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Wodonga & District Historical Society Inc
Book - Orphanage Survivors : a true story of St John's, Thurgoona, Howard C Jones, 2010
... Orphanage Survivors : a true story of St John's, Thurgoona ...Orphanage Survivors : a true story of St John's, Thurgoona...Orphanage Survivors : a true story of St John's, Thurgoona ...A history of St John's Orphanage, founded by the Albury Foundation of the Sisters of Mercy in 1882 at Thurgoona, NSW. The orphanage operated until 1978.non-fictionA history of St John's Orphanage, founded by the Albury Foundation of the Sisters of Mercy in 1882 at Thurgoona, NSW. The orphanage operated until 1978.st johns orphanage thurgoona, orphanages, orphanages history nsw -
Beechworth Honey Archive
Publication, The True Story of Honey. (The Australian Honey Institute). Ringwood, [nd]
... The True Story of Honey. (The Australian Honey Institute...-country Publication The True Story of Honey. (The Australian Honey ...1 Pamphlet: four leaves.publication, australian, honey, institute, true, story, beechworth honey, publication, australian, honey, institute, true, story, beechworth honey -
Flagstaff Hill Maritime Museum and Village
Book, Laddie A True Blue Story
... Laddie A True Blue Story...Laddie A True Blue Story...Laddie A True Blue Story Author: Gene Stratton - Porter... Warrnambool great-ocean-road Book Laddie A True Blue Story Laddie ...This item is from the ‘Pattison Collection’, a collection of books and records that was originally owned by the Warrnambool Mechanics’ Institute, which was founded in Warrnambool in 1853. By 1886 the Warrnambool Mechanics’ Institute (WMI) had grown to have a Library, Museum and Fine Arts Gallery, with a collection of “… choice productions of art, and valuable specimens in almost every branch and many wonderful national curiosities are now to be seen there, including historic relics of the town and district.” It later included a School of Design. Although it was very well patronised, the lack of financial support led the WMI in 1911 to ask the City Council to take it over. In 1935 Ralph Pattison was appointed as City Librarian to establish and organise the Warrnambool Library as it was then called. When the WMI building was pulled down in 1963 a new civic building was erected on the site and the new Warrnambool Library, on behalf of the City Council, took over all the holdings of the WMI. At this time some of the items were separated and identified as the ‘Pattison Collection’, named after Ralph Pattison. Eventually the components of the WMI were distributed from the Warrnambool Library to various places, including the Art Gallery, Historical Society and Flagstaff Hill. Later some were even distributed to other regional branches of Corangamite Regional Library and passed to and fro. It is difficult now to trace just where all of the items have ended up. The books at Flagstaff Hill Maritime Village generally display stamps and markings from Pattison as well as a variety of other institutions including the Mechanics’ Institute itself. RALPH ERIC PATTISON Ralph Eric Pattison was born in Rockhampton, Queensland, in 1891. He married Maude Swan from Warrnambool in 1920 and they set up home in Warrnambool. In 1935 Pattison accepted a position as City Librarian for the Warrnambool City Council. His huge challenge was to make a functional library within two rooms of the Mechanics’ Institute. He tirelessly cleaned, cleared and sorted a disarrayed collection of old books, jars of preserved specimens and other items reserved for exhibition in the city’s museum. He developed and updated the library with a wide variety of books for all tastes, including reference books for students; a difficult task to fulfil during the years following the Depression. He converted all of the lower area of the building into a library, reference room and reading room for members and the public. The books were sorted and stored using a cataloguing and card index system that he had developed himself. He also prepared the upper floor of the building and established the Art Gallery and later the Museum, a place to exhibit the many old relics that had been stored for years for this purpose. One of the treasures he found was a beautiful ancient clock, which he repaired, restored and enjoyed using in his office during the years of his service there. Ralph Pattison was described as “a meticulous gentleman whose punctuality, floorless courtesy and distinctive neat dress were hallmarks of his character, and ‘his’ clock controlled his daily routine, and his opening and closing of the library’s large heavy doors to the minute.” Pattison took leave during 1942 to 1942 to serve in the Royal Australian Navy, Volunteer Reserve as Lieutenant. A few years later he converted one of the Museum’s rooms into a Children’s Library, stocking it with suitable books for the younger generation. This was an instant success. In the 1950’s he had the honour of being appointed to the Victorian Library Board and received more inspiration from the monthly conferences in Melbourne. He was sadly retired in 1959 after over 23 years of service, due to the fact that he had gone over the working age of council officers. However he continued to take a very keen interest in the continual development of the Library until his death in 1969. The Pattison Collection, along with other items at Flagstaff Hill Maritime Village, was originally part of the Warrnambool Mechanics' Institute’s collection. The Warrnambool Mechanics’ Institute Collection is primarily significant in its totality, rather than for the individual objects it contains. Its contents are highly representative of the development of Mechanics' Institute libraries across Australia, particularly Victoria. A diversity of publications and themes has been amassed, and these provide clues to our understanding of the nature of and changes in the reading habits of Victorians from the 1850s to the middle of the 20th century. The collection also highlights the Warrnambool community’s commitment to the Mechanics’ Institute, reading, literacy and learning in the regions, and proves that access to knowledge was not impeded by distance. These items help to provide a more complete picture of our community’s ideals and aspirations. The Warrnambool Mechanics Institute book collection has historical and social significance for its strong association with the Mechanics Institute movement and the important role it played in the intellectual, cultural and social development of people throughout the latter part of the nineteenth century and the early twentieth century. The collection of books is a rare example of an early lending library and its significance is enhanced by the survival of an original collection of many volumes. The Warrnambool Mechanics' Institute’s publication collection is of both local and state significance. Laddie A True Blue Story Author: Gene Stratton - Porter Publisher: Hutchinson & Co Date: 1961Label on spine has typed text PAT FIC STR Pastedown front endpaper has sticker from Corangamite Regional Library Service Front loose endpaper has a sticker from Warrnambool Children's Librarywarrnambool, shipwrecked-coast, flagstaff-hill, flagstaff-hill-maritime-museum, maritime-museum, shipwreck-coast, flagstaff-hill-maritime-village, shipwrecked-artefact, book, warrnambool mechanics’ institute, pattison collection, warrnambool library, ralph eric pattison, warrnambool city librarian, mechanics’ institute library, victorian library board, warrnambool books and records, warrnambool children’s library, laddie a true blue story, gene stratton - porter -
National Vietnam Veterans Museum (NVVM)
Film - Film, Video, Long Tan: the true story
... Long Tan: the true story....The true story of the Battle of Long Tan in Vietnam... Newhaven gippsland Battle of Long Tan The true story of the Battle ...The true story of the Battle of Long Tan in Vietnam, as told by survivors from both sides.battle of long tan -
National Vietnam Veterans Museum (NVVM)
Film - Film, DVD, Long Tan: the true story
... Long Tan: the true story....The true story of the Battle of Long Tan in Vietnam... Newhaven gippsland Battle of Long Tan The true story of the Battle ...The true story of the Battle of Long Tan in Vietnam, as told by survivors from both sides.battle of long tan -
Unions Ballarat
Diana: her true story - in her own words (Don Woodward Collection), Morton, Andrew, 1992
... Diana: her true story - in her own words (Don Woodward...: her true story - in her own words (Don Woodward Collection ...Biography of the late Princess of Wales, Diana, during her marriage to Prince Charles. At the time of publication, the book caused abuse and consternation from the British establishment. Princess Diana is now known to have collaborated with the author in the content of the book. Biographical interest. Relevant to the personal lives of the royal family in the United Kingdom.Book; 288 pages. Dust jacket: black background; black and white photograph of Princess Diana (nee Spencer); gold and white lettering; author's name and title. Cover: black; gold lettering; author's name and title.btlc, ballarat trades and labour council, ballarat trades hall, monarchy - united kingdom, spencer, diana, biography -
Greensborough Historical Society
Booklet, Jim Poulter, Batman's treaty: the true story, by Jim Poulter, 2016_
... Batman's treaty: the true story, by Jim Poulter...: the true story, by Jim Poulter 16 p., booklet. 2 copies ...An examination of conflicts in John Batman's account of the so-called treaty with the Wurundjeri in 1835.16 p., booklet. 2 copies.aborigines, batmans treaty, wurundjeri -
Bendigo Military Museum
Book, The True Story of the Death Railway & the Bridge on the River Kwai
... The True Story of the Death Railway & the Bridge on the... goldfields BOOK Book The True Story of the Death Railway & the Bridge ...Book is organised by "J.P".Softcover with collage of photos on cover. Photos are of railway locomotives, a bomber, railway bridges and a soldier.Inside front cover "Donated by Trevor Knight"books, military history -
Australian Commando Association - Victoria
Book, The Heroes- the true story of the Krait. Australian WW 2 Raids on Singapore
... The Heroes- the true story of the Krait. Australian WW 2.... melbourne Book The Heroes- the true story of the Krait. Australian ...Softcover and slightly different format from photographsigned by Moss Berryman, Arthur Jones, Ron Morris and Horrie Young- all crew members on MV KRAIT during Operation JAYWICK in 1943 -
Tatura Irrigation & Wartime Camps Museum
Book, Songs the People Love. A true story of laughter,love,tragedy & tears, 2015
... Songs the People Love. A true story of laughter,love... Tatura the-murray Book Book Songs the People Love. A true story ...Eric Liffman was a refugee from Nazi Germany who, as a prisoner, is transported to Australia on the troop ship HMS Dunera. He became the most celebrated tenor in Australia during WW11.Dunera Voyage. Eric Liffman's rise from refugee/prisoner to become a celebrated tenor during WW11Book -199 pages, B/W photos. Soft cover. Narrated & Illustrated by Eric Liffmann. Written by Patricia & Kurt LiffmannPhotos of Eric Liffmann on coverdunera, jewish refugee -
Tramways/East Melbourne RSL Sub Branch - RSL Victoria Listing id: 27511
Book, LEN DEIGHTON et al, FIGHTER ( The true story of the Battle of Britain), 1977
... FIGHTER ( The true story of the Battle of Britain)... ( The true story of the Battle of Britain) LEN DEIGHTON BOOK CLUB ... -
Tramways/East Melbourne RSL Sub Branch - RSL Victoria Listing id: 27511
Book, Sandra Lee et al, 18HOURS (The true story of an SAS war hero of Jock Wallace in Afghanistan), 2006
... 18HOURS (The true story of an SAS war hero of Jock Wallace... (The true story of an SAS war hero of Jock Wallace in Afghanistan ...958.1047, biography, isbn: 10:0 7322 8246 2 -
Tramways/East Melbourne RSL Sub Branch - RSL Victoria Listing id: 27511
Book, Michael C. Hodgins et al, RELUCTANT WARRIOR(A Marines true story of duty and heroism in Vietnam), 1996
... RELUCTANT WARRIOR(A Marines true story of duty and heroism... WARRIOR(A Marines true story of duty and heroism in Vietnam ...959.704'38-dc20, historical, isbn: 0-449-91059-8 -
Tramways/East Melbourne RSL Sub Branch - RSL Victoria Listing id: 27511
Book, Terence Robertson et al, WALKER R.N.(True story of the Naval Captain defeating the U Boats in the Atlantic), 1958
... WALKER R.N.(True story of the Naval Captain defeating the... R.N.(True story of the Naval Captain defeating the U Boats ...isbn: 0 330 10518 3 -
Tramways/East Melbourne RSL Sub Branch - RSL Victoria Listing id: 27511
Book, Michael j. Durant & Steven Hartov et al, IN THE COMPANY OF HEROES (The true story of the Black Hawk pilot, shot down, captured and tortured)
... IN THE COMPANY OF HEROES (The true story of the Black Hawk... IN THE COMPANY OF HEROES (The true story of the Black Hawk pilot, shot ...isbn: 0 552 15094 0 -
Tramways/East Melbourne RSL Sub Branch - RSL Victoria Listing id: 27511
Book, William Manchester et al, The Arms of Krupp 1587-1968(True story of the family dynasty that built the German War Machine)
... The Arms of Krupp 1587-1968(True story of the family... of Krupp 1587-1968(True story of the family dynasty that built ...isbn: 553-05230-195 -
Tramways/East Melbourne RSL Sub Branch - RSL Victoria Listing id: 27511
Book, Sandra Lee et al, SAVING PRIVATE SARBI(The true story of Australia's canine war hero), 2011
... SAVING PRIVATE SARBI(The true story of Australia's canine... PRIVATE SARBI(The true story of Australia's canine war hero) ISBN ...isbn: 978 1 74331 553 8 -
Monbulk RSL Sub Branch
Book, Anthony Hill, Soldier boy : the true story of Jim Martin the youngest Anzac, 2001
... Soldier boy : the true story of Jim Martin the youngest...-and-the-dandenong-ranges Book Soldier boy : the true story of Jim Martin ...On 28 June 1915, young James Martin sailed from Melbourne aboard the troopship Berrima - bound, ultimately, for Gallipoli. He was just fourteen years old. "Soldier Boy" is Jim's extraordinary true story, the story of a young and enthusiastic school boy who became Australia's youngest known Anzac. Four months after leaving his home country he would be numbered among the dead, just one of so many soldier boys who travelled halfway around the world for the chance of adventure. This is, however, just as much the story of Jim's mother, Amelia Martin. It is the heartbreaking tale of the mother who had to let him go, of his family who lost a son, a brother, an uncle, a friend. It is about Amelia's boy who, like so many others, just wanted to be in on the action.ill, maps, p.166.non-fictionOn 28 June 1915, young James Martin sailed from Melbourne aboard the troopship Berrima - bound, ultimately, for Gallipoli. He was just fourteen years old. "Soldier Boy" is Jim's extraordinary true story, the story of a young and enthusiastic school boy who became Australia's youngest known Anzac. Four months after leaving his home country he would be numbered among the dead, just one of so many soldier boys who travelled halfway around the world for the chance of adventure. This is, however, just as much the story of Jim's mother, Amelia Martin. It is the heartbreaking tale of the mother who had to let him go, of his family who lost a son, a brother, an uncle, a friend. It is about Amelia's boy who, like so many others, just wanted to be in on the action.world war 1914-1918 - campaigns - gallipoli, gallipoli campaign - child soldiers - biography -
Monbulk RSL Sub Branch
Book, Viking books, Operation Snakebite : the explosive true story of an Afghan desert siege, 2009
... Operation Snakebite : the explosive true story of an Afghan...-and-the-dandenong-ranges Book Operation Snakebite : the explosive true story ...Reveals the war within the war: the battle not only for the hearts and minds of Afghanis but between soldiers and spies , between allies sharply divided by purpose.Ill, maps, p.337.non-fictionReveals the war within the war: the battle not only for the hearts and minds of Afghanis but between soldiers and spies , between allies sharply divided by purpose.afghan war 2001-2021 - military operations - britain, afghan war 2001-2021 - political aspects -
Ringwood RSL Sub-Branch
Book - POW, The true story of The Death Railway & The Bridge on the River Kwai
... The true story of The Death Railway & The Bridge on the... melbourne Book - POW The true story of The Death Railway ...THe story of the Burma - Thailand Railway. Soft cover, no dust cover. 60 pages containing black and white prints. -
Greensborough Historical Society
Book, Loranda Publishing, Murrundindi: a true story / retold by Karen Brunskill and M. G. Dean, 2001_
... Murrundindi: a true story / retold by Karen Brunskill and M...Book Book Murrundindi: a true story / retold by Karen ...Tells the story of Murrundindi of the Wurundjeri people of Victoria. The story relates his early years at school, his struggle with dual heritage and his later acceptance of his aboriginal heritage.32 p., illus. Paperback.murrundindi, wurundjeri, aborigines victoria, aboriginal heritage sites -
Greensborough Historical Society
Book, Penguin Books, Soldier boy: the true story of Jim Martin, the youngest ANZAC / Anthony Hill, 2001_
... Soldier boy: the true story of Jim Martin, the youngest...Book Book Soldier boy: the true story of Jim Martin ...The story of Jim Martin, the youngest ANZAC during World War 1.173p., illus.world war 1, anzac legend, jim martin -
National Vietnam Veterans Museum (NVVM)
Book, Blue's bastards: a true story of valor under fire
... Blue's bastards: a true story of valor under fire... - United States Blue's bastards: a true story of valor under fire ...united states. marine corps. division, 3rd battalion, vietnamese conflict, 1961-1975 - regimental histories - united states -
National Vietnam Veterans Museum (NVVM)
Book, Jungle rules: a true story of Marine justice in Vietnam
... Jungle rules: a true story of Marine justice in Vietnam... (Military offenses) - Vietnam Jungle rules: a true story of Marine ...vietnam war, 1961-1975 - united states, trials (military offenses) - vietnam -
National Vietnam Veterans Museum (NVVM)
Book, Marine sniper: 93 confirmed kills: the true story
... Marine sniper: 93 confirmed kills: the true story... kills: the true story Book Book Henderson, Charles ...united states. marine corps. biography, vietnam war, 1961-1975- commando operations -
National Vietnam Veterans Museum (NVVM)
Film - Film, Video, Vietnam: home movies: Vol. 2: The true story of Major L.H. Palletti (2 copies)
... Vietnam: home movies: Vol. 2: The true story of Major L.H... Vietnam: home movies: Vol. 2: The true story of Major L.H ...vietnam war, 1961-1975 - participation, american -
National Vietnam Veterans Museum (NVVM)
Film - Film, DVD, Long Tan: the true story (Copy 1)
... Long Tan: the true story (Copy 1)....: the true story (Copy 1). Film Film, DVD SVE ...vietnam war, 1961-1975 - participation - australian, long tan, battle of, 1966 - anniversaries etc. -
National Vietnam Veterans Museum (NVVM)
Book, Operation Thunderhead: the true story of Vietnam's final POW rescue mission - and the last Navy Seal killed in Country, 2008
... Operation Thunderhead: the true story of Vietnam's final...: the true story of Vietnam's final POW rescue mission - and the last ...vietnam war, 1961-1975 - prisoners and prisons, north vietnamese, prisoners of war - united states, vietnam war - 1961-1975 - search and rescue operations -
National Vietnam Veterans Museum (NVVM)
Book, Last Men Out: the true story of America's Heroic Final Hours in Vietnam, 2011
... Last Men Out: the true story of America's Heroic Final... American Last Men Out: the true story of America's Heroic Final ...vietnam war - 1961-1975 - ho chi minh city., vietnam war - 1961 - 1975 - evacuation of civilians - vietnam - ho chi minh city., vietnam war, 1961 - 1975, personal narratives, american -
National Vietnam Veterans Museum (NVVM)
Book, Lost over Laos: a true story of tragedy, mystery and friendship, 2003
... Lost over Laos: a true story of tragedy, mystery and... photographers -- Death. Lost over Laos: a true story of tragedy, mystery ...vietnam war, 1961-1975 -- press coverage, war photographers -- death.