An Original and Important letter from Ron Barassi. On letterhead dated 28th April, 1965, Carlton F.C. Princes Park, Parkville. Barassi responds to letter from a football fan who has clearly questioned his integrity in moving from Melbourne to Carlton, '...I fully realize the debt i owe to Melbourne, and the wonderful years they have given me, and if I do succeed in coaching, it will be because i have been grounded in football knowledge at its best, under the best coach in Australia.'. The typed letter is signed in pen by Barassi. Accompanied by the original envelope in which the letter was returned to his correspondent. (2 items)