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Black and white photograph of horse racing with jockeys competing at racecourse, circa 1940s-1960s

Black and white photograph of horse racing with jockeys competing at racecourse, circa 1940s-1960s

This vintage black and white photograph captures an intense moment during a horse race, showing multiple jockeys in racing silks competing closely together on the track. The image appears to be from the 1940s-1960s era and may document Sir Freddie Laker's early interests or investments in horse racing before his aviation career took prominence. The photograph shows the competitive spirit that would later characterize Laker's approach to the airline industry.

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