Author : Robert B. Johnson
Publisher :
Page : 292 pages
File Size : 48,35 MB
Release : 1871
Category : Rowing
ISBN :
A History of Rowing in America
Robert B. Johnson
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A History of Collegiate Rowing in America
Daniella K. Garran
Author : Daniella K. Garran
Publisher : Schiffer Publishing
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 29,74 MB
Release : 2012
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9780764341823
The spirit of college athletic competition is captured in this history of collegiate rowing in America. Chart the rise in the popularity of rowing from the first collegiate crew founded at Yale University in 1843 to the development of the over 300 programs nationwide today. Relive the prominent races and regattas that various college crews took part in, including the Head of the Charles, the Eastern Sprints, and the Olympics. Interviews with past and present coaches and rowers, as well as 142 beautiful images illustrate the essence of the sport. This nostalgic celebration of the oldest college sport in the country will be a treasured keepsake for all rowers and their families as well as a wonderful resource for historians and sports enthusiasts.
HISTORY OF ROWING IN AMERICA
ROBERT B. JOHNSON
Author : ROBERT B. JOHNSON
Publisher :
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 35,36 MB
Release : 2018
Category :
ISBN : 9781033481295
A History of Rowing in America
Robert B. Johnson
Author : Robert B. Johnson
Publisher : Theclassics.Us
Page : 38 pages
File Size : 36,23 MB
Release : 2013-09
Category :
ISBN : 9781230404073
This historic book may have numerous typos and missing text. Purchasers can usually download a free scanned copy of the original book (without typos) from the publisher. Not indexed. Not illustrated. 1871 edition. Excerpt: ... will not be a single racing shell built for American waters to carry a coxswain. In regard to a race in which all other things are equal, and one crew carries a coxswain, and in the other the bow oarsman steers, "the result," says Com. Benj. F. Brady, "depends upon what kind of coxswain one crew has, and what kind of a bow-oarsman the other.' This is the whole thing in a nutshell, and should be taken into consideration, by those who imagine that the mere fact of a crew not carrying a coxswain will ensure them victory over another which employs one. What Americans claim is, that a bow-oarsman can, with sufficient practice, and there are scores who have it, do his work at the oar and steer the boat as well. This is denied by most Englishmen, who assert the impossibility of a man's "doing two things at one time," as a sufficient reason for understanding why one man cannot fill the two offices, of oarsman and steerer, while they are afraid to test their system with the American, by entering one of their boats with a "worse than useless" against an American boat steered by the bow oar. However, they will ultimately be obliged to adopt this system, as, although many of their oarsmen are obstinate and determined to frown down foreign "innovations," there are many others who are liberal-minded men, disposed to look favorably on anything likely to advance the cause. The eoxswainless boats are to be seen upon almost every boating course in America, and are doubtless familiar sights to every reader of this book. The bow-oarsman has his feet placed against a cross-piece in the bottom of the boat, to which are attached, one on each side, two wire lines, reaching aft through small "eyes" to the rudder, making a miniature "walking-beam" in the boat. By...
A History of Rowing in America
Robert B. Johnson
Author : Robert B. Johnson
Publisher :
Page : 266 pages
File Size : 11,68 MB
Release : 2013-03-07
Category :
ISBN : 9781462268528
Hardcover reprint of the original 1871 edition - beautifully bound in brown cloth covers featuring titles stamped in gold, 8vo - 6x9". No adjustments have been made to the original text, giving readers the full antiquarian experience. For quality purposes, all text and images are printed as black and white. This item is printed on demand. Book Information: Johnson, Robert B. A History Of Rowing In America. Indiana: Repressed Publishing LLC, 2012. Original Publishing: Johnson, Robert B. A History Of Rowing In America, . Milwaukee: Corbitt & Johnson, 1871. Subject: Rowing
A History Of Rowing In America
Johnson Robert B
Author : Johnson Robert B
Publisher : Legare Street Press
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 27,99 MB
Release : 2023-07-18
Category :
ISBN : 9781019398500
From the origins of crew racing in the United States to the modern era of Olympic competition, Robert B. Johnson and William Blaikie trace the rich history of this iconic sport. Featuring profiles of legendary oarsmen and women, along with stunning photographs and artwork, this comprehensive volume is a must-read for rowing enthusiasts of all ages. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
A History of Rowing in America (Classic Reprint)
Robert B. Johnson
Author : Robert B. Johnson
Publisher :
Page : 282 pages
File Size : 11,36 MB
Release : 2015-07-13
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781331306641
Excerpt from A History of Rowing in America About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
The Boys in the Boat (Movie Tie-In)
Daniel James Brown
Author : Daniel James Brown
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 433 pages
File Size : 48,93 MB
Release : 2023-12-05
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 0593512308
The inspiration for the Major Motion Picture Directed by George Clooney—exclusively in theaters December 25, 2023! The #1 New York Times bestselling true story about the American rowing triumph of the 1936 Olympics in Berlin—from the author of Facing the Mountain For readers of Unbroken, out of the depths of the Depression comes an irresistible story about beating the odds and finding hope in the most desperate of times—the improbable, intimate account of how nine working-class boys from the American West showed the world at the 1936 Olympics in Berlin what true grit really meant. It was an unlikely quest from the start. With a team composed of the sons of loggers, shipyard workers, and farmers, the University of Washington’s eight-oar crew team was never expected to defeat the elite teams of the East Coast and Great Britain, yet they did, going on to shock the world by defeating the German team rowing for Adolf Hitler. The emotional heart of the tale lies with Joe Rantz, a teenager without family or prospects, who rows not only to regain his shattered self-regard but also to find a real place for himself in the world. Drawing on the boys’ own journals and vivid memories of a once-in-a-lifetime shared dream, Brown has created an unforgettable portrait of an era, a celebration of a remarkable achievement, and a chronicle of one extraordinary young man’s personal quest.
A History of Rowing in America [microform]
Robert B Johnson
Author : Robert B Johnson
Publisher : Legare Street Press
Page : 294 pages
File Size : 23,97 MB
Release : 2021-09-10
Category :
ISBN : 9781015097742
This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. To ensure a quality reading experience, this work has been proofread and republished using a format that seamlessly blends the original graphical elements with text in an easy-to-read typeface. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
The Rise of Cornell Rowing 1871-1920
Eric R. Langstedt
Author : Eric R. Langstedt
Publisher : St. Magnus Press
Page : 324 pages
File Size : 45,97 MB
Release : 2012-10-01
Category :
ISBN : 9780578112305
Covering the period when rowing reached its height of popularity as a spectator sport, The Rise of Cornell Rowing 1871-1920 offers the reader perspective on the formative years of intercollegiate rowing in America. Readers are transported to a time when race enthusiasts would walk four miles to watch regattas on Saratoga Lake, or wait in long lines to board observation trains in Poughkeepsie. While their success during this era focused attention on Cornel, the championship victories of Pennsylvania, Columbia, Syracuse, Yale, Wisconsin, Princeton, and Bowdoin are detailed for rowing history enthusiasts.