Historic Horse Racing Events

Black and white images of thrilling horse racing moments showcasing jockeys and horses in fast-paced competition.

Vintage Photograph. Horse Racing at Delaware Park. Frame 1

Famous English jockey Fred Archer on Ormonde. It shows the no-crouch, long stirrup style which appeals to Mr. White. June 20, 1950.

French cotton millionaire Marcel de Boussac, owner of the world's finest collection of stud horses, has added famous American stallion Whirl-away to his string. De Boussac, who has eight stallions alone worth more than £1,000,000, will use Whirlaway three years at his stud at Fresnay le Bugfard, at the southern end of Falaise Gap. July 17, 1950. (Photo by Sport & General Press Agency, Limited).

Jockey, historic photgraph, around 1932

Unidentified man on horseback in field and flagpole , People. Hingham Public Library Glass Slide Collection

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Anefo photo collection. Dramen in Hilversum; Finish of the large jubilee price. In the foreground the winner Quicksilver. November 14, 1965. Hilversum, Utrecht

Carioca, idol of Sydney racegoers, who won The Metropolitan at Randwick recently, is now favorite for the Melbourne Cup, to be run at Flemington on November 3. Naturally, Carioca is well looked after at all times. Pictures at left shows Russell Tebb walking him slowly to Flemington for a track workout. October 17, 1953.

Anefo photo collection. Grand Prix of Low Countries on Duinders. Judy Song with Gustafsson (1st), damarete with Marie (2nd) and Worthy Dean with Cees de Leeuw (3rd). 29 June 1975. Wassenaar, South Holland

Anefo photo collection. Rodeo in Schagen. Horse catcher goes on behind a Frisian stallion. August 20, 1967. Noord-Holland, Schagen

Anefo photo collection. Concours Hippique in Hoofddorp. July 17, 1962. Hoofddorp

Anefo photo collection. Draf championship of the Netherlands on Duindigt. The field on the way to the finish. Left jour de java and right Quicksilver. August 18, 1963. Wassenaar, South Holland

Norbert Nigbur, Schalke goalkeeper and icon of Schalke 04, here on 10. 2. 1972 in Gelsenkirchen, in an interview, as a goalkeeper and trotter, Germany, Europe

Anefo photo collection. Jumping Amsterdam, John Whitacker from England with horse rushreen. November 9, 1980. Amsterdam, Noord-Holland

Lady Godiva in The Flesh (Colored Swim Suit) -- Peeping Toms watch as Lady Godiva, portrayed by London actress Ann Wrigg, rides white horse through main square of Coventry, Eng., during pageant held today in memory of the lady who has become a patroness of the City. A long golden wig covers the actress' brown hair and Miss Wrigg wears what she described as something like a nylon net Bikini swim suit. It wasn't very noticeable, being small and the same color as Miss Wrigg. June 23, 1951. (Photo by AP Wirephoto).

Anefo photo collection. Concours Hippique in Rotterdam. Chef d'équipe from the Spaniards, Captain Amonos receives honorary cup. September 3, 1966. Rotterdam, South Holland

Bronc rider, rodeo, Miles City, Montana 1939. still image. Photographs. The Miriam and Ira D. Wallach Division of Art, Prints and Photographs: Photography Collection

An exciting race.

Vintage Photograph. Greyhound racing Sarasota Kennel Club Sarasota Florida.

Norbert Nigbur, Schalke goalkeeper and icon of Schalke 04, here on 10. 2. 1972 in Gelsenkirchen, in an interview, as a goalkeeper and trotter, Germany, Europe

Anefo photo collection. Concours Hippique in Rotterdam. August 31, 1961. Rotterdam, South Holland

Anefo photo collection. Chio in Rotterdam, the German A. Schockemohle in action. 2 September 1964. Rotterdam, South Holland

Anefo photo collection. Grand Prix of Low Countries. June 26, 1960

Anefo photo collection. Jumping Amsterdam, Anton Ebben from the Netherlands with horse Jumbo design. November 9, 1980. Amsterdam, Noord-Holland

English Derby at Epsom Downs, Extras, Toni Frissell, Antoinette Frissell Bacon, Antoinette Frissell

Anefo photo collection. DrunversInterland Netherlands against Belgium on Duindigt; Third race between the Netherlands and Belgium, right for the Belgian Haematone horse. September 29, 1974. The Hague, the Netherlands

Anefo photo collection. Tote On Duindirms in use. The winner by finish. April 1, 1949

Artist's impression of a fighting finish at Goodwood, described in The Bystander magazine (from where this image is taken) as the most popular and prettiest of meetings, only needing bright summer sun to make it one of the most enjoyable of the Season's functions. Date: 1927

Annual Yearling Parade. Tarien, the Newmarket Handicap favorite, exercising at Flemington today with her race jockey, George Moore, in the saddle. Tarien is "Cardigan's" selection. March 09, 1953.

Green Turf Forsaken For A White HolidayPicture Shows : Pictured Just before leaving Victoria Station, London today are:- Tommy Burns with his dog Chip, Douglas Smith (at rear) and Edgar Britt all Jockeys, off for a holiday out of the Saddle.Off duty from the "green turf of England" a party of Jockeys and racing personalities left Victoria Station, London today (Wednesday) for the white shows of Switzerland where they will enjoy that other "sport of kings" - the thrills of winter sports amid the mountains. December 29, 1948. (Photo by Tom Blau, Camera Press Ltd.).

Anefo photo collection. Chio in Rotterdam: No. 14 H. Schmidt I.A. Nr. 15.16 R. Lombard (Belgium) I.A., No. 17 H. HUCZ (Poland) I.A .. September 5, 1969. Rotterdam, South Holland

Anefo photo collection. Chio, Rotterdam (22nd): H. J. M. Wouters V. D. Oudenweije (Ned.) Won the Grand Prix of Rotterdam: Wouters V. D. Oudenweijer, Action. September 7, 1969. Rotterdam, South Holland

Anefo photo collection. Grand Prix of Low Countries. June 26, 1960

Melbourne Cup Runners.Peshawar. November 02, 1952.

Cowboy on a bucking horse 1888.

Anefo photo collection. Short job championship. September 4, 1947

Anefo photo collection. Algerian "Spahis" in Groningen sports park. Wild gallop. August 28, 1961. Algeria

1930s GROUP OF MEN COWBOYS WITH HORSE GAMBLING PLAYING GAME OF CRAPS ON GROUNDS OF RACETRACK RODEO ARENA

Theodore Roosevelt Jr., the President's oldest son, on horseback jumping a fence as his father watches. May 1907, at the Chevy Chase Club, Maryland (BSLOC_2017_6_85)

Anefo photo collection. International Concours Hippique Rotterdam, Miss Eysvel, Netherlands. September 3, 1953. The Netherlands, Rotterdam

Anefo photo collection. Grand Prix der Lage Landen on Duindigt; Winner Chaime Asserdal with Korpe (Finland). 25 June 1978. Wassenaar, South Holland

Poll photo collection. The royal family at Soestdijk Palace. Prince Bernhard jumps with his horse over an obstacle in the park of the palace. "ca. 1947"}. Baarn, Utrecht (province)

Bulldogging, rodeo, Miles City, Montana 1939. still image. Photographs. The Miriam and Ira D. Wallach Division of Art, Prints and Photographs: Photography Collection

Anefo photo collection. Equestrian sport series. 26 February 1961

05/19/1918. Horse Racing in Madrid. An appearance of the Castellana racecourse during the Ayer festival. In a Circle, HM The Queen (X) Upon Her Arrival.

Grandson Of Man O'WarWar admiral, great grandson of Man O'War, kicks up his heels as he goes to post at Hialeah Park in 1938.War Admiral, one of the most outstanding descendants of Man O'War kicks up his heels as he warms up before a race at Hialeah Park. June 1, 1947. (Photo by Associated Press Photo).

Cowboys at a rodeo, America Date: C. 1910

Anefo photo collection. Jumping Amsterdam, Pia Arts One of the Dutch participants during training. November 26, 1964. Amsterdam, Noord-Holland

Anefo photo collection. DRAVERIES DINING. The winner Berto Kitty 3 years old by J. Wagenaar Jr .. August 4, 1963

Anefo photo collection. International jumping festival Chio Rotterdam. Hugo Simon in Action with Gladstone. August 17, 1980. Rotterdam, South Holland

Anefo photo collection. Prince Bernhard on horseback during the Parade at the Hippique International Official Concour (Chio) in Rotterdam '83. Princes, equestrian sports, competition Hippique, horses, Bernhard (Prince Netherlands). August 20, 1983. Rotterdam, South Holland

Anefo photo collection. 12th International Concours Hippique Jumping A'dam Rai. H. Wouters v.d. Oudeweyer on Abadan in the new England price. October 24, 1969. Amsterdam, Noord-Holland

Anefo photo collection. Concours Hippique in the RAI. October 25, 1962

Anefo photo collection. Jumping Amsterdam, Grand Prix of the Netherlands. October 31, 1971. Amsterdam, Noord-Holland

Anefo photo collection. Chio in Rotterdam. August 30, 1962. Rotterdam, South Holland

Elsevier photo collection. Dutch dressage championship held grounds South Holland hunting club Den Haag. Prince Bernhard second. September 8, 1956. Hague, South Holland

Woody Stephens-thoroughbred horse trainer at Hialeah Race Track.

Anefo photo collection. Premiere stadium game "golden dragon game" with knights (Utrecht) / affected. June 7, 1957. Utrecht

Anefo photo collection. Draverijen to a great price of Amsterdam between Dutch and Belgium on Duindigt; Gunnar Dear is about finish. September 27, 1970. Belgium, the Netherlands

Alec Fullaton with restford an Australia Handle *****. August 07, 1939.

Anefo photo collection. Princess Beatrix and Princess Irene participate in riding races on the Grebbeberg. Princess Beatrix. 19 April 1952. Grebbeberg, Rhenen

Anefo photo collection. Dravers on Mereveld, to Amateur Championship, Winner H. J. Poots receives the silver whip from Chairman G. Joustra. August 8, 1965

Cornfield Clears -- Under the expert guidance of Miss Pat Smythe, novice horse Cornfield clears a jump at the Beaufort Hunt Jumping Show at Badminton yesterday. The snow ends today (Saturday). April 23, 1955. (Photo by Reuter Photo).

Anefo photo collection. Pony football match in Breda. July 31, 1960. Breda

English Derby at Epsom Downs Extras, Toni Frissell, Antoinette Frissell Bacon, Antoinette Frissell

'Chandon', 1911. Artist: Unknown.

Melbourne Cup Home Farm. November 04, 1955. (Photo by The Herald & Weekly Times Ltd.).

English Derby at Epsom Downs Extras, Toni Frissell, Antoinette Frissell Bacon, Antoinette Frissell

Carioca -1, Forest Beau -2, Sledman -3, Kerry Song, Fox Gold. November 21, 1952.

English Derby at Epsom Downs Extras, Toni Frissell, Antoinette Frissell Bacon, Antoinette Frissell

Anefo photo collection. Dravers to "The Golden Whip" on Duindigt. June 14, 1970

Anefo photo collection. Concours Hippique in Amersfoort Participation Irene. 13 June 1953. Amersfoort

Anefo photo collection. Concours Hippique to Dutch championships in Hoofddorp. Spring moments. July 19, 1961. Hoofddorp

Anefo photo collection. Derby at Duindigt, honoring queen of roses and R. wetemans rides. July 22, 1973. Wassenaar, South Holland

Anefo photo collection. unknown . Indoor Concours Hippique in the RAI building in Amsterdam. November 19, 1960. Amsterdam, Noord-Holland

Photograph of Man Giving an Informal Demonstration of a Guard Dog Attack in Front of an Audience.

Anefo photo collection. Concours Hippique in RAI building. The winner of the Grand Prix S. Hayes with Goodbye from Ireland takes obstacle. November 3, 1963

Bucking Bronco. Ned Coy, a famous Dakota cowboy, on a bucking horse. Photograph by John C. Grabill ca. 1888

Segovia. July 1912. Summer vacation of the royal family. The king and the infante Don Alfonso in the polo game on the farm.

Equestrian scene on royal wood fortress Het Loo: Uniformed rider takes obstacle. Part of Lord Brams Photo album, Chief Quarter of Queen Wilhelmina on Royal Hunting Het Loo.

Anefo photo collection. Jumping Amsterdam 1965 in the RAI in Amsterdam. Amazon Westwood during a jump on horse Dark Sovereign. October 24, 1965. Amsterdam, Noord-Holland

Anefo photo collection. Derby for trotters on duinders; Right winner "Irony" in action. August 2, 1970. Wassenaar, South Holland

10/01/1916. The first day of Fall Racing. Justo San Miguel leading his horse "Stanborough", winner of the Omnium race, in Madrid.

Anefo photo collection. Championship of the Netherlands Two-string harness horses demonstration hunting ride through the Veluwe Hunt with Meute. August 15, 1958. The Netherlands

English Derby at Epsom Downs Extras, Toni Frissell, Antoinette Frissell Bacon, Antoinette Frissell

The quarter finals of the Polo County cup at Roehampton in July 1954 with Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh on the left, playing for the Mariners, following E. Lalor of the Henley team. Date: 1954

Madrid, 06/29/1964. Madrid Grand Prix at the Zarzuela racecourse. Paquito Galdeano enters the scales on the back of "Ming", as soon as he has won, while his father carries the bridle.

Carioca -1, Ben Bow -2, Captain Theo -3. October 19, 1952.

Sword Dancer, Arcaro Up, Woodward Stakes by Richard Stone Reeves, 1969, 1919-2005

Anefo photo collection. Jumping Amsterdam, in RAI. November 1, 1970

Sport. first skiers. end 800.

Pat Smythe To visit America And Canada -- Out for her daily exercise in a Cotswold lane near her home at Miserden (Glos) is Miss Pat Smythe mounted on Tosca (right) Accompanying her, mounted on Prince Hal (left) is her groom Miss Pauline Sykes, who will also go on the forthcoming trip to look after the horses. Britain's a leading horsewoman, 24-year-old Pat Smythe is one of a team of three riders being sent to America and Canada by the British show jumping Association this Autumn. In addition to Canadian and American teams, the British rides will also compete against teams representing Italy, Ireland, Mexico, the Argentine and perhaps Spain. September 21, 1953. (Photo by Fox Photos).

English Derby at Epsom Downs, Toni Frissell, Antoinette Frissell Bacon, Antoinette Frissell

'At Exercise', 19th century, (1911). Artist: Unknown.

Mr B. Irish leads in his horse, Papyrus with jockey Steve Donoghue up, following its win in the 1923 Derby at Epsom. For Donoghue it was a third successive win in the race. Date: June 1923

Vintage Photograph. On mount making jump over barrier.

HORSES THOROUGHBRED RACING Calgary Alberta Canada

Winner of the Derby, owned by the Prince of Wales. Date: 1899

Randwick. October 4, 1937.

The racing King Salvator by Prince Charlie, dam Salina by Lexington .

Anefo photo collection. 50 years of existing Brigade Haagse Police, participants while taking obstacles during Cross Country at Duinzigt The Hague. May 29, 1964. The Hague, South Holland

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