In This Photo evasive action is countered by placement of a wicket - and placement of a mallet nearly on someone's head. First all-MIT game of "fierce croquet" was played in the Great Court. When confused spectators asked who won, the answer was "Croquet".

Digital Commonwealth — Boston Public Library

In This Photo evasive action is countered by placement of a wicket - and placement of a mallet nearly on someone's head. First all-MIT game of "fierce croquet" was played in the Great Court. When confused spectators asked who won, the answer was "Croquet".

[ca. May 1956]

RightsCC0 — Public Domain

CollectionDigital Commonwealth — Boston Public Library

[Information from item housing] Sports: Croquet

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