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TROUP, James McGregor (1939-2021)

TROUP, James McGregor (1939-2021)

Pegasus December 1957

Pegasus December 1957


James ‘Sandy’ Troup was born in 1939 to William, a grazier, and Janet McGregor. Sandy was enrolled at Geelong College from 1954 in Form IVB to 1957 in Form VI. Starting in the 7th VIII rowing crew in 1955, Sandy was in the 4th VIII in 1957. He also captained the 4th XVIII football team in 1957 and was involved in the cadets.

Sandy went on to work the land as a sheep farmer. He was married to Jeanette and they had three children.

Sandy passed away 13 January 2021, aged 81 years.


Sources: Herald Sun 16 January 2021, Pegasus, OGC 1953.
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