Historical information

Boys classes were held each Friday night in nine various locations around Melbourne. It gave the opportunity for Junior Legatees to meet and be involved with activities they may have missed out on due to the death of their fathers. Legacy clubs ran classes for junior legatees for many years. It was part of providing for the children of their deceased comrades. Activities included basketball competitions, gymnastics, boxing, judo and swimming lessons. There were annual sports days when groups came together for friendly competition.
Estimated date of 1970s.

Significance

A record of the type of activities Legacy provided for the Junior Legatees.

Physical description

Black and white photo printed on cardboard of boys playing with medicine balls at a sports day.

Inscriptions & markings

Stamped in purple ink 'The Property of Melbourne Legacy'.