Historical information

In 1920 the Prince of Wales embarked on a journey to Australia on behalf of his father, King George V. While the visit was intended to strengthen the relationship between Australia and the Empire, the main objective was to offer thanks to the Australian men and women for the sacrifices and contributions that they had made during World War I. The Royal Tour began in April 1920 and covered 110 cities and towns across the country. The Prince spent eleven days in New South Wales, nine days in Victoria, four days in Tasmania, eleven days in Western Australia, six days in South Australia and eight days in Queensland.
On Saturday 5 June 1920, following a morning at the races in Flemington, the Prince spent the afternoon at ANZAC Hostel in Brighton, where he chatted to wounded soldiers and, according to the newspaper reports at the time, "won the hearts of all present."

Physical description

His Royal Highness the Prince of Wales came to the City of Brighton on 5 June 1920 where he visited soldiers at Anzac Hostel. Mr J.H. Taylor, Town Clerk on the left, HRH Prince of Wales in the centre, and Cr. Thomas Wilson, Mayor of Brighton, in ceremonial robes on the right.