Boat Races Collection

Procession of boats at the opening of the Thames rowing season (engraving)
587676 Procession of boats at the opening of the Thames rowing season (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The boat race from the tow path (engraving)
604890 The boat race from the tow path (engraving) by Hassall, John (1868-1948); Private Collection; (add.info.: Series of illustrations depicting the boat race from the tow path)

Champion of the Thames Insignia (engraving)
587710 Champion of the Thames Insignia (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Champion of the Thames Insignia, 1830.); Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection

Doggetts Coat and Badge wager (engraving)
587691 Doggetts Coat and Badge wager (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cover of Tom Springs Life In London and Sporting Chronicle)

Portraits of the 1877 Oxford crew (engraving)
604913 Portraits of the 1877 Oxford crew (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Portraits of the 1877 Oxford crew competing in the universities boat race)

The Universities boat race (engraving)
604882 The Universities boat race (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Universities boat race: Are you ready)

The university boat race (engraving)
604873 The university boat race (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The university boat race)

Spectators watching a boat race from a riverbank (engraving)
604897 Spectators watching a boat race from a riverbank (engraving) by Dore, Gustave (1832-83); Private Collection; (add.info)

The University boat race (engraving)
604910 The University boat race (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The boat race - looking on, a series of illustrations depicting spectators of the race)

The university boat race (photo)
604904 The university boat race (photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The University boat race - the finish)

Under Hammersmith Bridge (engraving)
604888 Under Hammersmith Bridge (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Under Hammersmith Bridge - a sketch from the press boat)

Spectators watching a boat race (engraving)
604879 Spectators watching a boat race (engraving) by Dore, Gustave (1832-83); Private Collection; (add.info.: Spectators watching a boat race on a river.); Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection

Grand match between Oxford and Cambridge (engraving)
604868 Grand match between Oxford and Cambridge (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Grand match between Oxford and Cambridge, April 1841)

A waterman in Doggetts Coat and Badge (coloured engraving)
587683 A waterman in Doggetts Coat and Badge (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Great boat race for the Championship of the Thames (engraving)
587678 Great boat race for the Championship of the Thames (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

International Boat-Race on the Tyne, at Newcastle (engraving)
1103402 International Boat-Race on the Tyne, at Newcastle (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: International Boat-Race on the Tyne, at Newcastle)

The boating season on the Thames (engraving)
587692 The boating season on the Thames (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The boating season on the Thames - opening the lock)

The great boat race on the Thames (engraving)
587675 The great boat race on the Thames (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The great boat race on the Thames, on Wednesday)

The race for the Championship of the Thames (engraving)
587673 The race for the Championship of the Thames (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The race for the Championship of the Thames: passing the crabtree)

The Cambridge University eight training on the Cam (engraving)
604898 The Cambridge University eight training on the Cam (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Universities boat race dead heat (engraving)
604905 The Universities boat race dead heat (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cover of the Illustrated London News (published on 31 March 1877)

The International Boat Race (coloured engraving)
728409 The International Boat Race (coloured engraving) by Gregory, Edward John (1850-1909); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cover of The Graphic, published on 1 June 1872)

Boat race on the River Cam in Cambridge (engraving)
604854 Boat race on the River Cam in Cambridge (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Oxford University eight training on the Isis (engraving)
604896 The Oxford University eight training on the Isis (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Oxford and Cambridge eight-oared boat race (engraving)
604875 The Oxford and Cambridge eight-oared boat race (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Oxford and Cambridge eight-oared boat race)

A sketch of the boat race (engraving)
604863 A sketch of the boat race (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A sketch of the boat race, passing Chiswick)

Dogetts Coat and Badge race (engraving)
587704 Dogetts Coat and Badge race (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dogetts Coat and Badge race on the River Thames, London)

The contest for Doggetts Coat and Badge (engraving)
587671 The contest for Doggetts Coat and Badge (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The contest for Doggetts Coat and Badge)

Barge race on the Thames (engraving)
587787 Barge race on the Thames (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Barge race on the Thames)

The International Four-oared Boat-Race (engraving)
1053698 The International Four-oared Boat-Race (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The International Four-oared Boat-Race)

The Oxford and Cambridge University boat race (engraving)
604895 The Oxford and Cambridge University boat race (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Oxford and Cambridge University boat race on Saturday)

The boat race for Doggetts Coat and Badge (engraving)
587670 The boat race for Doggetts Coat and Badge (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The boat race for Doggetts Coat and Badge - the Swan at Chelsea)

Portraits of the 1877 Cambridge crew (engraving)
604912 Portraits of the 1877 Cambridge crew (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Sketches round and about the course (engraving)
604902 Sketches round and about the course (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The boat race - sketches round and about the course)

Cambridge Wins (engraving)
604884 Cambridge Wins (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cover of The Graphic (published on 16 April 1870)

The university boat race (engraving)
604864 The university boat race (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The university boat race: sketch at Barnes bridge)

The Oxford and Cambridge Boat-Race (engraving)
1044045 The Oxford and Cambridge Boat-Race (engraving) by Ralston, William (1848-1911) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Oxford and Cambridge Boat-Race)

A Sketch of the Boat Race, passing Chiswick (engraving)
1057879 A Sketch of the Boat Race, passing Chiswick (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Sketch of the Boat Race, passing Chiswick)

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The start of the 160 mile Miami to Nassau powerboat race
Miami, Florida: April 14, 1961. The start of the 160 mile Miami to Nassau powerboat race as the leaders churn through Government Cut on the way to the Gulf Stream

Winner of the 180 mile West Palm Beach to Lucaya-Freeport Gatewa
West Palm Beach, Florida June 14, 1965 The spear-nosed aluminum power boat won the 180 mile West Palm Beach to Lucaya-Freeport Gateway Marathon

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Boat races have long been a cherished tradition, captivating the hearts of spectators and participants alike. The opening of the Thames rowing season is marked by a grand procession of boats, each one adorned with vibrant colors and eager rowers ready to embark on an exhilarating journey. Engraved in history, these images capture the essence of this timeless event. As we gaze upon "The boat race from the towpath, " we are transported back in time to witness the sheer determination etched on every rower's face. Their synchronized strokes propel them forward as they strive for victory, their oars slicing through the water with precision. Intriguing insignias adorn the champions of past races – symbols that represent their triumphs and dedication. Amongst them stands Doggett's Coat and Badge wager, a prestigious honor bestowed upon those who conquer both skill and endurance. Portraits immortalize moments frozen in time; here we see the 1877 Oxford crew proudly posing before their monumental challenge. Each member exudes confidence and camaraderie, united by their shared goal: to claim glory on these historic waters. The University Boat Race holds a special place in our hearts – an iconic clash between two esteemed institutions that ignites fierce rivalries year after year. These engravings depict not only physical prowess but also unwavering spirit as teams battle against each other amidst roaring cheers from devoted spectators lining riverbanks. A photograph captures another chapter of this storied rivalry – faces filled with anticipation underpinned by years of training culminate at once beneath Hammersmith Bridge. The intensity is palpable as crews navigate treacherous currents while pushing themselves beyond limits previously thought unattainable. Spectators become partakers in this spectacle too; eagerly watching from riverbanks or perched atop bridges, they cheer relentlessly for their chosen favorites. Their enthusiasm fuels competitors' spirits as they push harder towards victory or find solace in the knowledge that they have given their all.