Robert Tyre Jones Jr Collection

Augusta National Golf Club House, 1943. Augusta National Golf Club was founded by Bobby Jones (1902-1971) and Clifford Roberts (1894-1977) on the site of the former Fruitland (later Fruitlands)

Augusta National Golf Club House, c1935. Augusta National Golf Club was founded by Bobby Jones (1902-1971) and Clifford Roberts (1894-1977) on the site of the former Fruitland (later Fruitlands)

Bobby Jones playing golf at the Shenvalee Hotel, Virginia, USA, 1930. Watched by a large and enthusiastic crowd, Jones, the foremost golfer of the period, plays a shot

Bobby Jones on Golf, 1930
Bobby Jones on Golf, 1926. First edition of a book by Bobby Jones, the American golfer. In the space of 8 years beginning in 1922, Jones achieved enormous success in championship golf

Golf Guide 1931, featuring Bobby Jones, American, 1931. The cover shows Jones surrounded by the four Grand Slam trophies he had won in 1930, the year before

Bobby Jones and fellow golfer, c1920s

Bobby Jones as a boy, c1910. He would later become the first ever Grand Slam tournament winner in 1930

Bobby Jones teeing off, c1920s

Illustration of golfing techniques, American, c1920s. Features Bobby Jones, Grand Slam winner of 1930, and Macdonald Smith

Two Great Ones Who Fail - Bobby Jones and Roger Wethered, c1920s
Two Great Ones who fail - Bobby Jones and Roger Wethered, two wonderful golfers who have never won a national event. Wethered has never won an Open tournament. c1920s

Poster marking the opening of the Bobby Jones course at Augusta, 1933
Poster marking the opening of the Bobby Jones course at Augusta, 13 January 1933. Jones (1902-72) is often said to be the best golfer of all time

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Robert Tyre Jones Jr. , known affectionately as Bobby Jones, was a legendary figure in the world of golf. Born in 1902, he displayed an extraordinary talent for the sport from a young age. As a boy in the early 1910s, Bobby already showed promise on the greens and fairways. Little did anyone know that this young prodigy would go on to become one of the greatest golfers of all time. In his teenage years during the 1920s, Bobby honed his skills and developed into a formidable player. His dedication and passion for golf were evident as he teed off with confidence alongside fellow golfers who admired his talent. The illustrations depicting various techniques showcased his mastery over every aspect of the game. By 1930, Bobby's fame had spread far beyond American shores. He played at prestigious venues like Augusta National Golf Club House and even ventured to Virginia's Shenvalee Hotel to exhibit his exceptional abilities on international soil. It was during this time that "Bobby Jones on Golf" was published—a testament to his expertise and influence within the sport. As years passed, Bobby continued to leave an indelible mark on golfing history. In 1931, he graced the cover of Golf Guide magazine—an honor reserved only for those who had achieved greatness in their field. Two years later, Augusta National paid tribute to him by opening its very own course named after him—a testament to his enduring legacy. Despite all these accomplishments, what truly set Bobby apart was not just his skill but also his sportsmanship and humility both on and off the course. Even when faced with failure or challenges—like depicted in "Two Great Ones Who Fail"—he remained gracious and determined. Today, we remember Robert Tyre Jones Jr. , not only as one of golf's finest players but also as an embodiment of integrity and grace within a fiercely competitive sport.