This is an authentic, original silver gelatin press photograph captured at the Opening Ceremony of the XIV Summer Olympic Games at Wembley Stadium, London, on July 29, 1948. The historic image shows British track athlete and decorated Royal Air Force Wing Commander Donald Finlay standing at the podium taking the Olympic Oath on behalf of all competing athletes.
Back Details and Authenticity: The back of the photograph features its original, intact paper caption sheet distributed on the day of the event by the Olympic Photo Association. It is designated as photograph number TP 9. Lifting the paper flap reveals the official purple ink stamp for the Olympic Photo Association 1948, located at 96 Farringdon Street, London, which details reproduction fee rights and features their historic Central 8982 phone exchange number.
Condition Report: This vintage item is in good structural condition for a media artifact of its age. The photo shows light, natural silvering and minor age-related toning, which is typical for true mid-century photographic prints. The paper caption sheet is fully legible and securely attached at the upper edge. Please review the high-resolution images provided to inspect the exact edges, corners, and surface conditions.
Item SpecificationsEvent: 1948 London Summer Olympic GamesSubject: Wing Commander Donald Osborne Finlay taking the Olympic OathLocation: Wembley Empire Stadium, London, EnglandAgency: Olympic Photo Association (OPA) Artifact Type: Original Vintage Gelatin Silver Press Photo. This rare piece of sports and military history makes an exceptional addition to any Olympic memorabilia, track and field, or World War II RAF collection.

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