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The Recent Attempt to Swim across the Channel, the Start (engraving)
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The Recent Attempt to Swim across the Channel, the Start (engraving)
1058052 The Recent Attempt to Swim across the Channel, the Start (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Recent Attempt to Swim across the Channel, the Start. Illustration for The Graphic, 7 September 1872.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22224118
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Attempt Channel Channel Crossings Endurance Start Swim Swimming
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The Recent Attempt to Swim across the Channel, the Start
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captures a historic moment in endurance and determination. This 19th-century engraving by an English School artist depicts the beginning of a daring swim across the treacherous English Channel. The print, now part of a private collection, showcases the bravery and ambition of individuals who sought to conquer this formidable body of water. The image transports us back to September 7,1872 when this illustration was featured in The Graphic magazine. As we gaze upon it, we can almost feel the anticipation and excitement that filled the air on that fateful day. A group of swimmers stand at water's edge, readying themselves for their audacious endeavor. Channel crossings have always been regarded as feats of incredible physical strength and mental fortitude. In this artwork, we witness these qualities personified through each swimmer's determined expression and poised stance. They are about to embark on an arduous journey where every stroke will be met with relentless waves and unpredictable currents. This engraving serves as a testament to human resilience and our unyielding desire to push beyond perceived limits. It reminds us that even in times long past, people were willing to challenge nature itself in pursuit of personal achievement. "The Recent Attempt to Swim across the Channel, the Start" is not just a snapshot frozen in time; it represents an enduring symbol of courage and adventure that continues to inspire us today.
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