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Photo Mug : Ethel Catherwood of Canada, world champion high jumper, 1928. Creator: Unknown
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Ethel Catherwood of Canada, world champion high jumper, 1928. Creator: Unknown
Ethel Catherwood of Canada, world champion high jumper, 1928. Ethel Catherwood (1908-1987) won a gold medal in the womens High Jump at the 1928 Summer Olympics, held in Amsterdam, the worlds first ever gold medal awarded to a female high jumper. She still holds the title as the only Canadian female athlete to have won an individual gold medal in an Olympic track and field event. From " Die Welt in Bildern", (The World in Pictures), cigarette card album, c1928. [Georg A Jasmatzi, A.-G. Dresden, Germany]
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Relive the glory days of Olympic history with our Media Storehouse Photo Mug featuring Ethel Catherwood, the legendary Canadian high jumper who made history by winning the gold medal at the 1928 Summer Olympics. This vintage mug showcases a captivating image of Ethel in action, taken from the archives of Heritage Images. Perfect for sipping your favorite hot beverage and reminiscing about the past, this sturdy and stylish mug is a must-have for sports enthusiasts and collectors alike. Add a personal touch by gifting it to a history buff or an athlete in your life. Cheers to celebrating the achievements of remarkable women in sports!
A personalised photo mug blends sentimentality with functionality, making an ideal gift for cherished loved ones, close friends, or valued colleagues. Preview may show both sides of the same mug.
Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
Mug Size is 9.6cm high x 8.1cm diameter (3.8" x 3.2")
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases Ethel Catherwood, the world champion high jumper from Canada in 1928. The creator of this remarkable image remains unknown, but its historical significance is undeniable. Ethel Catherwood achieved an extraordinary feat by winning a gold medal in the women's High Jump at the 1928 Summer Olympics held in Amsterdam. This victory marked a groundbreaking moment as she became the first female high jumper to ever receive such an honor. Ethel Catherwood's legacy extends beyond her Olympic triumphs. She holds a unique place in Canadian sports history as the sole female athlete to have secured an individual gold medal in an Olympic track and field event. Her athleticism and determination are truly commendable. The photograph originates from "Die Welt in Bildern" (The World in Pictures), a cigarette card album dating back to approximately 1928, produced by Georg A Jasmatzi AG Dresden, Germany. It beautifully captures Ethel Catherwood's full-length figure with vibrant colorization that brings her sporting prowess to life. As we admire this snapshot frozen in time, let us celebrate not only Ethel Catherwood's achievements but also recognize her significant contribution towards breaking barriers for women athletes worldwide.
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