Object Detail
Object Name
breeches
Description
Charles "Wag" Harding's Doggett's breeches.
Red felted wool breeches awarded to Charles Harding for winning the Doggets Race in 1888. The Doggetts Race has been rowed every year since 1715 between London Bridge and Cadogan Pier, Chelsea in London. The race was begun by Thomas Doggett to commemorate the coronation of King George I.
Red felted wool breeches awarded to Charles Harding for winning the Doggets Race in 1888. The Doggetts Race has been rowed every year since 1715 between London Bridge and Cadogan Pier, Chelsea in London. The race was begun by Thomas Doggett to commemorate the coronation of King George I.
Accession No
1996.73.11
Collection
Rowing
Associated Date
1888
Associated Period
19th century
Associated Event
Doggetts Coat & Badge Race 1888, The
Date
1888