Historical information

Russell Mockridge b1928 d1958 was described 'as the greatest cyclist of all time'. The list of his achievements in this framed photograph indicates just how successful he was on the international cycling stage.

Significance

Russell Mockridge achieved international notoriety as a cyclist from the mid 1940s until his death in 1958, representing Australia in the Olympic games, the Commonwealth Games, The Tour de France and other international high profile cycling events.

Physical description

Framed photo of listed achievements of Russell Mockridge. This shows printed information together with dates of placings in World events. The printing is in black on white paper, mounted on grey paper and framed in a black frame.

Inscriptions & markings

"Russell Mockridge/GACC 1946-1953/GWCC 1953-1958.