Marathon Collection

Battle of Marathon, 490 BC
Athenians repel Persian invaders at the Battle of Marathon, 490 BC. Hand-colored halftone reproduction of a 19th-century illustration

Messier objects, full set
Messier objects. These 110 astronomical objects were catalogued by the French astronomer Charles Messier (1730-1817), a comet hunter who wanted to list the permanent objects in the sky that might be

Runners, marathon, New York, New York State, United States of America, North America

NYC Marathon Runners On Bridge
High angle view of runners in the New York City Marathon crossing the Verrazano-Narrows Bridge, circa 1978. Photo by Frederic Lewis/Getty Images)

Ancient Greek marathon
Foot-race in ancient Greece. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Pheidippides Runs
BATTLE OF MARATHON Athenian courier Pheidippides sent to Sparta to request help when the Persians landed at Marathon in 490 BC, died after completing his run

Miltiades Bust
MILTIADES Athenian military commander, led the Athenian forces at the battle of Marathon, 490, where he defeated the much larger Persian forces of Darius

Marathon 1927
Huge crowds turn out to watch the 26-mile Marathon through the streets of Liverpool

Runners, marathon, New York, New York State, United States of America, North America

In earliest times a simple foot-race was the only event
STC306474 In earliest times a simple foot-race was the only event, illustration from The Story of Greece by Mary Macgregor, 1st edition, 1913 (colour print) by Crane

London Marathon 1982 Joyce Smith finishing the Marathon - The first woman home

Dorando Pietri finishing the first modern Olympic marathon, London, 1908. The marathon at the London Olympics of 1908 was run in ususually hot conditions

Ancient Olympic Games
Racers cheered at the finish line in the Olympic Games, ancient Greece. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th century illustration

OLYMPIC GAMES, 1896. Spyridon Louis winning the marathon race in the first modern Olympic Games at Athens in 1896: illustration from a contemporary English newspaper

London 1908 Olympic Games One of the earliest Olympic dramas to be captured on film. Pietri Dorando collapses after crossing the finishing line in the 1908 Olympic Marathon

London 1908 Olympic Games Dorando Pietri receives a consolation gold cup from Queen Alexandra after his disqualification in the 1908 London Olympic marathon

Miltiades (c. 550-c. 489 BC), Athenian military leader and politician
illustration of a Miltiades (c.550-c.489 BC), Athenian military leader and politician

Hayes winning the Marathon Race. Olympic Games, London 1908
Photograph of John Hayes, American athlete, in the final leg of the marathon race at the London Olympic Games in 1908. Dorando Pietri of Italy collapsed after entering the stadium ahead of the pack

The Aberdeen Line T. S. S. Marathon ocean liner
The Aberdeen Line T.S.S. ( Turbine Steam Ship ) Marathon ocean liner. Date: 1912

The boy from Marathon. 325 -300 BC. Work of Praxiteles workshop. Classical Greek art. Sculpture on bronze. GREECE. Athens. National Museum of Archaeology. Proc: GREECE. Marathon

Battle of Marathon
BATTLE OF MARATHON Miltiades, with 11, 000 Athenians and Plataeans, defeats the 60, 000-strong Persian army of Darius Hystaspes

George Granville William Sutherland-Leveson-Gower, 3rd Duke of Sutherland (1828-1882), British aristocrat, succeeded to his title in 1861. Sutherland finishing a marathon railway journey in America

Olympics / 1908 / Marathon
THE MARATHON Dorando Pietri passing through Wembley. He finished first but was disqualified because he was helped at the finish. He was awarded a special cup

DICK BEARDSLEY AND INGE SIMONSEN CROSS THE LINE TOGETHER TO WIN THE LONDON MARATHON - 29th March 1981

Tragedy of the Marathon Race... London Olympics 1908
Front cover from The Graphic. Dorando Pietri of Italy collapsed after entering the stadium ahead of the pack during the 1908 London Olympics

Paula Radcliffe with the elite ladies at the start of the 25th London Marathon 2005

An aerial view from Tower Bridge of the 1996 London Marathon

Liz McColgan in action during London Marathon 1996

London Marathon 1986 - Runners leaving Tower Bridge.

The first-ever London Marathon 1981

Competitors in the first London Marathon in March 1981 run past an unimpressed street cleaner. . REXMAILPIX.

Runners taking part in the 1981 London Marathon - at Tower Bridge

Daily Mail journalists John Bryant and Nigel Dempster (right) in training for the 1981 London Marathon

Breals silver cup, presented to Spyros Louis, the winner of the 1896 Olympic Marathon Race
6379729 Breals silver cup, presented to Spyros Louis, the winner of the 1896 Olympic Marathon Race; Private Collection; (add.info)

French runner in the marathon at the Athens Olympic Games, 1896
3480818 French runner in the marathon at the Athens Olympic Games, 1896; (add.info.: French runner in the marathon at the Athens Olympic Games 1896.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Breals silver cup, presented to Spyros Louis, the winner of the 1896 Olympic Marathon Race
6379730 Breals silver cup, presented to Spyros Louis, the winner of the 1896 Olympic Marathon Race; Private Collection; (add.info)

The Real Marathon
Avi Revivo

Panathenaic prize amphora with marathon runners at the Olympic games, ca 550-530 BC. Found in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

Richard Manks, the Pedestrian, 1850. Creator: Unknown
Richard Manks, the Pedestrian, 1850. Pedestrian Feat of 1000 miles in 1000 Hours. This unparalleled feat has just been accomplished by Richard Manks

Pebble Beach along Lake Superior Marathon, Ontario, Canada

Waterfalls at Mink Creek empties continues to Lake Superior Near Marathon, Ontario, Canada

Lake Superior at sunset Marathon, Ontario, Canada

Rocks in driftwood on Pebble Beach Marathon, Ontario, Canada

Waves crashing on rocks at Pebble Beach Marathon, Ontario, Canada

Driftwood along Pebble Beach on Lake Superior Marathon, Ontario, Canada

Marathon Man
Holger Droste

So Very Tired
Boris Bajcetic

The London Marathon - 1990 Runners pass through and around the Tower Bridge area. Run funnies. A runner dressed as a wedding groom Picture taken 22nd April 1990

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"From Ancient Greece to Modern Times: The Marathon Journey" In the vast expanse of the night sky, Messier objects twinkle like celestial jewels, forming a full set that captivates astronomers. Similarly, runners from all walks of life embark on their own cosmic journey when they participate in marathons. Picture this: NYC Marathon runners gracefully traverse a bridge, their determination etched on their faces as they push themselves beyond limits. It's a sight reminiscent of Pheidippides' legendary run from Marathon to Athens during ancient times. Speaking of legends, the bust of Miltiades stands tall as a symbol of inspiration for marathoners worldwide. This Athenian military leader and politician played a pivotal role in shaping the history and significance behind this endurance race. Fast forward to 1927 - an iconic year for marathons. Runners lace up their shoes and embrace the challenge with unwavering spirit. The echoes of cheers reverberate through time as these individuals strive for greatness. But let us not forget where it all began - in 1896 at the first modern Olympic Games held in Athens. Spyridon Louis emerges victorious, winning hearts along with his gold medal in the marathon race. A powerful illustration captures this historic moment, forever etching it into our collective memory. Traveling further back in time takes us to ancient Greece; home to both athletic prowess and cultural heritage. The Ancient Olympic Games witnessed athletes competing fiercely in various disciplines including the grueling marathon event – an ode to human strength and resilience. The Greek marathon holds tales untold; stories woven into its very fabric by heroes like Miltiades who shaped its legacy centuries ago. Their footsteps echo through generations as modern-day runners follow suit, embracing challenges head-on with every stride taken. And finally, we arrive at London 1908 - another milestone etched within marathon history books.