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Leeds United footballer Jack Charlton smoking a cigarette during a training session
Leeds United footballer Jack Charlton smoking a cigarette during a training session
August 1970
Peter Marsh
Daily Mirror
MSI
Media ID 21928910
© Mirrorpix
Cigarette Fitness Footballing Health Smokes
Greetings Card Large (A4)
Introducing the latest addition to our Media Storehouse Greetings Cards collection: "Jack Charlton Training Session" by Peter Marsh from Memory Lane Prints. This vintage football card features an iconic image of Leeds United legend Jack Charlton taking a break during a training session in August 1970, with an unmistakable cigarette in hand. Perfect for football fans and history enthusiasts alike, this card adds a touch of nostalgia to any message. With Peter Marsh's stunning black and white photography, this card is sure to be a unique and memorable gift. Let the past come alive with every greeting!
Create your own large greetings card. Size when folded is A4 (21x30cm or 8.3x11.7 inches)
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 21cm x 29.7cm (8.3" x 11.7")
Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 29.7cm (16.5" x 11.7")
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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EDITORS COMMENTS
In this print captured by Peter Marsh, we are transported back to August 1970, where Leeds United footballer Jack Charlton is seen taking a momentary break during a training session. Amidst the intense atmosphere of the football pitch, Charlton nonchalantly holds a cigarette in his hand, defying conventional notions of fitness and health associated with professional athletes. The image offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of 1970s footballing culture, where smoking was still widely accepted and prevalent among players. It serves as a reminder that times have indeed changed since then, highlighting how societal attitudes towards smoking and its impact on athletic performance have evolved over the years. Charlton's relaxed demeanor amidst physical exertion challenges our preconceived notions about what it means to be fit and healthy. While today's athletes prioritize clean living and strict dietary regimes, this photograph reminds us that different eras had their own unique standards for sportsmanship. Marsh's expertly composed shot not only captures an iconic moment in sporting history but also sparks reflection on how far we've come in understanding the importance of maintaining good health within the realm of competitive sports. This print from Memory Lane Prints encapsulates nostalgia for an era when cigarettes were synonymous with relaxation rather than being viewed as detrimental to one's well-being.
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