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Poster Print : Office worker Jean Lakin, 24, challenges boxer Dave Roden to a three-minute bout after
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Office worker Jean Lakin, 24, challenges boxer Dave Roden to a three-minute bout after
Office worker Jean Lakin, 24, challenges boxer Dave Roden to a three-minute bout after hearing that the American fight game now allowed women into the ring as boxers. 14th January 1970
Staff
Birmingham Post and Mail Archive
Mirrorpix
Birmingham
England
Media ID 21872054
© Mirrorpix
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Step into the ring with our latest Media Storehouse Poster Print! Featuring an iconic moment in sports history, this captivating print showcases Jean Lakin, a determined 24-year-old office worker, daring boxing champion Dave Roden to a three-minute bout. Inspired by the groundbreaking news that women were now allowed in the ring as boxers, this electrifying scene from January 14, 1970, is sure to ignite your walls. Experience the thrill of this historic challenge with our high-quality, vibrant print. Order yours today and bring a piece of boxing history into your home or office!
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 55.2cm x 42cm (21.7" x 16.5")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this print from Memory Lane Prints, we are transported back to the 14th of January in 1970, a time when societal norms were being challenged and new opportunities were emerging. The image captures the fearless spirit of office worker Jean Lakin, aged just 24, as she fearlessly challenges renowned boxer Dave Roden to a three-minute bout. At that time, women entering the boxing ring was still a relatively new concept in the American fight game. However, upon hearing about this groundbreaking development, Jean's determination knew no bounds. With unwavering confidence and an unyielding desire for equality within sports, she stepped forward to test her mettle against one of the sport's established figures. The intensity radiating from both competitors is palpable; their eyes locked on each other with fierce determination. This moment encapsulates not only a physical confrontation but also symbolizes the broader struggle for gender equality during that era. This photograph serves as a powerful reminder of how individuals like Jean Lakin defied stereotypes and shattered barriers in pursuit of their dreams. It stands as an emblematic representation of courage and resilience amidst changing times. As we gaze upon this remarkable snapshot frozen in time, let us celebrate those who dared to challenge conventions and paved the way for future generations by proving that strength knows no gender boundaries.
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