Founders of the Sportsmans Battalion
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Founders of the Sportsmans Battalion
The organiser of the Sportsmans Battalion and her husband, the recruiting-officer-in-chief, Mr and Mrs Cunliffe Owen. Mrs Cunliffe Owen conceived the idea of raising the Sportsmans Battalion where members from the sporting world joined up together on the same principle as Pals Battalions. Mrs Cunliffe Owen had the distinction of having been born in Kensington Museum. Date: 1915
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This evocative portrait captures the spirit of patriotism and camaraderie that defined the formative days of the Sportsmans Battalion during World War I. The image features Mrs. Cunliffe Owen and her husband, Mr. Cunliffe Owen, the esteemed founders of this unique military unit. Mrs. Cunliffe Owen, a native of Kensington Museum, was the visionary behind the battalion's inception. Inspired by the Pals Battalions, she sought to bring together members of the sporting world to serve their country on the same principles of friendship and community. Mr. Cunliffe Owen, in his role as recruiting-officer-in-chief, played a pivotal part in the battalion's formation. Their shared dedication to the cause is evident in their resolute gazes and the determined expressions etched on their faces. The photograph, taken in 1915, serves as a poignant reminder of the extraordinary efforts made by individuals during a time of great upheaval and uncertainty. The Sportsmans Battalion, a testament to the power of unity and shared purpose, became an essential part of the British war effort. This powerful portrait, with its rich historical significance, continues to resonate with audiences today as a testament to the indomitable human spirit and the enduring allure of the sporting world.
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