Historical information

Photograph of Alf Argent, who was President of Melbourne Legacy in 1988. It is a professional photo taken for use in publications during his term as president. From a piece in the 1987 Annual Report which introduces him: "Alfred Argent, born in Lang Lang 1927 comes to the Presidency of Melbourne Legacy with a unique service record. At 18 he enlisted in the A.I.F. He was discharged to enter Duntroon, was commissioned and served in Japan, Korea, the UK, Malaya, Borneo, Vietnam, and the United States. He then joined the Public Service and served in the Antarctic Division, Public Services Board and the Bureau of Air Safety Investigation. Currently he is a part-time member of the Administrative Appeals Tribunal."
It was in a folio of photos from 1988 and 1989 (see also 001042 to 01049)

Significance

A record of the past presidents of Melbourne Legacy.

Physical description

Black and white photo of President Alf Argent.

Inscriptions & markings

Pencil on the back 'Alf Argent'.