Cambridge Eight 1911
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Cambridge Eight 1911
The Cambridge Eight in Coronation Year
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This evocative photograph captures the essence of tradition and celebration during the Coronation Year of 1911, as the renowned Cambridge Eight rowing team proudly displays their hard-earned victories on the banks of the River Cam. The eight oarsmen, dressed in their distinctive dark blazers and light-colored shirts, are shown carrying their boat, the "Isis," in a moment of triumph and camaraderie. The inset image of the team's crest, emblazoned with the motto "Sic Itur Ad Astra" (Thus One Reaches the Stars), adds a sense of history and determination to the scene. The Cambridge Eight, also known as the Cambridge University Boat Club, was one of the most successful and prestigious rowing teams in the intercollegiate races between the universities of Cambridge and Oxford. The annual Boat Race, held on the River Thames, was a highly anticipated event that drew large crowds and intense media coverage. However, this photograph was taken during a different race, the Lent Bumps, which took place on the River Cam in Cambridge. The Lent Bumps were a set of races where crews from different colleges attempted to "bump" or overtake the boat in front of them, thus improving their position in the overall standings. The Coronation Year of 1911 held special significance for the United Kingdom, as it marked the coronation of King George V and Queen Mary on June 22. The country was filled with a sense of pride and unity, and the Cambridge Eight's success in the Lent Bumps added to the celebratory atmosphere. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of a bygone era, when tradition, sportsmanship, and national pride were intertwined in the fabric of British society.
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