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This dramatic action shot won Boris the Canadian Press picture of the year award in 1979
This dramatic action shot won Boris the Canadian Press picture of the year award in 1979

This dramatic action shot won Boris the Canadian Press picture of the year award in 1979

Date8/13/1979
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  • This dramatic action shot won Boris the Canadian Press picture of the year award in 1979
  • This dramatic action shot won Boris the Canadian Press picture of the year award in 1979
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Original Toronto Star caption: This dramatic action shot won Boris the Canadian Press picture of the year award in 1979
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Photographs
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ProvenanceFrom the Toronto Star Archives
CollectionToronto Star Photograph Archive
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Copyright HolderToronto Star (Firm)
Call Number / Accession NumberTSPA_0010836F
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