Poster Print : Osbert G Mackie, Rugby player and Anglican priest
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Osbert G Mackie, Rugby player and Anglican priest
Osbert Gadesden Mackie (1869-1927), English Rugby union player and Anglican priest. He played rugby for Wakefield Trinity, Cambridge University, Yorkshire, Barbarians, British Isles XV and England.
1890s
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Media ID 14400263
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Anglican Barbarians Cambridge Clergy Clergyman Clergymen Football Footballer Footballers Isles Mackie Moustache Osbert Player Priest Rugby Sportsman Sportsmen Trinity University Wakefield 1895
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Introducing the inspiring Osbert G Mackie poster print from our Media Storehouse collection. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Picture Library, showcases the remarkable figure of Osbert Gadesden Mackie. A true sportsman and man of faith, Mackie excelled in Rugby union, representing teams such as Wakefield Trinity, Cambridge University, Yorkshire, Barbarians, British Isles XV, and England. Off the field, he devoted himself to the Anglican priesthood. Add this motivational poster to your space, and let the story of this extraordinary man inspire you every day.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.6cm x 30.3cm (8.1" x 11.9")
Estimated Product Size is 21.6cm x 30.3cm (8.5" x 11.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph captures Osbert Gadesden Mackie, a remarkable figure of the late Victorian era, in the prime of his athletic and spiritual life. Osbert Mackie (1869-1927) was a renowned Rugby union player and an Anglican priest, a unique combination that defied the conventional boundaries of his time. Mackie's impressive rugby career began with Wakefield Trinity, where his skill and determination quickly gained him recognition. He went on to play for Cambridge University, Yorkshire, the Barbarians, British Isles XV, and England. The image of Mackie, with his moustache and focused expression, embodies the spirit of the game during the 1890s. Despite his success on the rugby field, Mackie felt a calling to the church. He answered that call and became an Anglican priest, serving the community and the church with the same dedication and passion he had brought to his rugby career. Mackie's dual identity as a rugby player and a clergyman is a testament to his versatility and the depth of his character. This photograph, taken in the 1890s, is a fascinating glimpse into the life of a man who defied the expectations of his time and paved the way for future generations to explore the intersection of sports and spirituality. Mackie's legacy continues to inspire us with his determination, grace, and unwavering commitment to both his faith and his love for the game.
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