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Photographic Print : Captain Matthew Webb (1848-1883) English swimmer. First man to swim the English Channel, 24-25 August 1875. Took 21 3/4 hours to cross from Dover to Calais: Being handed sustenance from his support boat. Wood engraving, 1875
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Captain Matthew Webb (1848-1883) English swimmer. First man to swim the English Channel, 24-25 August 1875. Took 21 3/4 hours to cross from Dover to Calais: Being handed sustenance from his support boat. Wood engraving, 1875
530607 Captain Matthew Webb (1848-1883) English swimmer. First man to swim the English Channel, 24-25 August 1875. Took 21 3/4 hours to cross from Dover to Calais: Being handed sustenance from his support boat. Wood engraving, 1875.; Universal History Archive/UIG
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1875 August Calais Captain Channel Dover Endeavour Endurance Handed Hours Kent Matthew Support Sustenance Swim Swimmer Webb Wood Material
10"x8" Photo Print
Dive into history with this captivating photographic print of Captain Matthew Webb, the first man to swim the English Channel in 1875. The image captures his incredible feat as he is handed sustenance from his support boat during his 21 3/4 hour journey from Dover to Calais. A must-have for any sports or history enthusiast's collection.
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Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This wood engraving from 1875 captures the historic moment when Captain Matthew Webb became the first man to swim across the English Channel on August 24-25, 1875. The image shows Webb being handed sustenance from his support boat during his grueling 21 3/4 hour journey from Dover to Calais.
In this remarkable display of endurance and determination, Webb braved the treacherous waters of the channel, pushing himself to physical limits in pursuit of his goal. As he reached out for a much-needed drink or snack from his support team, one can only imagine the mental and physical strength it took for him to keep going.
The image not only commemorates an incredible sporting achievement but also serves as a testament to human resilience and perseverance in the face of seemingly insurmountable challenges. It is a reminder that with dedication and unwavering resolve, anything is possible.
Captain Matthew Webb's legacy as a pioneer in long-distance swimming lives on through this powerful depiction of his monumental feat. His name will forever be etched in history as a trailblazer who dared to defy expectations and push boundaries in pursuit of greatness.
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