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Cornell Varsity Sports Rowing Crew Photograph Poughkeepsie College Regatta University 1900s Shell Photo

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The2FunAdGuyz offer a new print of a vintage 1900s Cornell University varsity rowing crew photographed at the annual Poughkeepsie Regatta, a major collegiate sports rowing crew team competition.

This rare photo captures the immensity of the Hudson River and the physical strength need to participate in any Poughkeepsie Regatta of that era. A beautiful photograph, especially in the large size and on the rich parchment-like paper that is sure to bring smiles to the face of any rowing enthusiast or Cornell alumni.

HISTORICAL PERSPECTIVE: A stretch of the Hudson River near Poughkeepsie, New York became the site of the Poughkeepsie Regatta. A unique, four-mile straightaway at this particular point of the Hudson made it a logical choice for a race that pushed the endurance of sports rowing crews. By contrast, modern crew competitions are much shorter. Starting in 1895, the races were held in the spring of each year, although there were some war years when no races were held. With such a long race, large crowds used the embankments to view the competition and within a few years as many as ten thousand spectators viewed the competition. The Intercollegiate Rowing Association established the race. Following World War II the competition was held at other locations.

DESCRIPTION: The Cornell University varsity crew prepares to practice at the Poughkeepsie Regatta in the early 1900s. Others watch from small boats.

CAPTION: Early 1900’s Cornell Crew.

PHOTOGRAPHER: An unknown photojournalist took the photo for a major journalistic service.

ORIGINAL MEDIA: This new print is based on an image from the original glass negative.

PAPER QUALITY: This new print is on a quality parchment-like paper that allows for maximum color brilliance for older images, ultimately providing a warm and natural presentation.

AVAILABILITY: In Stock! – Usually Ships Within 1 Business Day.

Image Size: 16.5 inches wide by 10.5 inches high.

Paper Size: 17 inches wide by 11 inches high. This allows for a small border around the image for matting and framing. When matted, this format is perfect for a standard 16-inch x 20-inch frame, a manageable size for a wide variety of decorating purposes.

DECORATING USES: Many of our customers find this poster useful for home, dorm room and office decorating. Also looks great in a family room, sports bar or a teenage boys room.

GIFT IDEAS: Every sport rowing crewmember and enthusiast would love to receive this as a gift. Of course every Cornell alum loves to get Cornell memorabilia.

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