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Juan and Eva Peron watching a football match
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Juan and Eva Peron watching a football match
Juan Peron (1895-1974), President of Argentina, and his wife Eva (Maria Eva Duarte de Peron, 1919-1952), at the Racing Club in Buenos Aires to watch football matches between Formosa and Santa Fe, and between Racing and Boca Juniors, 10 March 1951. Date: 1951
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1951 Aires Argentina Argentinian Boca Buenos Duarte Football Formosa Glamorous Glamour Juan Juniors Latin Leaders Maria Match Matches Peron Visiting Watch Watching Evita Santa
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This photograph captures a moment in Argentine history as President Juan Peron and his beloved wife Eva, also known as Evita, attend a football match at the Racing Club in Buenos Aires on March 10, 1951. The charismatic couple, who ruled Argentina during the 1940s and 1950s, are seen watching intently as Formosa and Santa Fe face off against each other in the first match, followed by Racing and Boca Juniors in the second. The image embodies the glamour and excitement of the era, with Evita, dressed in a chic hat and coat, looking on with a radiant smile. Juan Peron, dressed in a suit and tie, leans forward in his seat, fully engaged in the sport he loved. The Perons were known for their connection to the people, and their attendance at this football match was a symbol of their support for the national pastime and their commitment to the Argentine community. This photograph offers a unique glimpse into the personal lives of two of Argentina's most iconic leaders, and is a testament to the enduring power of sports to bring people together.
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