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Torrential rain at Royal Ascot, 1930 (b/w photo)
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Torrential rain at Royal Ascot, 1930 (b/w photo)
8626451 Torrential rain at Royal Ascot, 1930 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Torrential rain causing the cancellation of the second day of racing at Royal Ascot, 18 June 1930. Illustration from Ourselves 1900-1930, by Irene Clephane (John Lane the Bodley Head Limited, London, 1933).); © Look and Learn
Media ID 38200740
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Audience Audiences Berkshire Depart Departing Departure Downpour Four Seasons Hippodrome Horse Race Horse Racing Leave Leaving Racecourse Rain Rain Shower Rain Showers Raining Rainstorm Rainy Rainy Weather Spectator Summertime Viewer Years 1930 Years 30 Years Thirty
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This print captures the dramatic scene of torrential rain at Royal Ascot in 1930. The image, taken by an English photographer, shows the downpour that led to the cancellation of the second day of racing on June 18th.
The horses and jockeys are nowhere to be seen as they seek shelter from the relentless storm. The wet grounds reflect the gloomy sky above, creating a somber atmosphere at one of England's most prestigious horse racing events.
Despite the inclement weather, there is a sense of beauty in this moment captured in time. The contrast between light and dark, water and land, creates a striking composition that draws you into the heart of the storm.
This photograph is not just a record of bad weather disrupting a sporting event; it is a reminder of nature's power and unpredictability. It serves as a testament to resilience and adaptability in the face of adversity.
As we gaze upon this historical snapshot from nearly a century ago, we are transported back to a time when even royal occasions like Royal Ascot were subject to Mother Nature's whims.
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