Athlete Collection (#5)

McGrath, 1911. Creator: Bain News Service
McGrath, 1911.

Tom Sharkey without shirt, 1910. Creator: Bain News Service
Tom Tom Sharkey without shirt, 1910.

Sharkey in athletic outfit, 1910. Creator: Bain News Service
Sharkey in athletic outfit, 1910.

Departure of FINLAND with Olympic candidates, 1912. Creator: Bain News Service
Departure of FINLAND with Olympic candidates, 1912. Shows the Red Star Line ship Finland, which transported the US Olympic team to the 1912 Summer Olympic Games in Stockholm, Sweden.

J. Ira Courtney, between c1910 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service
J. Ira Courtney, between c1910 and c1915. Shows John Ira Courtney (1889-1968), a member of the American track and field team at the 1912 Olympics in Stockholm, Sweden.

Olympic athletes coming on field, 1912. Creator: Bain News Service
Olympic athletes coming on field, 1912. Related to the 5th Olympic Games, held in Stockholm, Sweden, in 1912.

Opening Day, Stockholm Olympic Games, 1912. Creator: Bain News Service
Opening Day, Stockholm Olympic Games, 1912. Related to the 5th Olympic Games, held in Stockholm, Sweden, in 1912.

Leland Scott, between c1910 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service
Leland Scott, between c1910 and c1915. Shows Stanford University pole vaulter Leland Stanford Scott.

Tell S. Berna, between c1910 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service
Tell S. Berna, between c1910 and c1915. Shows American athlete Tell Schirnding Berna (1891-1975) of Cornell University who competed in the 1912 Olympics.

Athletes on FINLAND, 1912. Creator: Bain News Service
Athletes on FINLAND, 1912. Shows the Red Star Line ship Finland, which transported the US Olympic team to the 1912 Summer Olympic Games in Stockholm, Sweden.

C.C. Childs, Simon Gillis, between c1910 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service
C.C. Childs, Simon Gillis, between c1910 and c1915. Shows C.C. Childs (1884-1960), American athlete and bronze medal winner in hammer throw at the 1912 Olympics and Simon Peter Gillis (1880-1964)

Olympic Athletes, 1912. Creator: Bain News Service
Olympic Athletes, 1912. Shows American Olympic athletes aboard the Red Star Line ship Finland, which transported the US Olympic team to the 1912 Summer Olympic Games in Stockholm, Sweden.

Olympic athletes arrive. Thos. H. Lilley, Andrew Sockalexis, 1912. Creator: Bain News Service
Olympic athletes arrive. Thos. H. Lilley, Andrew Sockalexis, 1912. Shows Thomas H. Lilley (1887-1954) and Andrew Sockalexis (1891-1919)

Gaston Strobino, between c1910 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service
Gaston Strobino, between c1910 and c1915. Shows Gaston M. Strobino (1891-1968), a Swiss-born American athlete who won the bronze medal in the marathon event at the 1912 Olympics.

Platt Adams, between c1910 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service
Platt Adams, between c1910 and c1915. Shows Olympic track and field athlete Platt Adams participating in a javelin throw event.

Peter C. Gerhardt, between c1910 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service
Peter C. Gerhardt, between c1910 and c1915. Shows track and field athlete Peter Clarence Gerhardt (b. 1877).

John L. Reynolds, between c1910 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service
John L. Reynolds, between c1910 and c1915.

Platt Adams, Jim Duncan, and Ben. Adams, between c1910 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service
Platt Adams, Jim Duncan, and Ben. Adams, between c1910 and c1915. Shows Platt Adams (1885-1961) with his brother Ben (b. 1890) and Jim Duncan (b)

110 metre race - Olympic Games - 1912, 1912. Creator: Bain News Service
110 metre race - Olympic Games - 1912, 1912. Related to the 5th Olympic Games, held in Stockholm, Sweden, in 1912.

Oliver Kirk, American boxer and two-time Olympic gold medal winner, between c1910 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service
Oliver Kirk, American boxer and two-time Olympic gold medal winner, between c1910 and c1915.

Billy Wood, between c1910 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service
Billy Wood, between c1910 and c1915.

Kolehmainen, between c1910 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service
Kolehmainen, between c1910 and c1915. Shows Finnish long-distance runner Juho Pietari "Hannes" Kolehmainen (1889-1966).

Gaynor, Sullivan, McDonald & Rose, between c1910 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service
Gaynor, Sullivan, McDonald & Rose, between c1910 and c1915.

Gaynor addressing Olympic Athletes, 1912. Creator: Bain News Service
Gaynor addressing Olympic Athletes, 1912. Showing Mayor William J. Gaynor and others at a parade greeting the U.S. athletes who competed in the 5th Olympic Games, held in Stockholm, Sweden in 1912

Mayor reviews Olympic Athletes, 1912. Creator: Bain News Service
Mayor reviews Olympic Athletes, 1912. Showing Mayor William J. Gaynor and others at a parade greeting the U.S. athletes who competed in the 5th Olympic Games, held in Stockholm, Sweden in 1912

J.H. Hendrickson, ex cham[p]ion [guns], between c1910 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service
J.H. Hendrickson, ex cham[p]ion [guns], between c1910 and c1915.

C.W. Billings, between c1910 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service
C.W. Billings, between c1910 and c1915.

Duke P. Kahanamoku, between c1910 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service
Duke P. Kahanamoku, between c1910 and c1915.

Ralph Rose, Pat McDonald, Matt Grath, Jones, Kaviatt [i.e., Kiviat], 1912. Creator: Bain News Service
Ralph Rose, Pat McDonald, Matt Grath, Jones, Kaviatt [i.e., Kiviat], 1912. Shows members of the American track and field team at the 1912 Summer Olympics in Stockholm including Ralph Waldo Rose

Harry Smith, between c1910 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service
Harry Smith, between c1910 and c1915.

Norman Barr, Penn., between c1910 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service
Norman Barr, Penn., between c1910 and c1915.

Swimmer sport art
Justyna Jaszke

Runner sport art
Justyna Jaszke

Volleyball sport art
Justyna Jaszke

Volleyball sport art
Justyna Jaszke

Volleyball sport art
Justyna Jaszke

Members of the French and Greek Fencing teams at the Summer Olympics, Athens, Greece. 1896 (photo)
7078892 Members of the French and Greek Fencing teams at the Summer Olympics, Athens, Greece. 1896 (photo); Private Collection; Prismatic Pictures

France, Rhone-Alpes, Haute-Savoie (74), Chamonix: The first Olympic Winter Games, luge with spectators in uniform, 1924
LUX4811386 France, Rhone-Alpes, Haute-Savoie (74), Chamonix: The first Olympic Winter Games, luge with spectators in uniform, 1924; (add.info.: France, Rhone-Alpes, Haute-Savoie (74)

Portrait of a man who trains in the pole vaulting in front of some spectators
3561281 Portrait of a man who trains in the pole vaulting in front of some spectators by Unknown photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: France 1900 ca)

Photograph of the Athletic team of the London Missionary Society's Anglo-Chinese College
3521099 Photograph of the Athletic team of the London Missionary Society's Anglo-Chinese College; (add.info.: Photograph of the Athletic team of the London Missionary Society's Anglo-Chinese)

Ancient Olympic Games held in the honour of Zeus. Runners competing in a foot race. Early 20th century illustration
537614 Ancient Olympic Games held in the honour of Zeus. Runners competing in a foot race. Early 20th century illustration.; Universal History Archive/UIG

JO de Chamonix, 1924
2035083 JO de Chamonix, 1924; (add.info.: Winter Olympic Games. Chamonix, France 1924: skating: Belgian couple Herbus and WaGerman); Spaarnestad Photo

Sculpture, digital improved reproduction of an original print 1880 depicting a group of wrestlers
7278153 Sculpture, digital improved reproduction of an original print 1880 depicting a group of wrestlers; Private Collection; (add.info.: Sculpture)

France, Rhone-Alpes, Haute-Savoie (74), Chamonix: The first Olympic Winter Games
LUX4811380 France, Rhone-Alpes, Haute-Savoie (74), Chamonix: The first Olympic Winter Games, competitions with spectators in uniform, 1924; (add.info.: France, Rhone-Alpes, Haute-Savoie (74)

Portrait of a man who trains in the pole vaulting in front of some spectators
3561280 Portrait of a man who trains in the pole vaulting in front of some spectators by Unknown photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: France 1900 ca)

A sportsman refreshing himself at a country inn, 1850
3478295 A sportsman refreshing himself at a country inn, 1850; (add.info.: Illustration depicting a sportsman refreshing himself at a country inn. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Winter Olympic Games. Chamonix, France 1924: bobsleigh
2035086 Winter Olympic Games. Chamonix, France 1924: bobsleigh; (add.info.: Winter Olympic Games. Chamonix, France 1924: bobsleigh); Spaarnestad Photo

Winter Olympic Games. Chamonix, France 1924: skating
2035085 Winter Olympic Games. Chamonix, France 1924: skating; (add.info.: Winter Olympic Games. Chamonix, France 1924: skating); Spaarnestad Photo

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"Unforgettable Moments: A Glimpse into the Athlete's Journey" From the iconic Black Power salute to the solidarity of wearing an OPHR badge, American runners Tommie Smith and John Carlos made a powerful statement during the 1968 Olympic Games in Mexico City. Australian Peter Norman stood by their side, showcasing unity in the face of adversity. The Boxer of Quirinal, also known as the Terme Boxer, immortalizes strength and determination through its sculpted form. This ancient masterpiece reminds us that athletes have always been revered for their physical prowess. In 1924, Eric Liddell sprinted towards victory in the Olympic 400m race, exemplifying unwavering dedication and faith. His triumph serves as a testament to both his athletic abilities and his unyielding spirit. A Gilbert's artwork "The Athlete Wrestling with a Python" captures the metaphorical struggles faced by athletes throughout history. Just like this wrestling match against a formidable opponent, athletes constantly push themselves beyond their limits to achieve greatness. During the intense wrestling match between Dan Gable from USA and Kikuo Wada from Japan at the 1972 Summer Olympics in Munich, Germany, these two competitors showcased not only their technical skills but also their indomitable willpower. England's soccer match in 1966 brought together passionate players who displayed exceptional teamwork and skill on the field. Their dedication to excellence left an everlasting mark on sports history. Jackie Robinson was more than just an outstanding baseball player; he broke barriers as one of America's first African-American major league players. His daring steal home under catcher Andy Seminick's tag symbolized courage amidst racial discrimination. Satchel Paige stands tall among baseball legends for his remarkable talent and perseverance despite facing segregation-era challenges. He proved that true talent knows no boundaries or prejudice.