Historical information

Photos of a ceremony and wreath laying at the Shrine of Remembrance in Melbourne. It was part of the Golden Jubilee 50 year celebrations in 1973.
Two photos show wreaths being laid at the base of the Cenotaph, one of these is by President Geoff Handbury. The a close up of the Geoff Handbury standing with Sir Edmund Herring, Lieutenant-General of Victoria, with the Shrine in the background. Another of the same two men beside other Legatees preparing to march behind a military band (see also 00479). It is possible this is the same event when an Olive Tree of Peace was planted in the western lawn of the Shrine.
Photos came from an envelope marked P1 Federal Conference 1973 / 50 Year anniversary

Significance

A record of a ceremony to mark the 50th year of Legacy.

Physical description

Black and white photo x 4 of a wreath laying at the Cenotaph.

Inscriptions & markings

All stamped "This Photograph is the compliments of the Ministry of Tourism, Government of Victoria. Please acknowledge Michael Cheshire" in grey ink.
00478.2 Has '1973 President L/- Geoff Handbury' handwritten in blue ink