Identity area
Reference code
Title
Date(s)
- c. 1960s (Creation)
Level of description
Extent and medium
1 shirt
Context area
Name of creator
Administrative history
The Royal Technical College Athletic Club was formed in 1921, as part of the Royal Technical College Students' Representative Council. In 1929, it became a separate body with a separate constitution, but still submitted its budgets to the Students' Representative Council. In 1990, the Club was renamed the University of Strathclyde Sports Union.
The Club set up facilities for many sports including rugby, hockey, football, golf, cricket, boxing, fencing, badminton, table tennis, sailing, basketball and swimming.
Archival history
This shirt belonged to Laurence Stewart, who studied Mechanical Engineering at the University of Strathclyde from 1973-1977 and was a member of the Athletic Club. He represented the University in the high jump event at Scottish Inter-University competitions. At some point during his studies, he was given the shirt, which he wore while competing in 1976 and 1977.
Immediate source of acquisition or transfer
Donated by Laurence Stewart.
Content and structure area
Scope and content
Short-sleeved T-shirt in maroon cotton fabric, with a broad blue stripe across the chest, flanked by two narrower yellow stripes. A fabric badge embroidered with the Royal College of Science and Technology crest and motto, 'Mente et Manu', is attached above the stripes on the left hand side.
Appraisal, destruction and scheduling
Accruals
System of arrangement
Conditions of access and use area
Conditions governing access
Open
Conditions governing reproduction
Language of material
- Latin
Script of material
Language and script notes
Physical characteristics and technical requirements
The shirt has faded with washing and wear and is peppered with small tears and holes, some of which have been stitched up. There is a 100 mm long tear to the back of the neck and some staining above the fabric badge.