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The Wimbledon Prize Meeting, Rifle Match between the Lords and Commons (engraving)
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The Wimbledon Prize Meeting, Rifle Match between the Lords and Commons (engraving)
1587686 The Wimbledon Prize Meeting, Rifle Match between the Lords and Commons (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Wimbledon Prize Meeting, Rifle Match between the Lords and Commons. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 19 July 1862.
English School (19th Century)); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 22550944
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Commons Lords Shooting Competitions
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The Wimbledon Prize Meeting, Rifle Match between the Lords and Commons
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. This engraving from the 19th century takes us back to a historic event that brought together politicians in an unexpected way. The scene captures the intensity of a rifle match held during the prestigious Wimbledon Prize Meeting, where members of both Houses of Parliament, the Lords and Commons, faced off in a thrilling shooting competition. The image showcases a moment frozen in time as these influential figures put aside their political differences to demonstrate their marksmanship skills on the field. Dressed in formal attire, they stand side by side with rifles at hand, focused and determined. The atmosphere is charged with anticipation as spectators watch eagerly from afar. This unique gathering not only showcased sporting prowess but also highlighted camaraderie among politicians who often found themselves at odds within parliamentary debates. It serves as a reminder that even those engaged in heated political discourse can come together for friendly competition and shared interests. Published originally in The Illustrated London News on July 19th, 1862, this engraving provides us with an intriguing glimpse into Victorian society's fascination with sportsmanship and its ability to bridge divides. As we admire this historical print today, it prompts reflection on how moments like these can transcend politics and remind us of our common humanity.
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