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Chicago Norge Ski Club Member
Filename: 990_16_3-Sport-Ski_16HR.jpg
Size: 3345 x 4800 (5.8MB)
Date: 3rd February 2014
Source: Universal Images Group (UIG)
Credit: Underwood Archives
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
City: Cary
County: Illinois
Country: United States
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Chicago Norge Ski Club Member
Cary, Illinois: 1922 Karl Nilsen, Chicago Norge Ski Club member, who set a new 152 foot ski jump record at Cary last year
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Media ID 9706839
© Underwood Archives/UIG
1920s 1922 B And W Caucasian Appearance Chicago Clubs Competition Daytime Illinois Leisure Activity Monochromatic Monochrome Norwegian One Male Only One Man One Man Only One Person Only Recreation Recreational Activity Recreational Pursuit Single Male Single Man Single Person Ski Jumping Skiing Snow Sports Sports Equipment Winter Winter Sports Gary Norge
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures the indomitable spirit of Karl Nilsen, a member of the esteemed Chicago Norge Ski Club in Cary, Illinois. Taken in 1922, it immortalizes the moment when Nilsen shattered records by soaring an astonishing 152 feet during a ski jump competition held in Cary the previous year. With his caucasian appearance and Norwegian heritage proudly on display, Nilsen epitomizes the resilience and determination that defined North America's winter sports scene in the early 20th century. Against a backdrop of snow-covered slopes, he stands alone as a testament to both individual skill and collective camaraderie within ski clubs across the United States. The monochromatic aesthetic adds an air of nostalgia to this historic image, transporting us back to a time when recreational pursuits were simpler yet no less exhilarating. As we gaze upon this vintage photograph, we are reminded of how leisure activities like skiing provided respite from daily routines while fostering bonds among like-minded individuals. Nestled within this frame is not just one man but also countless stories waiting to be told—stories of triumphs achieved through sheer willpower and passion for winter sports. This photo serves as a timeless reminder that even amidst freezing temperatures and challenging conditions, human beings have always found solace and joy in embracing nature's frozen playgrounds.
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