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Founding of the Lady Margaret Boat Club

When
1825
Where
St John's College, Cambridge
Part of
Lady Margaret Boat Club founded at St John's College, Cambridge

Twelve members of St John's College founded the Lady Margaret Boat Club in 1825, establishing it as the first college boat club in Cambridge.

The club was founded in 1825 by twelve members of St John's College. It is recognized as the first college boat club in Cambridge. The club's motto, 'Si je puis', has been in use since 1825. The club is named after Lady Margaret Beaufort, the founder of the college.

Sources

  1. Lady Margaret Boat Club Wikipedia, revision of 2026-06-21

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