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Hartlepool Rovers 1895 Rugby Team
Hartlepool Rovers 1895 Rugby Team: Quelch, Irvin, Burke, Boagey, Snowdon, Allen, Carroll, Richardson, Alderson, Huntley, Maynard, Poole, Oakes, Gilchrist, Hodgson, McHoy, Moran, Thompson.
1890s
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1896 Alderson Allen Burke Carroll Footballers Gilchrist Hartlepool Hodgson Huntley Irvin Maynard Moran Oakes Players Poole Richardson Rovers Rugby Snowdon Sportsman Sportsmen Thompson 1895
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Hartlepool Rovers 1895 Rugby Team: A Glimpse into the Past of Football in Hartlepool This photograph captures the Hartlepool Rovers Rugby Team from the year 1895, a time when the sport was gaining immense popularity in England during the late Victorian era. The team, consisting of the following players: Quelch, Irvin, Burke, Boagey, Snowdon, Allen, Carroll, Richardson, Alderson, Huntley, Maynard, Poole, Oakes, Gilchrist, Hodgson, McHoy, Moran, and Thompson, is a testament to the rich history of football in Hartlepool. The team's rugged determination and focused expressions convey the intensity and passion that defined rugby during this period. Dressed in their respective jerseys and holding their rugby balls, these players embody the spirit of camaraderie and competition that has long been associated with the sport. The 1890s were a pivotal time for rugby in Hartlepool, with the town's teams making significant strides in the local and regional leagues. Hartlepool Rovers, in particular, were a force to be reckoned with, attracting large crowds and generating intense rivalries with other teams. This photograph offers a unique glimpse into the past, providing a tangible connection to the history of football in Hartlepool and the broader context of sports during the late Victorian era. It serves as a reminder of the enduring appeal of rugby and the important role it continues to play in the lives of countless sports enthusiasts around the world.
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