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Masters Golf Tournament

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@ Atlanta History Center

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View of an unidentified golfer and his caddie in front of the Clubhouse at the Masters Golf Tournament in Augusta Georgia.The Masters Tournament, originally called the "Augusta National Invitation Tournament" was founded in 1934 in part by Bobby Jones. The name was changed in 1939 to its current title. The tournament is a 72 hole golf tournament held over 4 days, the winner receives a cash reward and the "green jacket" which is the official coat worn by members of the Augusta National while on club grounds.

Record Contributed By

Atlanta History Center

Record Harvested From

Digital Library of Georgia