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PHA/8/1/5/46
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[Page 45] Typescript text, 1975; Postcard image of P Dorando, disqualified winner marathon race
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- 1908 (Creation)
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(1826-1995)
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Typescript text signed and dated by David Crosfield, member of the Polytechnic Harriers, 10th November 1975, giving some context to the album images; including details of the various sports grounds featured; 133x204mm. Postcard featuring image of Dorando Pietri, disqualified winner of the Marathon race. [He is being assisted over the line by Jack Andrew, Honorary General Secretary of the Polytechnic Harriers, and organiser of the Marathon - this act led to a protest by the Americans whose athlete, Hayes, finished second, and who was eventually given the winner's title. Public support for Italian runner led to the presentation of a cup to Pietri by Queen Alexandra]; 87x130mm.
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- Andrew, Jack (d.1946), Harrier (Subject)