For the next few months we are concentrating on the South East Metropolitan Sub Branches of the League. Our first scheduled visit is to the Armadale Sub Branch which was chartered on the 22/10/1919.
We have a bit of information on Armadale, having done some research on Trove. What we do know is that in 1935 the sub branch opened its club rooms, the construction of the facilities marked a rejuvenation in the community after the depression with the focus being investment in construction to. The sub branch also actively sought funding for amelioration hosting a gymkhana in 1940 which included a programme of mounted, pedestrian and cycle events. Opened by the Governor Sir James Mitchell the event finished with a Ball which was open to all members of the community.
If anyone has any stories or pictures they would like to share then please do contact us at ANZAC House. The current schedule for visits to sub branches is available on the blog.
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