Sports & Recreation

Inauguration of Henley Royal Regatta

The first Henley Royal Regatta took place in Henley-on-Thames, England, featuring various rowing events that brought competitors from different rowing clubs to compete on the River Thames. The regatta was founded to promote boat racing and exemplified a growing interest in competitive sports during the Victorian era. Its establishment marked a significant moment in the evolution of rowing as a leading competitive sport. Participants competed under newly established rules and standards, setting a benchmark for future regattas.

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