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Motor cycle rowdies in Folkestone. Pictured, running through the gardens of the Royal
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Motor cycle rowdies in Folkestone. Pictured, running through the gardens of the Royal
Motor cycle rowdies in Folkestone. Pictured, running through the gardens of the Royal Pavilion Hotel, Folkestone. 26th May 1969
Peter Powell
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
Folkestone
Kent
England
DM Z5335
Media ID 21839550
© Mirrorpix
Biker Bikers Cult Culture Folkestone Jackets Kent Leather Motor Cycle Motorbike Motorcycle Running Subculture 1969
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Capturing the Wild Spirit - Motor Cycle Rowdies in Folkestone, 1969
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. In this print by Peter Powell, we are transported back to the vibrant youth culture of the 1960s. The image showcases a group of rebellious bikers running through the picturesque gardens of the Royal Pavilion Hotel in Folkestone, Kent. It is May 26th, 1969 – a time when leather jackets and roaring motorbikes symbolized freedom and defiance. The photograph encapsulates an era defined by its subcultures and countercultural movements. These motor cycle rowdies represent a unique breed of individuals who challenged societal norms with their distinctive style and unbridled spirit. Their motorcycles were not just modes of transport; they were symbols of liberation from conformity. As we gaze at this snapshot frozen in time, we can almost hear the thunderous roar of engines echoing through those tranquil gardens. The juxtaposition between nature's serenity and these untamed souls creates an intriguing contrast that speaks volumes about their restless energy. Peter Powell's lens captures more than just a moment; it immortalizes an entire generation's desire for adventure, individuality, and rebellion against authority. This print serves as a powerful reminder that even amidst seemingly peaceful surroundings like Folkestone's Royal Pavilion Hotel gardens, there existed pockets where youthful exuberance clashed with conventionality. Let this evocative image transport you back to an era when leather-clad bikers
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