ProvenanceAlbyn Harry (Cocky) Stephens was a member of the Port Adelaide Amateur Swimming Club. Cocky Stephenson won the event in 1943.SignificanceThe photograph is significant for its association with The Swim Through the Port. The amateur swimming event was established in 1923 and soon became one of the state’s most prestigious long-distance swims. The gruelling 2.5km course began at the Commercial Rd ferry steps and finished in the Portland Canal. The swim was stopped in the mid-1960s because of poor water quality. Albyn Harry (Cocky) Stephens was a member of the Port Adelaide Amateur Swimming Club. Stephenson won the event in 1943 aged about 15 years. The race was open to all swimmers and had a staggered start or handicap. The photograph demonstrates the history of the event which regularly featured teenage and female winners.DescriptionBlack and white photograph captures Albyn Harry (Cocky) Stephens aged about 15 years posing with his swimming trophies. Two of the trophies depicted are the Ozone Cup and the Viceroy Tea Trophy, both awarded for the long distance Swim Through the Port.Creator (person)Creator (organisation)AcknowledgementKeywordsAwardsphotographsSportswimmingDate of Creation1943Date of UsageBetween 1st January 1925 and 31st December 1935MaterialPaper. Accession NumberHT 1987.2937
