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Boy scouts band, Ponsonby, Auckland, New Zealand
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Boy scouts band, Ponsonby, Auckland, New Zealand
Group photo of the boy scouts of the Ponsonby Drum and Fife Band, affiliated with the Ponsonby No. 1 Troop of Auckland City, New Zealand. They won a competition with a five quickstep selection. Date: early 20th century
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This evocative group photograph captures the Ponsonby Drum and Fife Band, an esteemed ensemble affiliated with the Ponsonby No. 1 Troop of the Auckland City Boy Scouts in New Zealand. Dating back to the early 20th century, this dynamic group of young boys proudly display their hard-won achievement after triumphing in a competitive quickstep selection. Clad in their distinctive Scout uniforms, the boys exude a sense of camaraderie and pride as they showcase their musical prowess. The Drum and Fife Band was a cherished part of the Scouting movement in Ponsonby, Auckland City, and their mastery of various musical instruments, including drums, fifes, and cymbals, was a source of great pride for the community. The boys' faces reflect the excitement and joy of their victory, their eyes shining with the thrill of competition and the satisfaction of a job well done. The wooden drums, brass fifes, and gleaming cymbals add to the historical charm of the image, transporting us back in time to an era when music and Scouting went hand in hand. The band's banner and flag proudly display their troop number and the city of Auckland, further emphasizing their connection to the Scouting movement and their place in New Zealand's rich history. This photograph is a testament to the enduring spirit of the Boy Scouts and their commitment to music, friendship, and personal growth.
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