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At Crystal Palace Sunday 25th August, a new heart machine called
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At Crystal Palace Sunday 25th August, a new heart machine called
At Crystal Palace Sunday 25th August, a new heart machine called and ECG telemeter was tried out. Left to right David Hemery, Lillian Board and Team Manager Les Golding. August 1968 P009918
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In this print from Memory Lane Prints, we are transported back to the vibrant atmosphere of Crystal Palace on a sunny Sunday, August 25th in 1968. The image captures a significant moment in medical history as a groundbreaking heart machine called an ECG telemeter is being tested for the first time. Standing side by side, we see three prominent figures who played crucial roles during this pioneering event. On the left is David Hemery, renowned for his athletic achievements and later becoming an Olympic champion hurdler. Next to him stands Lillian Board, another remarkable athlete whose talent and determination made her one of Britain's most beloved middle-distance runners. Completing the trio is Team Manager Les Golding, whose expertise and guidance were instrumental in bringing this revolutionary technology to fruition. The photograph exudes an aura of excitement and anticipation as these trailblazers gather at Crystal Palace Stadium. Their presence symbolizes not only their personal dedication to fitness but also their commitment towards advancing health sciences through sports training. This snapshot serves as a timeless reminder of how sport can act as a catalyst for progress beyond its competitive realm. It encapsulates the spirit of innovation that defined the 1960s—a decade marked by societal transformations—and showcases how individuals like Hemery, Board, and Golding contributed to shaping our understanding of human physiology. As we gaze upon this historic moment frozen in time, it reminds us that even amidst fierce competition on the field or track, there lies immense potential for collaboration and breakthroughs that
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