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Roger Bannister - First sub-4 minute mile - Iffley Road
Roger Bannister of Great Britain (1929-2018), with a time of 3 mins 59.4 seconds, becomes the first person to run a mile in under 4 minutes, at the Iffley Road Sports Ground, England on 6th may 1954. Date: 1954
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Media ID 18953490
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1954 Achievement Athlete Athletics Bannister Barrier Champion Iffley Mile Roger Runner Running Seconds Speed Mins
15"x10" (38x25cm) Metal Print
Celebrate the historic moment in sports history with our Media Storehouse Metal Print featuring Roger Bannister, the first person to break the 4-minute mile barrier. This stunning image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures the determination and grit of Bannister as he crossed the finish line at Iffley Road Sports Ground on May 6, 1954, with a time of 3:59.4 seconds. Bring this iconic moment into your home or office with our high-quality metal print, which showcases vibrant colors and exceptional detail. Each print is individually crafted using a unique process that prints the image onto a sheet of aluminum, resulting in a sleek, modern, and durable piece of art that is sure to be a conversation starter.
Your image is printed photographically and bonded to a 3.5mm thick, Dibond board (black polyethylene sandwiched between two sheets of white coated aluminium). The panel is then sealed with a gloss protective covering. Supplied complete with a wall mount which holds the print 10mm from the wall.
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Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 38.1cm (10" x 15")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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In this historic photograph, Roger Bannister, a legendary British athlete born in 1929, stands triumphantly after becoming the first person in history to run a mile in under 4 minutes. The momentous occasion took place on May 6, 1954, at the Iffley Road Sports Ground in England. With a time of 3 minutes and 59.4 seconds, Bannister shattered the long-standing barrier that many believed was impossible to break. The achievement of running a mile in under 4 minutes had been a goal for runners for decades. This elusive feat was often referred to as the "four-minute mile" and was considered the pinnacle of athletic prowess. Bannister's groundbreaking performance not only cemented his place in athletic history but also opened the door for future milers to push the limits of human endurance. The image captures the excitement and anticipation of the moment, with a crowd of spectators gathered around the track, eagerly watching Bannister's every move. The athlete's determined expression and raised arms in victory symbolize the sheer grit and determination required to break through such a significant barrier. This photograph is a testament to Bannister's unwavering dedication and passion for running. His accomplishment not only revolutionized the sport of athletics but also inspired generations of runners and athletes to push beyond their perceived limitations. The 1950s, a decade marked by significant advancements in technology and societal change, saw Bannister's achievement as a symbol of human progress and the limitless potential of the human spirit.
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