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Tatler cover - Marquess of Douglas & Clydesdale - boxer
The Marquess of Douglas and Clydesdale, later 14th Duke of Hamilton (1903-1973), Scottish nobleman and aviation pioneer, pictured on the front cover of The Tatler in 1924 at the Amateur Boxing Championships at Alexandra Park in which he took part. He gained a Blue in boxing when at Balliol College, Oxford University and was a promising amateur middle-weight. On this particular occasion, he was beaten on points in the semi-final by Sergeant F. P. Crawley (the Army Boxing Association) after a very close contest. Dick Smith, the famous professional and boxing coach, is engaged in the final operation of putting on his pupils " mittens". Date: 1924
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This striking photograph captures the Marquess of Douglas and Clydesdale, later 14th Duke of Hamilton (1903-1973), on the front cover of The Tatler magazine in 1924. The Scottish nobleman and aviation pioneer is depicted at the Amateur Boxing Championships held at Alexandra Park, where he participated as a promising middle-weight contender. Born into one of Scotland's most distinguished aristocratic families, Douglas and Clydesdale gained a Blue in boxing while studying at Balliol College, Oxford University. In this particular competition, he faced a formidable opponent in Sergeant F.P. Crawley of the Army Boxing Association, ultimately losing the semi-final on points after a closely contested match. Dick Smith, the renowned professional boxing coach, is seen in the background, performing the final adjustments to his pupils' "mittens" – a testament to the sporting spirit that permeated the upper classes during this era. The photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the intersection of aristocracy, society, and sport in early 20th-century Britain. Douglas and Clydesdale's boxing career was just one facet of his multifaceted life. He would later make a name for himself as an aviation pioneer, further cementing his place in history. This photograph stands as a reminder of a time when aristocrats embraced diverse pursuits and showcased their talents in various arenas, from the ring to the skies. Date: 1924. Keywords: aristocrat, aristocrats, nobility, aristocracy, upper class, society, tatler, front cover, covers, boxing, boxer, boxers, trainer, gloves, sport, sporting, sportsmen, sportsman, douglas, hamilton, duke, dukes, scottish, nobleman, aviation, pioneer, 1924, amateur, championships, alexandra park, middle weight, marquess, clydesdale.
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