Australian Rules Football During The World Wars
Australian rules football was heavily affected by both World War I and World War II. Hundreds of leading players served their country abroad, and many lost their lives. On the home front, competitions like the Victorian Football League (VFL) went ahead during these wars, but faced many restrictions.
Read more about Australian Rules Football During The World Wars: World War I, "Pioneer Exhibition Game" in London (1916), World War II, VFL Players Who Died in Active Service, Commemorations
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