Historical information

This wallet was given to George Langley from the Warrnambool High School ex students in 1940. George Furner Langley 1891-1971 was Principal of Warrnambool High School from 1921 to 1940.He served with distinction in World War One and World War Two and became the Principal of Melbourne High School.

Significance

This wallet is of some interest as a memento of a prominent Principal of Warrnambool High School - Colonel George Langley.

Physical description

This is a brown kangaroo leather folding wallet with several pockets, a pencil holder, a metal clip on the front and a small metal plaque with an inscription. It is lined with corded material.

Inscriptions & markings

G.F. Langley in Appreciation 18-5-40 Warrnambool High School Ex Students Stg 115