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6000 girls at Sokol Sports at Prague, Austria, 1912. Creator: Bain News Service
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6000 girls at Sokol Sports at Prague, Austria, 1912. Creator: Bain News Service
6000 girls at Sokol Sports at Prague, Austria, 1912. Shows young women standing in formation, probably during the 6th Sokol Slet (gymnastic festival) held in 1912 in Prague (then part of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, now located in the Czech Republic)
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Austro Hungarian Empire Czech Czechoslovakia Czechoslovakian Display Formation George Grantham Bain Gymnastics Prague Stredocesky Czech Republic Bain George Graham Bain News Service George Graham Bain Press Photography
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**A Sea of Female Strength: "6000 Girls at Sokol Sports" (1912)**
This remarkable photograph captures a pivotal moment in history - the 6th Sokol Slet, held in Prague, Austria-Hungarian Empire (now Czech Republic) in 1912. The image shows over 6,000 young women standing together in formation, their faces aglow with determination and camaraderie. This mass gathering of female gymnasts is a testament to the power of physical education and community bonding.
The Sokol movement was founded on the principles of promoting health, fitness, and national pride through sports and cultural activities. As seen here, this event brought together thousands of women from across Austria-Hungary (now Czechoslovakia) to celebrate their shared passion for gymnastics.
This photograph is a stunning representation of female strength in numbers - an era-defining moment when women were beginning to assert themselves in public spaces. The image also highlights the significance of physical education as a means for social change and empowerment, particularly during this period of rapid modernization and industrialization.
The photographer, George Grantham Bain (of the renowned news agency Bain News Service), has captured not only an impressive display of athleticism but also a sense of unity and purpose. This historic image serves as a powerful reminder that women's participation in sports can be both empowering and transformative - paving the way for future generations to follow their passions, challenge societal norms, and break down barriers.
**Credit:** Bain News Service / Heritage Images
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