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Australian Lifeguards in Training - Dee Why Beach, NSW

Australian Lifeguards in Training - Dee Why Beach, NSW, Australia. Date: circa 1932

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Media ID 14381833

© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection

1932 Australian Cable Feb16 Jogging Lifeguards Outfits Running Stepping Trains Uniforms

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Standard Size Mouse Pad 7.75" x 9..25". High density Neoprene w linen surface. Easy to clean, stain resistant finish. Rounded corners.

Archive quality photographic print in a durable wipe clean mouse mat with non slip backing. Works with all computer mice

Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 23.7cm x 15.2cm (9.3" x 6")

Estimated Product Size is 23.7cm x 20.2cm (9.3" x 8")

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate

Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.

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EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures a group of Australian lifeguard trainees in action at Dee Why Beach in New South Wales, Australia, circa 1932. The trainees, dressed in their distinctive uniforms, are seen engaged in various aspects of their rigorous training regimen. Some are seen jogging along the sand, while others are shown carrying flags or cables, preparing for rescues. The high vantage point of the image offers a bird's eye view of the scene, allowing us to appreciate the scale of the training camp and the vast expanse of the beach. The 1930s were a pivotal time for Australian lifeguarding, as the profession became increasingly organized and formalized. Lifeguard services were established at many beaches around the country, and training programs like this one at Dee Why Beach played a crucial role in preparing young men for the demands of the job. The lifeguards' uniforms, with their red and yellow caps and shorts, are reminiscent of the iconic Australian surf lifesaving culture that continues to thrive today. This image offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when the Australian beach experience was a little more rugged and raw. The determination and focus of the trainees in this photograph serve as a reminder of the important role that lifeguards play in keeping us safe at the beach, and the vital importance of training and preparation.

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