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New Zealand water polo team
New Zealand water polo team, sporting studio portrait, with team banner, on fern, fronds. From an article, The New Zealander as an Athlete'. Date: 1895
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Athlete Athletes Banner Fern Fronds Polo Sporting Zealand 1895
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In the heart of the 1890s, as the Victorian era began to wane, the New Zealand water polo team emerged as a symbol of athletic prowess and national pride. This studio portrait, published in The New Zealander in 1895, captures the team in their element, surrounded by the lush greenery of fern fronds. The team members, dressed in their smart white uniforms, exude confidence and determination, their focused gazes reflecting their dedication to the sport. The team banner, proudly displayed, bears the insignia of the New Zealand Athletic Union, further emphasizing their commitment to athletic excellence. Water polo, a relatively new sport in New Zealand at the time, demanded strength, agility, and teamwork. This team, with their unified stance and steely expressions, embodied the spirit of the New Zealander as an athlete. The photograph, a testament to the era's love for sport and athleticism, stands as a reminder of the rich history of water polo in New Zealand and the enduring legacy of its early athletes.
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