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Woman wins first race at Brooklands meeting. The Brooklands Automobile Racing
Woman wins first race at Brooklands meeting.
The Brooklands Automobile Racing Clubs International Meeting, which was postponed from Easter Monday because of the bad weather, was held at Brooklands, Surrey, today ( Saturday ).
Photo shows, cheers for Mrs G Briggs who drove her husbands Riley to victory in the First Easter Short Handicap.
18 April 1936
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In this photo print, we are transported back to a momentous day in history - the first race at Brooklands meeting. The atmosphere is electric as the Brooklands Automobile Racing Clubs International Meeting finally commences after being postponed due to inclement weather. It is Saturday, April 18th, 1936. Amidst the roaring crowd, our attention is drawn towards a remarkable woman who has just achieved an extraordinary feat. Mrs G Briggs stands triumphantly beside her husband's Riley car, basking in the cheers and adulation of onlookers. She has emerged victorious in the First Easter Short Handicap race. This image captures not only a groundbreaking moment for women in motorsports but also showcases their indomitable spirit during an era marked by social change and progress between two devastating wars. The monochrome aesthetic adds a timeless quality to this photograph while emphasizing its historical significance. Preserved by Europeana photography and Planet News, it serves as a visual testament to the resilience and determination of individuals like Mrs G Briggs who defied societal norms to pursue their passions. As we gaze upon this snapshot from the thirties, we are reminded of how far we have come since then - celebrating gender equality and recognizing women's achievements across all fields. This press photograph from TopFoto. co. uk encapsulates an unforgettable moment that will forever be etched in racing history.
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