Gang-gang 100 years ago: Overcoated soldiers 'melt' in Melbourne's heat

By Ian Warden
Updated April 23 2018 - 11:25pm, first published September 30 2015 - 9:06pm

"Profusely perspiring soldiers will be a common sight in the streets now that the weather is warmer," Melbourne Punch columnist "Clio" alerted her adoring readers 100 years ago this week.

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