• Short Summary

    Champion runner Thomas Hampson shows us his technique on the running track.

  • Description

    Titles read: "Secrets of Running - Disclosed by our camera and Thomas Hampson - British Empire 880 yds Champion (etc.)".

    Location of events unknown.

    Various shots of champion runner Thomas Hampson on a running track. He shows us the spikes on the sole of his running shoes. We see him warming up and demonstrating his running posture on the spot and in action. Various shots in normal speed and slow motion show Hampson's skill and technique. Final shot in slow motion of Hampson crossing the finishing line ahead of another runner.

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  • Data

    Film ID:
    1096.16
    Media URN:
    38230
    Group:
    Pathetones
    Archive:
    British Pathé
    Issue Date:
    30/04/1934
    Sound:
    Sound
    HD Format:
    Available on request
    Stock:
    Black & White
    Duration:
    00:02:23:00
    Time in/Out:
    01:37:54:00 / 01:40:17:00
    Canister:
    PT 214

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