transported back to an era where imagination soared alongside rockets and little girls could dream of becoming pioneers themselves.
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