Lifestyle 25 Historical Photos and the Story Behind Them Share Tweet Share Share Email Comments Kathrine Switzer was the first woman to complete the Boston Marathon back in 1967. This picture was taken when the organizers trying to stop her from competing, as the race was for men only. Pages: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 Related Items:Featured, historical moments, history, photographs, stories Share Tweet Share Share Email