Marathon Collection (page 2)

So Very Tired
Boris Bajcetic

HRH Princess Diana, The Princess of Wales, launches the start of the 1988 London Marathon, at Blackheath, near Greenwich, London. Picture taken 17th April 1988

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

London Marathon - 1991. The runners go round Cutty Sark. Run Funnies A runner is dressed as a chicken. Picture taken 21st April 1991

Mersey Marathon is run for the first time since the 1960s, with over 3, 000 runners ready to tackle the 26 mile course from Sefton Park to Bootle and back

Marathon walker John Merrill
John Merrill, is a British marathon walker, a profession which he can be said to have created, and of which he remains a leading, if not the only, member

Hawker Siddeley HS. 125-3A/RA N522M
Hawker Siddeley HS.125-3A/RA N522M (msn 25156), of the Marathon Oil Company, at London Heathrow Airport. Date: circa 1968

Hawker Siddeley HS-125-400A N523M (msn 25245), of the Marathon Oil Company. Date: circa 1976

Cycladic cemetery. Greece
Burial mound on a cycladic cemetery. Archaeological Museum of Marathon. Greece

Gravestone of Sosas and Nostimos. Greece
Gravestone of the farmers Sosas and Nostimos the Miletian. 2nd century AD. Archaeological Museum of Marathon. Greece

Funerary stele of Paramonos. Greece
Funerary stele of Paramonos, ephebos of the Piraeus. 2nd century AD. Archaeological Museum of Marathon. Greece

Tumulus of Marathon. Greece
Soros or Tumulus of Marathon. Burial mound for the 192 athenian dead at the Battle of Marathon (490 BC) between Persians and athenian army. Near Athens. Greece

5th Century BC 192 490 Ancient Age Army Athenian
5th, century, BC, 192, 490, Ancient, Age, army, Athenian, athenians, Athens, Attica, battle, Battle, of, Marathon, battlefield, burial, mound, dead, death, first, Persian, invasion, Greece, grass

Marathon
BATTLE OF MARATHON Eucles runs from the battlefield to Athens, with news of the Greek defeat of the Persians ; sadly, he dies as soon as he has told of the victory. 29 September 490 BC

Keep on running!
Stephan Rückert

Marathon
Stephan Rückert

London Marathon 1993 On Tower Bridge 26 January 1994 Date: 26 January 1994

Jaouad Gharib Marathon World Athletics Championships Stade De France, St Denis, Paris, France 29 August 2003 Date: 29 August 2003

Mens Marathon World Athletics World Athletics Championships Stade De France, St Denis, Paris, France 29 August 2003 Date: 29 August 2003

Ndereba Catherine Marathon World Athletics Championships Stade De France, St Denis, Paris, France 31 August 2003 Date: 31 August 2003

Joanna Lodge Marathon World Athletics Championships Stade De France, St Denis, Paris, France 31 August 2003 Date: 31 August 2003

Naoko Takahashi Marathon, Sydney Olympics Sydney Olympic Games Olympic Stadium, Sydney, Sydney, Australia 22 September 2000 Date: 22 September 2000

Iromi Suzuki Wins Marathon, Athens 18 August 1997 Date: 18 August 1997

Fatuma Roba Marathon, Atlanta 1996. 01 August 1996 Date: 01 August 1996

Yuko Arimori Marathon, Atlanta 1996. 01 August 1996 Date: 01 August 1996

Nadia Prasad Marathon, Atlanta 1996. 01 August 1996 Date: 01 August 1996

Gb Fans Wait For News On Paula Radcliffe Womens Marathon Womens Marathon Athens, Greece 22 August 2004 Date: 22 August 2004

Mizuki Noguchi Womens Marathon Womens Marathon Athens, Greece 22 August 2004 Date: 22 August 2004

Great Britain Fans Watch Paula Radcliffe On Big Screen Womens Marathon Womens Marathon Athens, Greece 22 August 2004 Date: 22 August 2004

Peter Whitehead Marathon 02 September 1995 Date: 02 September 1995

Rosario Murcia Marathon, Helsinki 1994 17 August 1994 Date: 17 August 1994

Manuela Machado Wins Marathon, Helsinki 1994 17 August 1994 Date: 17 August 1994

Mark Plaatjes Marathon 19 August 1993 Date: 19 August 1993

John Vermeule Marathon, Helsinki 1994 17 August 1994 Date: 17 August 1994

Juzdado, Fiz And Garcia Celebrate, Marathon, Helsinki 17 August 1994 Date: 17 August 1994

Fiz And Garcia Celebrate, Marathon, Helsinki 17 August 1994 Date: 17 August 1994

Diego Garcia 2nd In Marathon, Helsinki 1994 17 August 1994 Date: 17 August 1994

Martin Fiz Wins Marathon, Helsinki 1994 17 August 1994 Date: 17 August 1994

Boniface Merande Marathon 20 August 1993 Date: 20 August 1993

Young-Cho Hwang Marathon 19 August 1992 Date: 19 August 1992

Young-Cho Hwang & Koichi Morishita Olympic Marathon 08 August 1992 Date: 08 August 1992

Wanda Panfil Marathon 26 January 1992 Date: 26 January 1992

London Marathon 1993 Start 26 January 1994 Date: 26 January 1994

The dying Athenian announcing the Victory of Marathon (engraving)
7150791 The dying Athenian announcing the Victory of Marathon (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The dying Athenian announcing the Victory of Marathon)

Greek antiquite: amphore decoree of marathon scenes. 550 BC. Copenhagen, Museo Nazionale
LRI4658810 Greek antiquite: amphore decoree of marathon scenes. 550 BC. Copenhagen, Museo Nazionale by Greek, (6th century BC); Nationalmuseet, Copenhagen

An interesting London race, the drivers marathon, which also took place this year with... (colour litho)
2809011 An interesting London race, the drivers marathon, which also took place this year with... (colour litho) by Beltrame

Triumph of Italian colors at the Antwerp Olympics (colour litho)
2808925 Triumph of Italian colors at the Antwerp Olympics (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Triumph of Italian colors at the Antwerp Olympics)

Handley Page HPR. 1 Marathon I G-AMHT
Handley Page HPR.1 Marathon I G-AMHT (msn 131, ex XA274), of F.G. Miles Ltd. / F.G.Miles Engineering Limited, at Shoreham Airport, sometime between 1959 and 1964. Date: circa 1961

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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.