Marathon Collection (page 3)

The dying Athenian announcing the Victory of Marathon (engraving)
7150791 The dying Athenian announcing the Victory of Marathon (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The dying Athenian announcing the Victory of Marathon)

Greek antiquite: amphore decoree of marathon scenes. 550 BC. Copenhagen, Museo Nazionale
LRI4658810 Greek antiquite: amphore decoree of marathon scenes. 550 BC. Copenhagen, Museo Nazionale by Greek, (6th century BC); Nationalmuseet, Copenhagen

An interesting London race, the drivers marathon, which also took place this year with... (colour litho)
2809011 An interesting London race, the drivers marathon, which also took place this year with... (colour litho) by Beltrame

Triumph of Italian colors at the Antwerp Olympics (colour litho)
2808925 Triumph of Italian colors at the Antwerp Olympics (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Triumph of Italian colors at the Antwerp Olympics)

Handley Page HPR. 1 Marathon I G-AMHT
Handley Page HPR.1 Marathon I G-AMHT (msn 131, ex XA274), of F.G. Miles Ltd. / F.G.Miles Engineering Limited, at Shoreham Airport, sometime between 1959 and 1964. Date: circa 1961

The latest American extravaganza, cross-country dance, which was played by 400 couples... (colour litho)
2777784 The latest American extravaganza, cross-country dance, which was played by 400 couples... (colour litho) by Beltrame

The Gazelle Race at thes Siro Hippodrome, in Milan (colour litho)
2777696 The Gazelle Race at thes Siro Hippodrome, in Milan (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Gazelle Race at thes Siro Hippodrome, in Milan)

Graves of Greek heroes who defeated Persians at Marathon
Graves of the Greek heroes who defeated the Persians at Marathon, Greece

Learjet 35A N35KC (msn 35-144), of Marathon Air Inc. at Luton Airport. Date: circa 1983

Defeat of the Persian Host at Marathon (engraving)
2794101 Defeat of the Persian Host at Marathon (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Defeat of the Persian Host at Marathon)

Photograph of a couple entering the 1343rd hour
Photograph of a very fatiqued couple entering the 1343rd hour in Chicagos dance marathon, 1931 Date: 1931

Start of a Fun Run, Penzance, Cornwall
The start of a fun run (marathon) in Penzance, Cornwall, with David Moorcroft (b.1953), British middle-distance and long-distance runner. Showing a large crowd of runners and spectators

A New Kind Marathon (Colour Litho)
2778180 A New Kind Marathon (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: A new kind of marathon)

Marathon (colour litho)
3631659 Marathon (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Marathon. Illustration for The Story of the Persian War from Herodotus by Alfred J Church with)

The curious races, the race of the hundred and forty in Milan (colour litho)
2809250 The curious races, the race of the hundred and forty in Milan (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The curious races)

Civic reception for Olympic victor Harold Whitlock
Civic reception for the Olympic 50 kilometres Marathon victor Harold Whitlock at Deptford Town Hall, south east London, 12 August 1936. Date: 1936

Mount Pentelicus, from the Height above Marathon, near the Haunt of the Greek Brigands (engraving)
1099534 Mount Pentelicus, from the Height above Marathon, near the Haunt of the Greek Brigands (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mount Pentelicus)

The Classic Sites of Ancient Greece (engraving)
1106240 The Classic Sites of Ancient Greece (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Classic Sites of Ancient Greece)

Marathon organised by Le Petit Journal (colour litho)
2818766 Marathon organised by Le Petit Journal (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Marathon organised by Le Petit Journal)

Cold Challenges (Colour Litho)
2809271 Cold Challenges (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The challenges in the cold. A winter trial by the students of Spandau (Berlin)

The Last American Weirdness (Colour Litho)
2783497 The Last American Weirdness (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The last American weirdness)

Types of the British Navy (litho)
1615850 Types of the British Navy (litho) by Wright, Henry Charles Seppings (1850-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: Types of the British Navy)

Restoration of the Olympic Games in Athens: arrival of Lues, marathon winner, 1896
LSE4087416 Restoration of the Olympic Games in Athens: arrival of Lues, marathon winner, 1896. by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Italian Marathon run in Milan on 27 September, the arrival of the winner at the finish line established in
2815156 The Italian Marathon run in Milan on 27 September, the arrival of the winner at the finish line established in the Arena (colour litho) by Beltrame

The 1908 Olympics, front cover of Couriers Sunday 1908 (Litho)
2815137 The 1908 Olympics, front cover of Couriers Sunday 1908 (Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

A strange English sport (colour litho)
2809146 A strange English sport (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: A strange English sport)

The Olympic Games at Athens, the Winner of the Race from Marathon passing the Post (litho)
1042104 The Olympic Games at Athens, the Winner of the Race from Marathon passing the Post (litho) by Jacomb-Hood, George Percy (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Olympic Games at Athens)

The Plains of Marathon (engraving)
1099519 The Plains of Marathon (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Plains of Marathon)

The battle of Marathon (engraving)
653869 The battle of Marathon (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The battle of Marathon)

Revival of the Olympic Games at Athens, Loues winning the Race from Marathon (litho)
1605530 Revival of the Olympic Games at Athens, Loues winning the Race from Marathon (litho) by Forestier, Amedee (1854-1930) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Bivouac of Greek Brigands in the Defile of Marathon (engraving)
2772202 Bivouac of Greek Brigands in the Defile of Marathon (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bivouac of Greek Brigands in the Defile of Marathon)

The Dog of Marathon (engraving)
2781020 The Dog of Marathon (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Dog of Marathon. Illustration for Chatterbox (1889).); © Look and Learn

Olympic Games (litho)
STC416104 Olympic Games (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

Sketch from the Road between Marathon and Athens (engraving)
1099518 Sketch from the Road between Marathon and Athens (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketch from the Road between Marathon and Athens)

MARATON
Milan Malovrh

LIFE that is coming
Milos Markovic

Marathon Man
Holger Droste

Marathon
Holger Droste

42, 195 km, 3, 05 h, the Redemption !
Holger Droste

Marathoner
Anna Niemiec

Running with @sebchaigneau
Tristan Shu

Pokhara Marathon
Yvette Depaepe

Berlin - Partial Eclipse
Jean Claude Castor

London Marathon 1981, Sponsored by Gillette, Sunday 29th March 1981. Joint winners, Dick Beardsley and Inge Simonsen

London Marathon 1981, Sponsored by Gillette, Sunday 29th March 1981

Bracknell Half Marathon, Sunday 7th June 1992

London Marathon 1981, Sponsored by Gillette, Sunday 29th March 1981

The London Marathon - 1991 Runners in fancy dress run over Westminster Bridge, Central London. Runners dressed in fancy dress. Run Funnies. Picture taken 21st April 1991

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"From Ancient Greece to Modern Times: The Marathon Journey" In the vast expanse of the night sky, Messier objects twinkle like celestial jewels, forming a full set that captivates astronomers. Similarly, runners from all walks of life embark on their own cosmic journey when they participate in marathons. Picture this: NYC Marathon runners gracefully traverse a bridge, their determination etched on their faces as they push themselves beyond limits. It's a sight reminiscent of Pheidippides' legendary run from Marathon to Athens during ancient times. Speaking of legends, the bust of Miltiades stands tall as a symbol of inspiration for marathoners worldwide. This Athenian military leader and politician played a pivotal role in shaping the history and significance behind this endurance race. Fast forward to 1927 - an iconic year for marathons. Runners lace up their shoes and embrace the challenge with unwavering spirit. The echoes of cheers reverberate through time as these individuals strive for greatness. But let us not forget where it all began - in 1896 at the first modern Olympic Games held in Athens. Spyridon Louis emerges victorious, winning hearts along with his gold medal in the marathon race. A powerful illustration captures this historic moment, forever etching it into our collective memory. Traveling further back in time takes us to ancient Greece; home to both athletic prowess and cultural heritage. The Ancient Olympic Games witnessed athletes competing fiercely in various disciplines including the grueling marathon event – an ode to human strength and resilience. The Greek marathon holds tales untold; stories woven into its very fabric by heroes like Miltiades who shaped its legacy centuries ago. Their footsteps echo through generations as modern-day runners follow suit, embracing challenges head-on with every stride taken. And finally, we arrive at London 1908 - another milestone etched within marathon history books.