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Flora Temple and Princess: In their great match for $5000, o
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Flora Temple and Princess: In their great match for $5000, o
Flora Temple and Princess: In their great match for $5000, over the Eclipse Course, L.I. June 23rd 1859. Date c1859
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1859 23rd 5000 Course Eclipse Flora Match Trotter Trotting
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In this photograph, Flora Temple and Princess engage in a thrilling horse race on the Eclipse Course in Long Island, New York, on June 23, 1859. The great match between these two talented equestrian women carried a significant prize of $5000, making it an important event in the world of horse racing during that era. Flora Temple, dressed in a stylish and practical riding outfit, sits confidently on her trotting horse, her determined expression reflecting her focus and commitment to the race. Princess, equally prepared, wears a similar attire and maintains an intense gaze on the finish line, her horse poised and ready to give its all. The Eclipse Course, a renowned racing venue of the time, is bustling with spectators, who have gathered to witness this exciting competition. The lush greenery of the course, dotted with trees and spectators, adds to the picturesque setting of the event. The year is 1859, and the sport of horse racing has gained immense popularity, attracting both the elite and the common folk. The match between Flora Temple and Princess represents more than just a horse race; it embodies the spirit of competition, determination, and the love for horses that defined the era. This photograph, a captivating glimpse into the past, transports us back to a time when horse racing held a special place in society and the great matches between skilled riders like Flora Temple and Princess were the talk of the town.
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