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Military Tug-of-war Competition Photograph – British Army (1 of 3)
St James Collectables
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Each piece in my collection is chosen for its craftsmanship, authenticity, and quiet sense of history. I specialise in antique silver, maritime objects, property of a gentleman and late 19th century as well as early 20th century designs, curating items that tell the story of refined leisure and skilled workmanship. These are objects made to be used, admired, and handed down—each one a small testament to the artistry and precision of its era.
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Military Tug-of-war Competition Photograph – British Army

REF: STC275A / LA569614
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Description
A powerful early 20th-century photograph capturing a tug-of-war team in full exertion, likely depicting a British Army unit engaged in organized competition. The team is shown pulling in perfect unison across rough ground, demonstrating the discipline and coordination required in military athletics. Uniform dress and structured formation suggest a formal event rather than casual recreation, consistent with inter-unit competitions held across British Army commands during the period. Such contests were a key part of military life, promoting strength, endurance, and teamwork. Tug-of-war in particular held a prestigious place within army sport and was widely contested at regimental and command level. Details: Subject: Tug-of-war team in action Context: Likely military athletic competition The frame is oak and has new glass and the back made ready for hanging
measurements
Height:
320 mm
Width:
370 mm
declaration
St James Collectables has clarified that the Military Tug-of-war Competition Photograph – British Army (LA569614) is genuinely of the period declared with the date/period of manufacture being 1900-1925
condition
Vintage wear, frame has new glass and the back reworked so ready to hang
location
This Military Tug-of-war Competition Photograph – British Army is located in London, United Kingdom
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