British relay team, Portland, 1920

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British relay team, Portland, 1920

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The British team from the HMS Calcutta won first place in the relay competition during the Portland Centennial celebrations held between June 30 - July 5, 1920.

The Calcutta was visiting Portland specially for the celebration. Other sporting events included tug-of-war, baseball, whaleboat races and soccer.

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About This Item

  • Title: British relay team, Portland, 1920
  • Creation Date: 1920
  • Subject Date: 1920
  • Location: Portland, Cumberland County, ME
  • Media: Glass Negative
  • Dimensions: 12.7 cm x 17.8 cm
  • Local Code: Coll. 1949, 2005.061.2911
  • Collection: Portland Press Herald glass negative collection
  • Object Type: Image

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