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Prominent Cambridge sportsmen during WW1
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Prominent Cambridge sportsmen during WW1
Portraits of some prominent Cambridge University sportsmen fighting for their country during the First World War. Top row right is the New Zealand tennis player and four-times Wimbledon champion, Anthony Wilding, who was killed in May 1915 at the Battle of Aubers Ridge - he studied law at Cambridge. Date: 1914
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This evocative photograph captures the spirit of the 'Lost Generation' of Cambridge University sportsmen who answered the call to duty during the First World War. Among the prominent figures depicted in this portrait are the New Zealand tennis sensation and four-time Wimbledon champion, Anthony Wilding, who studied law at the prestigious university. Wilding, seen in the top right corner of the image, tragically lost his life in May 1915 during the Battle of Aubers Ridge. The elite group of athletes, graduates of one of the oldest and most esteemed educational institutions in the world, are shown in formal attire, a stark contrast to the brutal reality of the battlefields they would soon face. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by these young men, who put aside their sporting careers to defend their country and the values they held dear. The First World War marked a significant turning point in history, and the impact on the sports world was profound. Many of the brightest stars of the day, including Wilding, were lost during the conflict. This photograph stands as a testament to their courage and resilience, and serves as a powerful reminder of the inextricable link between sport and the human spirit. The year is 1914, and the world was on the brink of chaos. These Cambridge sportsmen, like many others, were about to embark on a journey that would change the course of their lives and the world forever.
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