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THE FIRST FOUR MINUTE MILE 1954 OFFICIAL PROGRAMME

THE FIRST FOUR MINUTE MILE 1954 OFFICIAL PROGRAMME

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Original programme for the athletics meeting between the Oxford University Athletics Club and the A.A.A. , held at Iffley Road Athletic Ground on May 6th, 1954. The occasion is, of course, famous for Roger Bannister breaking the 4 minute barrier for the mile, the first time that this feat was achieved.

Single folded card. 21 x 13cm. All results have been recorded neatly in ink and a caption written to the front. Some contemporary Press cuttings have been slipped in. Good condition.

Date
1954

£400.00 (Code: 76559)

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