1938 Galloping Ghosts team jacket
Card Description
This 1938 crested woolen team jacket (with letter of authenticity) was worn by Charles Schrum of the Galloping Ghosts. Fred Dufton was the founder and main force behind the establishment of the team
Type Of Object
Vintage
1938
Team or Principal Name
Sport Type
Sport League
Sport Level
Accession Number
2017.001.002
The Cobourg Galloping Ghosts are the most famous team in Cobourg sports history. Managed by Fred Dufton, the Ghosts won eight Ontario championships, five after World War II. They were Canadian Dominion champions in 1946, 1948 and 1950. They were the first team in Canada to wear aluminum cleats and the second to wear white uniforms.
