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Photograph 009910 Second World War, 1939-1945WINNERS OF THE MARCH PAST AT THE GAZA BEACH SURF LIFESAVING CARNIVAL, MEMBERS OF THE 2/1ST MACHINE GUN BATTALION, ON THE SAND WITH THEIR FLAG. (NEGATIVE BY G. SILK).
Surf carnival March Past trophy : 2/1 Machine Gun Battalion, AIF Accession Number: REL/21752.001
Description
Trophy cup made from silver plated brass with two looped handles attached to either side. Engraved on the front are the words 'A.I.F. SURF CARNIVAL 21.9.41 FIRST PRIZE MARCH PAST'. Engraved on the back is 'WINNERS 2/1 AUST.M.G.BN.'.
Contextual Description
This trophy, for the March Past competition, was won by the 2/1 Australian Machine Gun Battalion at a surf carnival held at Gaza beach on 21 September 1941. Whilst serving in Palestine the men of the battalion were proud of their reputation on the sports field. Apart from having fine boxers the unit had a strong hockey team. The battalion's rugby league side had also enjoyed success in England where they won every match they played. The strong surf life saving team won four events at the Gaza carnival including the March Past and two Rescue and Resuscitation events. The trophies were presented to the battalion by Lady Blamey, wife of the Australian commander. One of the team members, Private Arthur Ford, also won the Sack Race that day.
Details
Accession Number
REL/21752.001
Maker
Unknown
Classification
Heraldry
Object Type
Heraldry
Physical Description
Material: Silver-plated brass
Measurement
Overall: 158 mm height x 154 mm width x 70 mm depth
Date Made
c 1941
Place Made
Whole/Part
Whole
Item Count
1
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