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Miners racing whippets, Illustrated London News front cover
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Miners racing whippets, Illustrated London News front cover
Front cover of the Illustrated London News showing coal miners, on strike, partaking in one of their favourite pastimes, whippet racing. The dogs were trained from an early age to worry towels or rags, and during a race would run towards their owner who was waving a rag. The ILN records that the dogs could cover fully two hundred yards in thirteen seconds. Date: 1912
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This striking front cover image from the Illustrated London News dates back to 1912, capturing a unique moment during a coal miners' strike. Amidst the hardships and uncertainties of their working lives, these men found solace and joy in the ancient pastime of whippet racing. The dogs, a favorite breed among the mining communities, were trained from an early age to respond to the waving of towels or rags. In the heat of the race, they would sprint towards their owners with incredible speed, covering fully two hundred yards in just thirteen seconds. The ILN records this extraordinary feat, showcasing the remarkable agility and bond between man and dog. This scene offers a glimpse into the rich history of working-class pastimes and the resilience of the human spirit, even during times of adversity.
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