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Hume City Civic Collection
Photograph, 2/10/1953
... barrow pat hall jean mason lachlan returned servicemens league ...The photograph wqas taken at a Belle of the Ball which took place in Sunbury on 2 October 1953. The people in the photograph are from L-R: Ken Nevant, Flora Lloyd, who was the daughter of the local chemist, Norman Hoiles, Pat Barrow, Jean Hall and Lachlan Mason, who was Ken Nevant's half brother. The Belle of the Ball was a popular annual event, usually organized by the football club in Sunbury. The event took place in the Memorial Hall.A black and white photograph of three couples at a ball. The girls are dressed in ball gowns and their partners are in suits. The names of the six people along with the date of the ball have been written in black pen across the top of the photograph.dances, belle of belles, nevant, ken, lloyd, flora, hoiles, norman, barrow, pat, hall, jean, mason, lachlan, returned servicemens league, george evans collection -
Ballarat RSL Sub-Branch Inc.
Badge - RSL, Swann & Hudson
This object relates to Hugh Forrester BETHUNE. He was born on 15/11/1924 in Sydney, NSW. Hugh Forrester served in the RAAF (430155) enlisting on, 01/01/1943 in Unknown before being discharged from duties with the 9 AIRCREW HOLDING UNIT as a RAAF Non-Commissioned Warrant Officer (WOFF) on 26/02/1946. Hugh Forrester BETHUNE was not a prisoner of war. Hugh Bethune was awarded the 1939-1945 Star, Australia Service Medal 1939-1946, Defence Medal, France and Germany Star, War Medal 1939-1945. The RSL badge represents readiness to serve the crown, country and former comrades. It can be purchased however it should only be worn by returned service personnel.Metallic badge with enamel sections depicting a white shield with a red and gold coloured crown and the number "95" at the head of the shield. In the top corners of the shield are images of a leek, rose, thistle and shamrock. An image of a red ribbon with the words "Australia" is at the base of the shield. In the centre of the shield is a blue circle with the words "Returned Services League", encircling an image of three servicemen in gold coloured relief.Inscriptions on the back: "V Property of League Swann & Hudson Vic." "91382" And another inscription that is partly obscured and includes "Bad.....ns" ballarat, ballarat rsl, badge, returned services leage badge, rsl badge, uniforms -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Letter - Correspondence, Letter of congratulations, 12/10/1925
... and Mitcham Returned Servicemens League ...Letter of congratulations to Herbert Bishop on his appointment as Secretary to the Blackburn and Mitcham Shire from the Returned Sailors and Soldiers Imperial League, Mitcham and Vermont Sub-branch.bishop, herbert thomas, local government, shire of blackburn and mitcham, returned servicemens league -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Article, Lack of patrons closes RSL club, 2014
... numbers of patrons. Mitcham Returned Servicemens League Patrons ...Mitcham RSL has closed due to financial problems and dwindling numbers of patrons.Mitcham RSL has closed due to financial problems and dwindling numbers of patrons.Mitcham RSL has closed due to financial problems and dwindling numbers of patrons.mitcham returned servicemens league, patrons -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Magazine - Periodical, Mitcham Sentinel
... (incomplete) Mitcham Returned Servicemens League The Sentinel ...Newsletter of the Mitcham RSL Sub-branch.Newsletter of the Mitcham RSL Sub-branch. Title changed to 'The Sentinel' in 1985. Holdings:Vol No.1 Dec 1963 - Oct 2004 (incomplete)Newsletter of the Mitcham RSL Sub-branch. mitcham returned servicemens league, the sentinel -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Map, Mitcham RSL building, 6/08/1964 12:00:00 AM
... to Builders. Mitcham Returned Servicemens League McDowall Street ...Working drawing including pans and elevations for the new RSL building, centre section, in Mitcham.Working drawing including pans and elevations for the new RSL building, centre section, in Mitcham. Architect Bates Smart & Mc Cutcheon.Approved by Nunawading Council 21 Sep 1964.With City of Nunawading Notice to Builders.Working drawing including pans and elevations for the new RSL building, centre section, in Mitcham.mitcham returned servicemens league, mcdowall street, mitcham, harrison street, mitcham -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Map, Proposed layout at car park for Mitcham RSL, 14/12/1972
... Returned Servicemens League McDowall Street Mitcham Plan of car ...Plan of car park for proposed Mitcham RSL, McDowall Street, Mitcham.Plan of car park for proposed Mitcham RSL, McDowall Street, Mitcham. Architect: L.R.Saward. Amended 19 Feb.1973. Approved by Nunawading Council 16 Mar 1973.Plan of car park for proposed Mitcham RSL, McDowall Street, Mitcham. mitcham returned servicemens league, mcdowall street mitcham -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Article, RSL more on memorial, 2011
... Road to Box Hill gardens (photo). Box Hill Returned Servicemens ...Article about the proposed move of the Boer War memorial from Whitehorse Road to Box Hill gardens (photo).Article about the proposed move of the Boer War memorial from Whitehorse Road to Box Hill gardens (photo).Article about the proposed move of the Boer War memorial from Whitehorse Road to Box Hill gardens (photo).box hill returned servicemens league, box hill gardens, bowden, anthony peter, baden-powell, michael, box hill historical society inc, war memorials, boer war 1899-1902 -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Article, Digger's Split Over Liquor, 1973
... Returned Servicemens League licence The Mitcham RSL was refused ...The Mitcham RSL was refused a liquor licence in 1972. Intends to reapply which has caused division within the branch..The Mitcham RSL was refused a liquor licence in 1972 but intends to reapply which has caused division within the branch..The Mitcham RSL was refused a liquor licence in 1972. Intends to reapply which has caused division within the branch..mitcham returned servicemens league, licence -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Article, Reprieve for RSL Club, 1997
... on a decision of the RSL State Branch Mitcham Returned Servicemens ...Mitcham RSL to remain functioning in the short term dependent on a decision of the RSL State Branch.Mitcham RSL to remain functioning in the short term dependent on a decision of the RSL State BranchMitcham RSL to remain functioning in the short term dependent on a decision of the RSL State Branch.mitcham returned servicemens league, functioning -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Article, Mitcham RSL Club's Indoor Bowls, 1998
... with two recent wins. Mitcham Returned Servicemens League Bowling ...Mitcham's RSL indoor bowls team celebrated the sport's 50th year with two recent wins.Mitcham's RSL indoor bowls team celebrated the sport's 50th year with two recent wins.Mitcham's RSL indoor bowls team celebrated the sport's 50th year with two recent wins.mitcham returned servicemens league, bowling clubs -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Article, RSL and Objectors to meet on Drink Licence, 1981
... licence. Mitcham Returned Servicemens League Liquor Licensing Act ...The Nunawading Council invited representatives of the RSL and objectors to meet.The Nunawading Council invited representatives of the RSL and objectors to meet regarding the application for a liquor licence.The Nunawading Council invited representatives of the RSL and objectors to meet.mitcham returned servicemens league, liquor licensing act -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Article, RSL Branch marks 80 years, 2000
... Servicemens League celebration Mitcham RSL celebrated 80 years in Feb ...Mitcham RSL celebrated 80 years in Feb. 2000Mitcham RSL celebrated 80 years in Feb. 2000Mitcham RSL celebrated 80 years in Feb. 2000mitcham returned servicemens league, celebration -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Article, Mitcham RSL Crisis, 1997
... of their club. Mitcham Returned Servicemens League future Mitcham RSL ...Mitcham RSL members and State Branch officers to decide the future of their club.Mitcham RSL members and State Branch officers to decide the future of their club.Mitcham RSL members and State Branch officers to decide the future of their club.mitcham returned servicemens league, future -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Article, Tributes to 'Cec' Cook of Mitcham, 1975
... Nunawading 'Citizen of the Year' Mitcham Returned Servicemens League ...Arthur Cecil Cook died in Heidelberg Hospital, Nov 1975.Arthur Cecil Cook died in Heidelberg Hospital, Nov 1975. He was a former president of the Mitcham RSL, a World War 1 veteran and 1972 Nunawading 'Citizen of the Year'Arthur Cecil Cook died in Heidelberg Hospital, Nov 1975. mitcham returned servicemens league, cook, a. c., citizens of the year -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Article, Armistice Day and what it means to us, 1933?
... Servicemens League This essay, written by 12 year old Alwyn Till. ...This essay, written by 12 year old Alwyn Till.This essay, written by 12 year old Alwyn Till, was awarded a prize by the Mitcham RSSILA and published in the local paper (Reporter?).This essay, written by 12 year old Alwyn Till. world war 1914 - 1918, mitcham returned servicemens league -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Pamphlet, Report on the potential relocation of the South Africa and China War Memorial, 2011
... , President, Box Hill RSL. War memorials Box Hill Returned Servicemens ...Final report prepared by Steven Cooke, Deakin University for Tony Bowden, President, Box Hill RSL.Final report prepared by Steven Cooke, Deakin University for Tony Bowden, President, Box Hill RSL.Final report prepared by Steven Cooke, Deakin University for Tony Bowden, President, Box Hill RSL.war memorials, box hill returned servicemens league, box hill gardens -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Article, Battle over Boer War monument, 2011
... City of Whitehorse Box Hill Returned Servicemens League Orange ...Historical society fights relocation of Box Hill Boer War obelisk.Historical society fights relocation of Box Hill Boer War obelisk.Historical society fights relocation of Box Hill Boer War obelisk.boer war 1899-1902, war memorials, box hill historical society, city of whitehorse, box hill returned servicemens league, orange, william, bowden, anthony peter, burra charter -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Document, Anzac commemoration, 1938
... Association - Mitcham Branch Mitcham Returned Servicemens League ...Transcription of a news article from the Blackburn and Mitcham Reporter 29 Apr 1938 describing an Anzac celebration held at the Memorial Hall, Mitcham under the auspices of the Mitcham District RSSILA and the Dad's Association.Transcription of a news article from the Blackburn and Mitcham Reporter 29 Apr 1938 describing an Anzac celebration held at the Memorial Hall, Mitcham under the auspices of the Mitcham District RSSILA and the Dad's Association.Transcription of a news article from the Blackburn and Mitcham Reporter 29 Apr 1938 describing an Anzac celebration held at the Memorial Hall, Mitcham under the auspices of the Mitcham District RSSILA and the Dad's Association.soldiers and sailors fathers association - mitcham branch, mitcham returned servicemens league -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Article, Memorial move gets the vote, 2005
... Hill Returned Servicemens League Box Hill Gardens Commonwealth ...(a) Box Hill RSL will relocate its World War 1 and 2 memorials to the Box Hill Gardens precinct. (b) The Mega Mile Fun Run took place as a warm-up to the 2006 Commonwealth Games (photo).(a) Box Hill RSL will relocate its World War 1 and 2 memorials to the Box Hill Gardens precinct. (b) The Mega Mile Fun Run took place as a warm-up to the 2006 Commonwealth Games (photo).(a) Box Hill RSL will relocate its World War 1 and 2 memorials to the Box Hill Gardens precinct. (b) The Mega Mile Fun Run took place as a warm-up to the 2006 Commonwealth Games (photo).box hill returned servicemens league, box hill gardens, commonwealth games, festivals and celebrations, mega mile fun run -
Orbost & District Historical Society
invitation, 1939
The Returned Sailors and soldiers Imperial League of Australia was formed in 1916. Annual RSSAILA Balls (originally known as the Diggers Balls) were held to raise funds for those who returned fromconflicts especially those who were not eligible for war pensions.Socially , the ‘Diggers’ Annual Ball’ accomplished a great deal in bringing Returned Servicemen together. At this time, these functions were organised by self-appointed committees and proceeds were distributed among special causes – mainly to the RSSAILA members who were experiencing hardship.A rectangular card invitation to the Diggers' Military Ball, Monday 1st May 1939. Print is in black. The card is edged in gold. It is a Double Ticket - 7/6 RSSILAmilitary-balls r.s.s.i.l.a. -
Bendigo Military Museum
Badge - BADGE RSL, Stokes & Sons, c.1922 - 1941
RSL badge issued from 1922 - 1941, No V43998 & year 1958.Metal badge with white, red & blue enamel borders. Yellow metal round centre with 2 etched servicemen. Crown motif on top.Inside crown: “58” Bottom of badge: “RETURNED SAILORS & SOLDIERS IMPERIAL LEAGUE AUSTRALIA”badge, rsl, membership -
Bendigo Military Museum
Badge - BADGES, RSL MEMBERSHIP, c.1919 - 1926
Four metal Badges with red, white & blue enamel work. Etched figures of servicemen in bronze in the centre. Badges are numbered on rear so recipient can be traced.Returned Sailors, Soldiers Imperial League Australia On rear. “71019, 72569, 51703, 213852”badges, rsl, membership -
Waverley RSL Sub Branch
Plaque RSL Australia, RSL Australia
The Returned and Services League of Australia (often abbreviated to RSL) is a support organisation for men and women who have served or are serving in the Australian Defence Force (ADF). It was formed as the Returned Sailors and Soldiers Imperial League of Australia in 1916, became the Returned Sailors', Soldiers' and Airmens Imperial League of Australia in 1940, and became the Returned Services League of Australia in 1965. The change to its current name was made in 1990 to reflect the organisation's concern for current as well as former servicemen and servicewomen. The patron of the RSL is Queen Elizabeth II. The current National President of the League is Rear Admiral Ken Doolan, AO RAN (rtd).[2] As of 31 December 2009, the League comprised 186,652 members from 1,306 sub-branches and 5,533 members of the League's women's auxiliary from 381 sub-branches. Membership levels have been declining for at least ten years http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Returned_and_Services_League_of_AustraliaWooden Plaque 15cm x 13cmRSL Australia -
Melbourne Legacy
Badge, R.S.S.I.L.A. Member Badges
Two member badges from the The Returned Sailors, Soldiers Imperial League of Australia (RSSILA). The number 68 on the front could be 1968 as it is detachable and could be updated each year. The badge with 1921 could be the year of membership. The member number is engraved on the rear. The shield design is symbolic of the protection provided to those who wear it. Within the badge, red represents the blood ties of war that exist between comrades; white stands for the purity of the motives in joining the league – to render service without personal gain or ambition; and blue indicates a willingness to serve a comrade anywhere under the blue sky. The wattle represents Australia, with the leek, the rose, the thistle and the shamrock standing for Wales, England, Scotland and Ireland respectively. The RSSILA was the precursor to the Returned Services League (RSL) and provided support for returned servicemen after World War One. Worn by members of the Returned Sailors, Soldiers Imperial League of Australia, those eligible being members of all services, both wars, including nurses, who have returned from active service outside Australia. These were with other World War 1 memorabilia that has come from Private John Basil McLean, 2nd Reinforcements, 37th Battalion, A.I.F. J.B. McLean (Service No. 13824) was from near Maffra, Victoria and enlisted on 22 January 1916. He embarked on 16 December 1916 for Europe. He spent time with the Australian Field Artillery (Pack Section). At the end of the war he worked for a year at the A.I.F. Headquarters in London before returning to Australia on the 'Ceramic', arriving in Portsea in 1920. His full war record is available from the National Archives of Australia (B2455, MCLEAN JBM).The RSSILA was an important organisation for ex-servicemen and many Legatees would have been members.Enamel badges from the R.S.S.I.L.A. The centre of the badge shows a sailor and a soldier in raised detail. A blue enamel circle surrounds the central detail and has 'RETURNED SAILORS & SOLDIERS / IMPERIAL LEAGUE' in gilt lettering. The outer edges of the badge are white enamel with a floral spray to the top left and right of the blue circle. At the bottom of the badge is a red enamelled scroll with 'AUSTRALIA' written in gilt lettering. On the reverse of the badge are soldered two brass lugs with a split pin attached for securing the badge to clothing. 01124.1 Front has '68' and 'Returned Sailors and Soldiers Imperial League of Australia'. On the reverse 'V92210 Badge remains the property of League'. 01124.2 Front has '1921' and 'Returned Sailors and Soldiers Imperial League of Australia'. On the reverse 'R 3871' and 'C.C Roeszler and Son Pty Ltd Melb.'world war one, rssila -
Wodonga & District Historical Society Inc
Certificate - Wodonga RSSILA Certificate of Appreciation, 1924
The Returned Sailors' and Soldiers' Imperial League of Australia was formed in 1916 to support servicemen returning from World War 1. In 1940 its name was changed to Returned Sailors', Soldiers' and Airmen's Imperial League of Australia and again in 1966 to Returned Services League of Australia. Arthur Ernest Beard enlisted in the 10th Battalion in 1914 and was discharged as medically unfit in 1918. His service included three years and 115 days of overseas service. He was gassed during his war service, resulting in ongoing health issues. Beard received an incapacity pension. Despite his ill health, Arthur dedicated many years of service to the committee of the Returned Sailors' and Soldiers' Imperial League of Australia Wodonga branch. At various times he served as President and secretary. He was on the committee when the branch was lobbying for the construction of a Soldiers' Memorial and also a Soldiers' Memorial Hall for Wodonga. Arthur also participated in groups and community activities, including the Wodonga Boys’ Club, Wodonga Public Library Committee and the Wodonga and District Progress Association. Arthur died on 29 Jun 1940 in Wodonga, Victoria, aged 46 years. This certificate is significant as it recognises service to the Wodonga Branch of the RSSILAA coloured certificate on heavy card presented by the Wodonga Branch of the Returned Sailor and Soldiers Imperial League of Australia. It features an archway imprinted with the name of the RSSIL with the League emblem surrounded by the flags of England, Australia and the Royal Australian Navy. It is adorned with an anchor and rifle and the words "Great War 1914 - 1919. An image of Anzac House, the headquarters of the R.S.S.I.L.A. in Melbourne is on the lower left hand side. The words of appreciation are printed in the centre of the archway. The insignia of the Australian Commonwealth Military Forces is in the centre at the bottom. WODONGA BRANCH / Presented to A. BEARD As a token of esteem and in grateful recognition of valuable services rendered as PRESIDENT Year 1922 - 23 A. A. Reid President R. S. Benson Secretaryreturned sailors & soldiers imperial league, wodonga rssila -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Article, Bigger Anzac turnout|Across the years|Ranks thin as crowds still climb, 2003
... Returned Servicemens League McPhee Peter Richardson Keith Abdur ...Articles re Anzac Day ceremonies ast Mitcham R.S.L. and Box Hill.Articles re Anzac Day ceremonies ast Mitcham R.S.L. and Box Hill.Articles re Anzac Day ceremonies ast Mitcham R.S.L. and Box Hill.anzac day, mitcham returned servicemens league, mcphee, peter, richardson, keith, abdur, rahman -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Document, Mitcham RSL, 2008
... .Tape at NP3442. Tape at NP3442. Mitcham Returned Servicemens ...Talk by Peter McPhee on Mitcham RSL and his ancestors, to a General Meeting of the Whitehorse Historical Society 12 April 2008.Transcript of a talk by Peter McPhee on Mitcham RSL and his ancestors, to a General Meeting of the Whitehorse Historical Society 12 April 2008.Tape at NP3442.Talk by Peter McPhee on Mitcham RSL and his ancestors, to a General Meeting of the Whitehorse Historical Society 12 April 2008.mitcham returned servicemens league, mcphee, peter, whitehorse historical society inc -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Document - Souvenir Program, 21/08/1988 12:00:00 AM
... and alterations. mitcham returned servicemens league dunlop edward sir ...8 page yellow covered programme commemorating the Mitcham R.S.L. Sub-branch new extensions and alterations.8 page yellow covered programme commemorating the Mitcham R.S.L. Sub-branch new extensions and alterations.8 page yellow covered programme commemorating the Mitcham R.S.L. Sub-branch new extensions and alterations.mitcham returned servicemens league, dunlop, edward, sir, bullwinkle, vivian, exservice organisations -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Book, 'A Record of Achievement and Service', 1/01/1969 12:00:00 AM
... . mitcham returned servicemens league mitcham memorial hall ...The booklet contains two reports tracing the history of Mitcham RSL and the building of the Mitcham Memorial Hall. The first, by Mr.A.C. Cook in 1951 covers the period from 1919. The second, by R. Morgan, J. Phillips and R. Harry covers from 1952 to 1969. The reports emphasize the building and use of the Memorial Hall but include general information on activities of the Mitcham and Nunawading Sub-branches of the RSL. Lists are included of Presidents, Secretaries and Life Members of the Mitcham RSL between 1919 and 1968.mitcham returned servicemens league, mitcham memorial hall, exservice organisations, cook, a, morgan, r., phillips, j, harry, r