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Charles Rowell
Charles Rowell. The Celebrated Pedestrian. Born in Chesterton, Cambridgeshire, England, August 12th 1853. Height 6 ft. 5 ins. Weight 140 lbs. Winner of the Astley Belt. Representing the Long Distance Championship of the World; in the great International Six Days Walking Contest, at Gilmores Garden, New York, March 10th to 15th 1879, beating O Leary, Ennis and Harriman. And covering 500 miles and 180 yards in 5 days 19 hours, 58 minutes and 5 seconds. Date: 1879
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12th Astley Belt Born Cambridgeshire Celebrated Championship Chesterton Days Distance Height Pedestrian Representing Weight Winner Rowell
18x24 inch Poster Print
"Introducing the Charles Rowell poster print from our Media Storehouse collection, brought to you in partnership with Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating image showcases Charles Rowell, the celebrated pedestrian, born in Chesterton, Cambridgeshire, England, on August 12th, 1853. Standing at an impressive 6 ft. 5 ins. tall and weighing 140 lbs., Rowell made history as the winner of the prestigious Astley Belt. Add a touch of history and inspiration to your walls with this striking, high-quality poster print. Order yours today!"
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 46.3cm x 61.6cm (18.2" x 24.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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Charles Rowell, The Celebrated Pedestrian: Born on August 12th, 1853, in the picturesque village of Chesterton, Cambridgeshire, England, Rowell stood at an impressive height of 6 ft. 5 ins. and weighed a lean 140 lbs. This extraordinary man would go on to make history in the world of long-distance walking, becoming the proud holder of the Astley Belt, symbolizing the Long Distance Championship of the World. The stage was set at Gilmores Garden, New York, for the Great International Six Days Walking Contest, held from March 10th to 15th, 1879. The competition was fierce, with Rowell facing formidable opponents such as O'Leary, Ennis, and Harriman. Undeterred, Rowell covered an astonishing 500 miles and 180 yards in just 5 days, 19 hours, 58 minutes, and 5 seconds. His determination and unyielding spirit propelled him to victory, leaving his competitors in his wake. This photograph captures the essence of Charles Rowell's remarkable achievement, a testament to his unwavering commitment and physical endurance. Born in England, Rowell's name would echo across the globe, inspiring generations to come and cementing his place in the annals of long-distance walking history.
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