National Rifle Association: Wimbledon Common
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| Partial / Incomplete Date | c.1870 |
|---|---|
| Area | Wimbledon Village |
| Copyright 1 | J S & Co |
| Picture Reference | Wim_Sport_3-14 |
| Original Format | Sketch |
| Notes / History | "Life in Camp" A regular "home from home" for visitors to the National Rifle Championships. Many riflemen visited the annual competition, complete with their wives, children and domestic servants. Having gained Royal approval, the event drew huge crowds and became a key event in the Victorian social calendar. |
