Photographic Print : Greyhound racing 1927
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Greyhound racing 1927
An impression of speed at the White City, where Londons new sport of greyhound racing (the first track opened in Manchester in 1926), provided thrills a-plenty for all. Date: 1927
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Fast Greyhound Greyhounds Speed Track Tracks 1927
11"x8.5" Photo Print
Step back in time with our vintage Greyhound Racing 1927 print from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, takes you to the exhilarating White City in London, where the sport of greyhound racing first gained popularity in 1927. Witness the thrill of the chase as the greyhounds race towards the finish line, their muscles taut and eyes focused. A true piece of history that adds character and charm to any space.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 27.9cm x 17.7cm (11" x 7")
Estimated Product Size is 27.9cm x 21.6cm (11" x 8.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Step right up and witness the exhilarating spectacle of Greyhound Racing at London's White City, the birthplace of this new and thrilling sport in 1927. The roar of the crowd, the crack of the starting pistol, and the deafening silence that follows as the greyhounds fly out of the gates in a burst of raw power and speed. The 1920s were a time of excitement and innovation, and Greyhound Racing captured the imagination of the public with its high-energy and unpredictable nature. The White City Stadium, located in Shepherd's Bush, London, was the first Greyhound Racing track to open in the city after the success of the first track in Manchester in 1926. The track was a marvel of modern engineering, with a 450-yard oval track encircling a grandstand that could seat over 10,000 spectators. The sleek greyhounds, bred for their speed and agility, would race against each other in heats, with the fastest dogs advancing to the final race. The photo captures the essence of the Greyhound Racing experience, with the greyhounds in mid-race, their powerful muscles taut and their eyes focused on the finish line. The track is a blur of motion, with spectators in hats and coats cheering and waving as they watch the action unfold. The atmosphere is electric, and the sense of anticipation and excitement is palpable. Greyhound Racing quickly became a popular pastime, with tracks opening up all over the country. It was a sport for all, with admission prices affordable for working-class families and the wealthy alike. The roar of the crowd, the thrill of the race, and the sense of community made Greyhound Racing a beloved part of British culture in the 1920s and beyond.
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