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Umbrella as hood at rain sodden Brooklands. Heavy rain caused disappointment to
Umbrella as hood at rain sodden Brooklands.
Heavy rain caused disappointment to thousands of car racing enthusiasts when the Easter Monday meeting at Brooklands had to be postponed.
Photo shows, R A Jameson, designer of the new super charged Austin Seven, using an umbrella as a hood.
13 April 1936
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In this photograph captured in the rain-soaked Brooklands, disappointment hangs heavy in the air. The Easter Monday meeting, eagerly anticipated by thousands of car racing enthusiasts, had to be postponed due to the relentless downpour. Amidst the gloomy atmosphere, a unique sight catches our attention - R A Jameson, the brilliant mind behind the new supercharged Austin Seven, ingeniously using an umbrella as a makeshift hood. Taken on 13th April 1936 during a time between wars when Europe was grappling with uncertainty and change, this monochrome image exudes a sense of resilience amidst adversity. The photo transports us back to the thirties - an era marked by innovation and determination despite challenging circumstances. The photographer from Planet News skillfully captures this momentous scene that has now become part of Europeana's rich collection of historical photography. This snapshot not only showcases Jameson's resourcefulness but also serves as a reminder of human adaptability in times of crisis. As we gaze upon this timeless image from TopFoto. co. uk, let us appreciate how even amidst disappointment and setbacks caused by nature's whimsy, individuals like Jameson find creative solutions to overcome obstacles. It is through such ingenuity that progress is made possible; it is through such resilience that hope endures.
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