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Womens Hockey Team, Captain is future Mrs Ernest Shackleton
An unnamed English School Womens Hockey Team - the Captain is Emily Mary (nee Dorman), Lady Shackleton (1868-1936), Wife of Sir Ernest Henry Shackleton and daughter of Charles Dorman. Date: circa 1886
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Media ID 14407480
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Dorman Emily Ernest Hockey Necktie Players Sep16 Shackleton Sticks Striped Unnamed
Jigsaw Puzzle (400 Pieces)
Discover the thrilling world of women's hockey history with our captivating jigsaw puzzle from Media Storehouse. This exquisite puzzle depicts an English school women's hockey team, led by none other than the future Mrs. Ernest Shackleton, Emily Mary Dorman (1868-1936). A talented athlete and the daughter of Charles Dorman, Emily later became Lady Shackleton, wife of the renowned Antarctic explorer, Sir Ernest Henry Shackleton. Assemble this intriguing puzzle to bring this piece of history to life and celebrate the determination and skill of women in sports. Experience the joy of piecing together this captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online.
400 piece puzzles are custom made in the UK and hand-finished on 100% recycled 1.5 mm millboard. There is a level of repetition in jigsaw shapes with each matching piece away from its pair. The completed puzzle measures 31x47cm and is delivered packaged in an attractive presentation box specially designed to fit most letter box slots
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 47.2cm x 30cm (18.6" x 11.8")
Estimated Product Size is 47.2cm x 31.5cm (18.6" x 12.4")
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
This photograph captures the spirit and determination of an unnamed English school women's hockey team from the late 1880s. The team, dressed in their striped uniforms and neckties, are poised and focused, each holding their hockey sticks with a firm grip. Among them stands out the team captain, Emily Mary Dorman (nee), later known as Lady Shackleton (1868-1936). The future wife of the renowned polar explorer, Sir Ernest Henry Shackleton, is easily identified by her regal bearing and confident expression. Her leadership is evident as she directs her teammates with clear instructions, preparing them for the next play. Emily Mary Dorman was the daughter of Charles Dorman, a prominent figure in the British textile industry. Her athletic prowess in hockey was a testament to the growing popularity of the sport among women during this era. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, showcasing the passion and dedication of young women in their pursuit of athletic excellence. It also serves as a reminder of Emily Mary Dorman's remarkable journey from the hockey field to becoming the wife of one of history's greatest explorers.
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