Historical information

Speech recorded to promote Melbourne Legacy in 1975 by His Royal Highness, Prince Charles, The Prince of Wales. It was a broadcast to be played at the start of Legacy Week in 1975.

Significance

A record of a member of the Royal family helping to launch Legacy Week. It shows the high regard Legacy is held in that the Royal family endorse its work.

Physical description

A recording of a message from the Prince of Wales on magnetic tape on a plastic spool in a cardboard box.

Inscriptions & markings

Please note: This message must not be broadcast before 6.00 P.M. (Melbourne time) on Sunday, 31st August, 1975.