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Prince Charles, later HRH, The Prince of Wales pictured (centre closest to camera
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Prince Charles, later HRH, The Prince of Wales pictured (centre closest to camera
Prince Charles, later HRH, The Prince of Wales pictured (centre closest to camera) playing polo in Woolmers Park, Essendon, Hertfordshire, England.
The Prince was 20 years of age in these pictures.
He is wearing number 3 and playing for Cambridge.
The match was Cambridge verses Oxford.
Oxford won the match.
Picture taken 8th June 1969
Cambridge News Archive
Mirrorpix
England
12,986p
Media ID 21827895
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Essendon Hertfordshire Horse Polo Prince Charles Prince Of Wales Woolmers Park 1969
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This print captures a young Prince Charles, later HRH The Prince of Wales, in the midst of an exhilarating polo match at Woolmers Park in Essendon, Hertfordshire. At just 20 years old, the prince exudes both grace and determination as he takes center stage on his noble steed. Dressed in his Cambridge jersey with number 3 proudly displayed, he represents his university with utmost pride. The atmosphere is charged with excitement as this legendary match unfolds between Cambridge and Oxford universities. Despite Prince Charles' remarkable skills on the field, it was Oxford who emerged victorious that day. Nevertheless, this snapshot immortalizes a momentous occasion for British sport and showcases the prince's passion for equestrian pursuits. Taken on June 8th, 1969, during the vibrant era of the 1960s, this photograph transports us back to a time when royalty mingled effortlessly with commoners through shared interests like sports. It serves as a testament to Prince Charles' early dedication to both academic excellence and athletic prowess. Preserved by Mirrorpix's Memory Lane Prints collection, this image offers a glimpse into history while also celebrating one of Britain's most beloved figures. Whether you are an admirer of royal heritage or simply appreciate timeless sporting moments captured on film, this print is sure to evoke nostalgia and admiration for all who behold it.
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