Historical information

Escort for Major General Sir Winston Dugan on his arrival in Melbourne to take up the post of Governor of Victoria. The Escort comprised Lieutenant HG Fyffe, Sergeant C Thorburn, Trumpeter G Pyle and 12 troopers all drawn from the Tocumwal Troop of the 20th Light Horse Regiment.

Significance

Historical photograph of Vice Regal escort drawn from Light Horse Regiment. It is well provenanced, and in good condition. Possibly the last mounted escort in Victoria drawn from serving military.

Physical description

Black and white photograph of group of light horsemen in single rank with lances and pennants.

Inscriptions & markings

Labelled "Vice Regal Escort at Government House Melbourne 17/7/1939"