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Australian Ladies Pipe Band - World Tour
Australian Ladies Pipe Band - World Tour - souvenir of the visit of the band under Drum-Major William Darwin F.R.G.S. and Pipe-Major Jessie Young. Allegedly formed after WW1 for ladies who were half orphans from New South Wales, Australia. In the 1920s it was very rare for women to play the bagpipes Date: circa 1926
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© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Attire Australian Bagpipe Bagpipes Band Darwin Drum Drummers Drums Jessie Major Orphan Orphaned Orphans Pipe Pipes Scots Souvenir 1925 1926
12"x8" (30x20cm) Photo Print
Introducing the Australian Ladies Pipe Band "World Tour" photograph from the Media Storehouse range of high-quality printed memorabilia. Captured by Mary Evans Prints Online, this evocative image immortalizes the visit of this esteemed band, led by Drum-Major William Darwin (F.R.G.S.) and Pipe-Major Jessie Young, during their global tour. Relive the excitement and spirit of the performance through this beautiful, professionally printed photograph. Preserve your cherished memories in a tangible form with our premium print options, perfect for displaying in your home or office.
Printed on archival quality paper for unrivalled stable artwork permanence and brilliant colour reproduction with accurate colour rendition and smooth tones. Printed on professional 234gsm Fujifilm Crystal Archive DP II paper. 12x8 for landscape images, 8x12 for portrait images.
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Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 20.3cm (12" x 8")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This postcard commemorates the Australian Ladies Pipe Band's World Tour in the late 1920s, featuring Drum-Major William Darwin, F.R.G.S., and Pipe-Major Jessie Young. Established in the aftermath of World War I, the band was formed to provide musical opportunities for young women in New South Wales, Australia, who had lost one or both parents. In the 1920s, it was an extraordinary rarity for women to engage in pipe band activities, making this group a trailblazing ensemble. The Australian Ladies Pipe Band donned traditional Scottish attire, including kilts and sporrans, as they paid homage to their Scottish heritage. The band's unique history is depicted in this image, with the members proudly showcasing their bagpipes and drums. Drum-Major William Darwin, a fellow of the Royal Geographical Society, leads the group with an air of authority, while Pipe-Major Jessie Young stands confidently beside him. The band's visit to the international stage during the 1920s was a significant achievement for these women, who defied societal norms and embraced their passion for music. This postcard serves as a testament to their courage and determination, offering a glimpse into a fascinating moment in history when gender roles were being challenged and redefined.
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