Sporting leaders during the reign of King George V

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Sporting leaders during the reign of King George V

Sporting leaders during the first 25 years of the reign of King George V: Lord Burghley, Wakefield, Earl of Lonsdale, Bradman, Hobbs. Date: 1935

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Bradman Burghley Hobbs Leaders Lonsdale Reign Sporting Twenty Wakefield Years 1935 Year

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This evocative photograph captures a gathering of distinguished sporting leaders during the first 25 years of King George V's reign (1910-1935). The image features an esteemed assembly of individuals who left indelible marks on the sporting world of the 1920s and 1930s. In the foreground, Lord Burghley, a prominent figure in British horse racing, is seen donning a top hat and wearing an air of authority. To his left, Wakefield, a renowned cricket captain, stands tall and confident, his gaze fixed on the camera with a determined expression. In the background, Earl of Lonsdale, a prominent figure in British horse racing and the founder of the Lonsdale Cup, is seen in conversation with the legendary cricketer Don Bradman and the esteemed English cricketer W.G. Hobbs. Bradman, regarded as the greatest cricket batsman of all time, is dressed in formal attire, exuding an aura of grace and poise. Hobbs, a prolific run-scorer, is known for his elegant batting style and is seen here in a thoughtful pose. The photograph, taken in 1935, encapsulates the essence of the sporting elite during the 1930s. The men, dressed in their finest attire, exude an air of sophistication and elegance, reflecting the refined sporting culture of the time. The image serves as a testament to the enduring legacy of these sporting legends and the impact they had on their respective sports during the reign of King George V.

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