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John Cobb Seen Off By Eyston When He Leaves For Attempt on Records. For British
John Cobb Seen Off By Eyston When He Leaves For Attempt on Records.
For British racing motorists left Waterloo station on the Aquitania boad train for the American salt lakes in Utah where they will drive a 500 horse - power Napier - Railton car day and night for 48 hours in an attempt to shatter 19 of the worlds principal monitoring records at present held by George Eyston. The drivers are John Cobb, T. E. Rose - Richards, J. S. Hindmarsh and Charles Brackenbury. Photo shows : George Eyston ( right ) shaking hands with John Cobb as Cobb left Waterloo.
26 August 1936 Original caption from negative
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Jigsaw Puzzle (500 Pieces)
Experience the thrill of history with our John Cobb jigsaw puzzle from Media Storehouse, featuring the iconic image "John Cobb Seen Off By Eyston When He Leaves For Attempt on Records. For British" by TopFoto.co.uk. This captivating puzzle showcases the moment British racing motorist John Cobb bids farewell to his supporters at Waterloo Station, London, as he embarks on his record-breaking attempt at the Bonneville Salt Flats in Utah. Ideal for puzzle enthusiasts and history buffs alike, this challenging yet rewarding puzzle is a must-have addition to any collection. Immerse yourself in the excitement of this historic moment and piece together the past with our high-quality jigsaw puzzles.
500 piece puzzles are custom made in Australia and hand-finished on 100% recycled 1.6mm thick laminated puzzle boards. There is a level of repetition in jigsaw shapes with each matching piece away from its pair. The completed puzzle measures 40x51cm and is delivered packaged in an attractive presentation box specially designed to fit most mail slots with a unique magnetic lid
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Estimated Product Size is 50.7cm x 40.3cm (20" x 15.9")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this historic photo print, we witness the departure of British racing motorist John Cobb as he embarks on a daring mission to break multiple world records. Accompanied by fellow drivers T. E. Rose-Richards, J. S. Hindmarsh, and Charles Brackenbury, Cobb sets off from Waterloo station on the Aquitania boad train bound for the American salt lakes in Utah. Their weapon of choice is a formidable 500 horsepower Napier-Railton car, which they plan to drive continuously day and night for an astonishing 48 hours. Their target? To surpass the impressive record collection held by George Eyston – a feat that has captured the attention and imagination of motorsport enthusiasts worldwide. As Cobb bids farewell to his compatriots at Waterloo station, we capture a poignant moment between him and Eyston himself. The two men shake hands with mutual respect and admiration evident in their expressions. This photograph encapsulates not only the spirit of competition but also camaraderie among these daredevil racers who push themselves beyond limits in pursuit of glory. It serves as a testament to their unwavering determination and relentless pursuit of excellence. Dating back to August 26th, 1936, this monochrome image takes us back in time to an era defined by speed, adventure, and audacity – an era where pioneers like John Cobb embarked on extraordinary journeys that would forever etch their names into history books.
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