Foot Race Collection

Ancient Greek marathon
Foot-race in ancient Greece. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Ancient Olympic Games
Racers cheered at the finish line in the Olympic Games, ancient Greece. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th century illustration

Foot Race at the Olympian Games (engraving)
971246 Foot Race at the Olympian Games (engraving) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Foot Race at the Olympian Games)

English gentlemen gambling on an unusual foot race during a horse-racing meet on the Champs de Mars, Paris
6337319 English gentlemen gambling on an unusual foot race during a horse-racing meet on the Champs de Mars, Paris, 19th century by Alken

The Foot-Race between Jackson and Deerfoot (engraving)
2773646 The Foot-Race between Jackson and Deerfoot (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Foot-Race between Jackson and Deerfoot)

Foot Race near Barnet (engraving)
1095294 Foot Race near Barnet (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Foot Race near Barnet)

Foot-Race at Bayswater (engraving)
1625382 Foot-Race at Bayswater (engraving) by Weir, Harrison William (1824-1906); Private Collection; (add.info.: Foot-Race at Bayswater)

Foot-Race (engraving)
3635365 Foot-Race (engraving) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Foot-Race. Illustration for Illustrations of School Classics arranged and described by G F Hill)

The Foot-Race by Grecian Athletes (engraving)
663874 The Foot-Race by Grecian Athletes (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Foot-Race by Grecian Athletes)

Foot-Race at Canton by Coolies of the Military Train (engraving)
1619236 Foot-Race at Canton by Coolies of the Military Train (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Foot-Race at Canton by Coolies of the Military Train)

Games of the Highland Brigade at Cairo (engraving)
1624168 Games of the Highland Brigade at Cairo (engraving) by Courbould, Alfred (fl.1831-75); Private Collection; (add.info.: Games of the Highland Brigade at Cairo)

The foot race event at the Olympic games of ancient Greece. Line engraving, German, late 19th century
OLYMPIC GAMES. The foot race event at the Olympic games of ancient Greece. Line engraving, German, late 19th century

CHARLES C. PYLE (1882-1939). Known as C. C. Pyle. American sports promoter and showman
CHARLES C. PYLE (1882-1939). Known as C.C. Pyle. American sports promoter and showman. Photographed with one of his clients, star football player Harold Red Grange (right), while passing through St

FOOT RACE, c1861. Deerfoot, The Seneca Indian Runner in One of His Celebrated Matches. Lithograph, c1861

MINNESOTA: FOOT RACE. Foot race along a country road in Minnesota. Photograph, c1900

PEDESTRIAN RACE, 1879. Contestants in the six-day pedestrian race for the Astley Belt, at the starting line at Gilmores Garden (later Madison Square Garden), 19 March 1979

Greek Civilization, Bronze statue of running boy
Greek Civilization, 6th century b.C. Bronze statue of a running boy, circa 530 b.C

Running the hurdles at the American inter-collegiate athletic games, 1881
INTERCOLLEGIATE GAME, 1881. Running the hurdles at the American inter-collegiate athletic games, 1881. Contemporary wood engraving after Thure de Thulstrup

Three and ten-mile races at Hoboken, New Jersey, 19 November 1844, attracted huge crowds
FOOT RACE, 1844. Three and ten-mile races at Hoboken, New Jersey, 19 November 1844, attracted huge crowds. Wood engraving from a contemporary English newspaper

The two-mile foot race at Qxford during the Oxford and Cambridge athletic sports events. Wood engraving, English, 1866
ENGLAND: FOOT RACE, 1866. The two-mile foot race at Qxford during the Oxford and Cambridge athletic sports events. Wood engraving, English, 1866

The Foot Race on Fashion Course, Long Island, November 23, 1868. Contemporary American wood engravaving
FOOT RACE, 1868. The Foot Race on " Fashion Course, " Long Island, November 23, 1868. Contemporary American wood engravaving

PRESIDENTIAL CAMPAIGN, 1824. A Foot-Race. Cartoon etching by David Claypoole Johnston, 1824, showing candidates John Quincy Adams, William H

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"From Ancient Olympics to Modern Thrills: A Journey through Foot Races" Step back in time and witness the exhilarating foot races of the Ancient Olympic Games, where athletes pushed their limits for glory. The echoes of thundering footsteps can still be heard as we delve into the legendary Ancient Greek marathon, a race that tested endurance like no other. Transport yourself to 19th century Paris, where English gentlemen placed bets on an unusual foot race during a horse-racing meet on the Champs de Mars. The thrill of gambling mingled with the excitement of witnessing these unconventional contests. Engravings come alive as we witness historic moments such as "The Foot-Race between Jackson and Deerfoot, " capturing two formidable competitors locked in fierce competition. Another engraving depicts a thrilling "Foot Race near Barnet, " showcasing local talent vying for victory. Venturing further, we stumble upon "Foot-Race at Bayswater, " where spectators gathered to cheer on their favorite runners amidst a vibrant atmosphere. These engravings serve as windows into bygone eras when foot races were not just competitions but also social events that brought communities together. "The Foot-Race by Grecian Athletes" showcases ancient athleticism at its finest - skilled runners displaying grace and strength while captivating audiences with their prowess. Meanwhile, an intriguing engraving titled "Foot-Race at Canton by Coolies of the Military Train" sheds light on how foot races transcended borders and cultures. Traveling to exotic lands, we find ourselves immersed in the "Games of Highland Brigade at Cairo. " Here, soldiers engaged in friendly rivalry through spirited foot races while forging bonds across diverse backgrounds. Finally, we encounter an enchanting line engraving from late 19th-century Germany depicting the iconic foot race event at the Olympic games of ancient Greece. This artwork serves as a testament to how this timeless sport has captivated hearts throughout history.