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Boat race crews for the Oxford Cambridge race. The oxford crew on the left going under hammersmith bridge during trials. The Cambridge crew going under Putney bridge in trials. Date: 1925
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Cambridge Compete Competition Crew Hammersmith Oxford Putney University
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This evocative photograph captures the essence of the historic Oxford-Cambridge Boat Race, an annual competition between the universities of Oxford and Cambridge held on the River Thames in London. The image, taken during the trials in 1925, showcases the determination and skill of the rowers as they navigate under two of the most iconic bridges on the course: Hammersmith Bridge for the Oxford crew on the left, and Putney Bridge for the Cambridge crew on the right. The Oxford crew, dressed in their dark blue blazers and striped shirts, are focused intently on their strokes as they glide gracefully under Hammersmith Bridge. The bridge's distinctive arches loom overhead, casting long shadows over the water. The crew's coxswain, standing at the stern, expertly steers the boat through the narrow passage. Meanwhile, the Cambridge crew, wearing their light blue blazers and striped shirts, are equally focused as they make their way under Putney Bridge. The bridge's ornate stonework and the surrounding trees create a picturesque backdrop for the race. The coxswain of the Cambridge crew, also standing at the stern, urges his team on with a loud command. The Boat Race is a time-honored tradition that dates back to 1829, and this photograph captures the timeless beauty and excitement of the event. The crews' dedication and teamwork are on full display as they compete against each other on the historic Thames, striving for victory in this prestigious university competition.
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