The Universities Boat-Race, the Cambridge Crew: 3. W. B. Close, First Trinity, 1876. Creator: Unknown

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The Universities Boat-Race, the Cambridge Crew: 3. W. B. Close, First Trinity, 1876. Creator: Unknown

The Universities Boat-Race, the Cambridge Crew: 3. W. B. Close, First Trinity, 1876. Rower in the annual rowing race between the Cambridge University Boat Club and the Oxford University Boat Club, rowed between open-weight eights on the River Thames in London. The tradition began in 1829 with all-male crews of students. The first women's race was held in 1927. From "Illustrated London News", 1876

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This photograph, published in the Illustrated London News in 1876, showcases the third rower, W.B. Close, of the Cambridge University Boat Club during the annual Boat Race against Oxford University. The tradition of this prestigious rowing race began in 1829, featuring open-weight eights competing on the River Thames in London. The image captures the intensity and focus of Close as he rows, embodying the spirit of competition and academic rivalry between the two esteemed universities. The photograph is a testament to the rich history of rowing in Britain and the enduring tradition of the Oxford and Cambridge Boat Race. The image is a valuable piece of 19th-century art and journalism, providing a glimpse into the past and the lives of the students who participated in this iconic event. With the first women's race not held until 1927, this photograph represents a significant moment in the all-male history of the Boat Race. The photograph's engraved detail adds to its aesthetic appeal and historical significance.

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