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The first match of the British Ladies Football Club (engraving)
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The first match of the British Ladies Football Club (engraving)
559940 The first match of the British Ladies Football Club (engraving) by Paget, Henry Marriott (1856-1936); Private Collection; (add.info.: The first match of the British Ladies Football Club. From the Graphic 23 March 1895.); Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22370112
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The First Match of the British Ladies Football Club - A Historic Moment in Women's Sports
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. This engraving captures a significant moment in history - the first match of the British Ladies Football Club. The image, created by Henry Marriott Paget, takes us back to 23rd March 1895 when women's football was still a novelty. The scene is set on a sunny day at Hornsey, London. The field is filled with excitement as players clad in long skirts and high-collared jerseys gather around the goalpost. Despite societal expectations and prejudices against women participating in sports, these brave pioneers fearlessly step onto the pitch to showcase their skills. Spectators eagerly line up along the sidelines, their faces reflecting both curiosity and delight. This groundbreaking event attracted an astonishing crowd of 10,000 people who came to witness this unprecedented spectacle unfold before their eyes. As we gaze upon this historic print, we are reminded of how far women's sports have come since that monumental day. It serves as a testament to the determination and resilience of those early female athletes who defied conventions to pursue their passion for football. This artwork not only celebrates their courage but also highlights how sport has become an avenue for empowerment and equality over time. It symbolizes progress towards breaking down barriers that once restricted women from pursuing athletic endeavors freely. Let this enchanting engraving inspire us all to continue supporting gender equality in sports so that future generations can enjoy equal opportunities on fields worldwide.
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