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Hunting the Greased Pig

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Hunting the Greased Pig

The country fair game of trying to catch the greased pig. Date: 1837

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Step Right Up: A Thrilling Tale of Hunting the Greased Pig at the Country Fair, 1837 Amidst the lively atmosphere of a bustling country fair in 1837, an age-old tradition unfolds: the Greased Pig Contest. This daring game of skill and agility, captured in this photograph from the Mary Evans Picture Library, has long been a favorite pastime for fairgoers. A crowd gathers around the makeshift arena, their eyes fixed on the center where a young boy, dressed in ragged clothes and wearing a determined expression, approaches the pig. The animal, slick with grease, lies on the ground, snorting and grunting, seemingly daring the boy to make a move. In the background, a man in a top hat and waistcoat, known as the 'pig-catcher,' holds a long pole with a net at the end, ready to assist the contestant in their pursuit. The boy, with a determined look in his eyes, takes a deep breath and charges forward. The pig, sensing the threat, scrambles to its feet and takes off in a frenzy, slipping and sliding on the greased surface. The boy, undeterred, chases after it, his small hands reaching out to grab the pig as it passes by. The crowd cheers and jeers, their excitement palpable as they watch the thrilling spectacle unfold. This photograph offers a glimpse into the rich history of country fairs and the unique games and traditions that have been passed down through generations. The Greased Pig Contest, with its element of danger and unpredictability, continues to captivate and entertain fairgoers, providing a connection to the past and a reminder of the simple joys of rural life.

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