PBT No 21Collection of 5 badges mounted on purple velvet with metal reinforced corners. 1. Australian Commonwealth Military Forces Badge. 2. Purple/red felt 38th Battalion colour patch. 3. Chevron stripes 3 x blue stripes - Overseas Service, 1 x red stripe for 1914 enlistment. 4. Gold metal Empire Wounded stripe. 5. Gold metal Returned from Active Service Badge. "The Wounded Stripe No 4", stamped on backing of Wounded Stripenumismatics-badges-military, uniforms - badges, passchendaele barracks trust

Richard James Smethurst enlisted No 2517 in the 7th reinforcements to the 5th Bn AIF on 13.7.15. He embarked for overseas and was hospitalised in Malta where he died from septicaemia caused by an insect bite on 28.11.15.550.1. Medals, court mounted, set of (3) re R.J Smethurst. 1. 1914-1915 Star 2. War Medal 1914-1919. 3. Victory Medal 550.2 Mothers and Widows Ribbon. Black cloth ribbon with silver bar. For a son KIA No 12701. Silver bar missing from bottom edge. (Possibly J2701)550.1, " Pte R.J Smethurst 2517 5 BN AIF" 550.2,"Australian Military Forces for Australia".medals, military, remembrance

This photo shows the group of ladies who were the official collectors for the Red Cross during WW1. The Australian Red Cross Society (ARCS) was formed just after the outbreak of the First World War in August 1914, originally as a branch of the the British Red Cross. It came into being as a branch of the British Red Cross Society on August 13th 1914 to succour the wounded in the First World War.This is a contemporary record of a significant event in Orbost. It reflects the involvement of Orbost, a small town, in the efforts of the Australian Red Cross Society to provide comforts to soldiers during World war 1.A black / white photograph post card of a group of nine ladies wearing white uniforms with red crosses on the front. They are wearing hats / veils.on front - "Leila Perry, Grace Cameron,Nell Cameron, Jean Cameron, Flora Cameron, Jean Stirling, Lily Perry , Anne Stirling" on back - "For Historical Society - official collectors for Red Cross 1914-1918 War"red-cross-orbost

These are WW1 Australian soldiers, They have leather bandoliers, leather leggings and spurs. Most have slouch hats. Therefore they are probably drivers. The big officer in the middle has red tabs so it is assumed he would be Colonel or above. Seated on the ground, right side is a veteran. He has a colour patch with the letter "A" . There is a Lance Corporal with a colour patch. I would place this as c1916-1918.This is a small group portrait set into a cardboard frame. The photo is black and white. There are 3 ranks of soldiers in front of a timber weatherboard building.On the back written in texta is Mrs O. Pell.photograph, ww1

One of a collection of photographs donated by Nancy McHaffie Rankine McHaffie (John Rankine McHaffie) 1st cousin to Noel Wemyss McHaffie, both grandsons of John David McHaffie (first permanent European settler of Phillip Island). Enlisted WW1 as sapper in Field Company Engineers (service number 19907) and embarked from Melbourne in ship HMAT Nestor A71 on 21 November 1917.Sepia photograph of Rankin McHaffie, the son of Quinton McHaffie.On back: Rankin McHaffie - son of Quinton McHaffie.rankin mchaffie, mchaffie family, quinton mchaffie, n mchaffie

The letters are all related to William John Turner being recommended for a "Life Membership" of the Bendigo RSL Sub Branch. .1) Appears to be a final one although not officially signed. .2) .3) These are possibly earlier versions of .1) Cat No 8029 is a framed copy. Cat No 8030 is TURNERS Life Membership and his volunteer/committee work with the Sub Branch as well as his WW1 service history..1) Letter, paper with the letter head of the "Returned Sailors, Soldiers & Airman's Imperial League of Australia" Bendigo Sub Branch, all type/print in black signed in blue pen. .2) Letter paper typed in black and dated. .3) Letter paper typed in black and dated..1) "Bendigo Sub Branch 13th May 1954" - "Re: TURNER W.J" .2) "Memorial Hall Pall Mall Bendigo May 1954" .3) Same as .2)brsl, smirsl, letter, recommendation

HMAS BENDIGO (J187) was an Australian made "Corvette" which served throughout WW2 until 'paid off' on 27 September 1946. The Bendigo Military Museum also holds the last ensign of HMAS BENDIGO, it has a large number of auto graphs. We also hold the wooden crest and Battle Honours Board, this is on loan for 5 years. Refer to Cat 4546 Ensign.1. This is a medium size ships bell. It is cast from Brass. It has a protrusion on the top with a hole in it, used for mounting. The words HMAS BENDIGO 1941 are engraved into the side and painted black. The exterior surface has a few pits, but has been polished numerous times. The interior surface is rough cast, with a large quantity of dints, where it has been struck by the clapper. 2. This is the clapper. There is a steel hook under which is a weight of steel. Under that is a ring. Suspended from the bottom ring is the rope handle. This is an excellent example of navy rope work. At the top of it is a metal ring. Under that is a white and red stylised crown. Under the 'headband' of the crown is a white rope handle with blue inserts. At the bottom is a large rope "Ball" with numerous rope threads of about 180mm length.ww2, ran, hmas bendigo

The National Registration Card was issued to everyone in Great Britain at the outbreak of WW2. Introduced in 1939 at the outbreak of war. It had to be carried at all times if you were an adult and shown upon demand to the Police etc. Initially, all cards were coloured brown like my Dad's example, but in 1943 a new blue coloured card was introduced for adults. This card was issued in 1943.Used in the UK by residents during WW2Folding identity card made from light cardboardOn the cover (see image) is a picture of the British coat of arms and the wording National Registration Identity Card. Inside (see image) is information of person. Number: BCDP 157, Surname: Van Lier, Christian Names: Abraham, Class Code: A, Full Postal Address: 89 Sherwood Avenue Greenford UK, and his signature. On rear (see image) are endorsement stampsidentity card, national identity card, united kingdom, van lier, 1943, world war 2, ww2

The Baer, Froschle and Fugman families were interned in Camp 3 during WW2. Photograph taken 4 December 1943. Back row (left to right): Michael Baer, Martin Zimmermann, Wilhelm Fugmann. Front row: Martha Baer, Gerda Baer, Theo Baer, Irma Zimmermann, Irene Zimmermann, Lore Zimmermann, Hertha Fugmann, Gernot Fugmann and Ekkehard Fugmann. Black and white photograph of a 3 men standing, 3 women and 6 children sitting in front of a hut, camp 3. internment camp 3, baer family, zimmermann family, froschle family, fugman family

The Prager and Stadly families were internees in Camp 3 during WW2. Photograph taken 10 March 1945. Back row (left to right standing): Alfred Stadly and Fritz Prager. Front row sitting: Fred Stadly, Luise Stadly, Ursula Prager, Gertrud Prager and Rolf Prager. Black and white photograph in file. Foam backed photograph in file. Sepia photograph of two men standing behind two women and three children sitting. Hut in right hand side and left hand side. Shrubs behind the group.824alfred stadly, fritz prager, fred stadly, luise stadly, ursula prager, gertrud prager, rolf prager, camp 3 internees

The navigational computer was a circular slide rule used for calculating height and air speed corrections when flying an aircraft. The front cover lifts to reveal a further calculator used to solve vector triangles and plot course alterations. The device was intended to be strapped to a pilot's leg. The instrument was made by White and Gillespie (Melbourne) Pty Ltd c 1940 for the RAAF and used during WW2.Black metal box with silver metal flap top cover affixed with rotating circular rule . Two adjustable belts are affixed to the base of black box. A small spiral bound note book is contained beneath the flap top. RAAF Computer Navigational system MK. III. D. Serial No WG 2833navigation, raaf, computer, aircraft, ww2, 1940

These refer to the service of "Dinnen, Thomas Michael" NX17247, Born Annandale, NSW. Enlisted 24 May 1940. Discharged 29 Oct 1945, Rank L/Sgt in 2/17 Aust Inf. Btn.1. portrait of an Australian Soldier with a peaked cap. He has a Rising Sun badge on his cap. The portrait is black and white. 2. Black and white photo - group of five Australian soldiers WW2. They are positioned in front of a simple weatherboard wall. A ladder is on the ground behind them. A cross in blue ink marks one soldier. Written on top of photo is - Tom Dinnen. 3. Postcard in form of a Palestinian Pound in black and white. It has three images in circles. A woman and two male soldiers. It has two written languages, Hebrew and Arabic. It is unposted.1. On the back is "To Thelma with Best Regards from Tom". On the front bottom is written Tom Dinnen. 2. Written on back is Tom Dinnen, 23 Dec 1940. 3. On the rear is written "Bell, Jim & Tom".ww2, photos, soldiers

These are copies of original posters reproduced on Photograph paper.Set of photos of women's service posters WW2. .1) WAAAF Recruiting poster coloured photo .2) AWAS recruiting poser photo for AA defence in colour .3) Recruiting poster for AIF showing mother and child. .4) Recruiting poster photo for womens land army .5) Recruiting poster photo women to join red cross. 2 shillings membership in colour. .6) Recruiting poster for women to be a victory job. in colour. .7) Welcome back poster photo displaying woman with red cross badge in colour. posters, photographs, recruiting

This is a print of a Supermarine Spitfire Mk1, 19th SQN, Royal Air Force, RAF Duxford -Summer 1940. (Refer https://ww2-weapons.com/supermarine-spitfire-mk-i-2/ ) ( This Print was kindly donated by the Family of the Late Alan Leslie Menlove British Soldier ) The print has description in writing regarding - Propeller, Merlin Engine, Spitfire Genesis, Armour Protection, Stopping the Luftwaffe, Spitfire P9386, No. 19 Sqn, Subsequent Spitfires, Armament, Carburettor, Main Undercarriage, Tactics, Camouflage, Manoeuvrability Wooden dark stain frame, glass protection over print. . Refer Physical description and photographs.

895.1 - Printed card, inviting Mr. R. Wearne to a WW2 or WWII Memorial Service at Malvern Depot on 16/6/1946. Arranged by The Employees of Malvern Tram Depot" and signed by F. H. Dye, Depot Delegate. 895.1 - Printed sheet, folded on off white paper, three sides, with a border on the front page, "Order of Service", Malvern Tramway Men and the Second World War, Unveiling Ceremony. Honouring the memory of two soldier's from Malvern Depot, J. Giggins (killed 1941) and W. E. Armstrong (who died as a PWO in 1943).hand written informationtrams, tramways, world war 2, malvern depot

Robert Charles Letts - enlisted 1 Nov 1942 - discharged 27 Nov 1945. Rank: Pte Unit: 2/11 Aust mobile laundryThere are two old pay books for a WW2 soldier. 1. This has a brown buckram cover. No 260051. Australian Military Forces "Soldiers Pay Book" is printed at bottom. The centre has the Australian Government Crest. 2. Light brown cover. No. C90941 - Australian Military Forces "Soldiers Pay Book" is printed at bottom. The centre has the Australian Government Crest. Extra line at bottom marked 'continuation'. Inside both books are pages showing places - money - dates. The loose pages and cover are held together by two staples/book. 1. V65066 crossed out then VX 119118 written above it in white ink, LETTS, Robert Charles. The rear page has personal information. 2. VX119118 LETTS, Robert Charles. On front cover there is pay information and personal information throughout book. Rear cover has 2 x B & W portraits of soldier.ww2, soldiers pay

Holmes Family WW1 memorabilia Château de Malmaison is a country house in the city of Rueil-Malmaison about 12 km from Paris. It was formerly the residence of Joséphine de Beauharnais. She bought the house in April 1799 for herself and her husband, General Napoléon Bonaparte. From 1800 to 1802 the headquarters of the French government. (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ch%C3%A2teau_de_Malmaison, accessed 11/07/2014(Black and White postcard of a double storey chateau in France.chatham-holmes family collection, mailmaison, france, world war one, napoleon, postcard

The coat along with matching hat and dress ensemble was made in 1980 at the Deniliquin TAFE 'Garment Assembly' course which was 2 years in duration. Mrs Sayer was always crafty but not great at other subjects. Coat is lined with a petticoat which Mrs Sayer wore in 1958. The seal fur collar was purchased by Mrs Sayer's mother at the shop 'Manly Corso' in Sydney, after WW1 with money from her father.Light brown wool coat with seal fur collar attached. Lined with red fabric from the petticoat of a taffeta and lace dress that was worn by Mrs Sayer in 1958. Wooden buttons down coat and on sleeves. Coat has been handmade and has no label.coat, wool, fur, fashion

The owner of the uniform jacket is unknown at present. This appears to be a set made up for display. Service Medal ribbons on uniform are; 1. British War Medal 2. WW1 Victory Medal (faded) with MID leaf 3. Possibly Colonial Auxillary Forces decoration 1901-1938 (Green) or Colonial Auxillary Forces - Long Service 1901-1937 (Green). 4. Efficiency Decoration 1930- onwards (faded).. 1. Khaki jacket - old pattern. Four front pockets - held shut with dark copper buttons. Rising Sun Collar Badges. Lt. Colonel metal rank badges on epaulettes. the jacket has plain khaki lining. But has striped lining in the arms. It has a ribbon bar showing four medals and i M.I.D. leaf. The arms have a circular red/black colour patch, 3.3 cm diameter. 2. Khaki trousers - Two side pockets, one hip pocket. 3. Sam Browne belt - tan leather. Brass fittings includes sword holder. 4. Scabbard, tan leather with a silver top. Suits a sword. 5. Hat - peaked, khaki with dark Rising Sun Badge. 6. Belt - khaki woollen with dark copper buckle. Inside belt are light brown buttons. 7. Tie - Khaki woollen. 8. Shirt, Khaki, cotton polyester with Sgts stripes.officers uniform, accoutrements, passchendaele barracks trust

This bag could be used for carrying sheet music or similar documents. The item was owned by Gethla Forsyth who graduated as a nurse from the Alfred Hospital Melbourne in 1936. Gethla served in the Australian Nursing Corps in WW2. Gethla was a sister to Gladys who was married to Dr Angus , a long serving doctor in Warrnambool. her family had earlier connections to the district in the 1900's in the Koroit area.A common object but an interesting social connection.Brown leather bag with metal catches and handle. It has a small gusset in each side. Long rectangular in shape."Gethla Forsyth" written inside on right hand side.warrnambool, gethla forsyth, leather music satchel

HMAS Bathurst (J158) named after the City of Bathurst NSW is the lead ship of 60 Bathurst class corvettes that were constructed during WW2. The Bathurst was constructed in 1940 her early career was spent operating with the British Eastern Fleet. Bathurst returned to Australian waters in 1944 and was deployed to New Guinea i n 1945. Bathurst was paid off in 1946 and sold for scrap in 1948.There were 60 Bathurst class corvettes constructed during WW2 the photograph in this collection is HMAS Bathurst the lead ship of 60. In this collection there are photograph albums, diaries and documents relating to W2156 Noel G Hernan, Stoker, including Sailor's Pay Book, Balmoral Naval Depot Identity Card, Entitlement to War Gratuity, Clothing Ration Card 1945-46 Issue, letters, newspaper cuttings, train tickets, a booklet 'V for Victory, Notes for Guidance in the Wearing of Campaign Stars and War Medals on Civilian Clothes. All of these items are the originals of W2156 Noel G Hernan and the photograph albums and diaries are those collected and amassed by W2156 Noel G Herman. Photograph of HMAS Bathburst., An oblong photograph, colour, kodac paper, a colour photograph of HMAS Bathurst a Bathurst Class Corvette.There is an enlarged print of this colour photograph, framed. The large framed version is hanging in the Geelong RSL 1st Floor.

Mervyn Chivers dies. Article in 'The Mail' 23-Aug-1989 .Mervyn joined the air force in WW2 and served in the Middle East and England. He was a well known resident with interests in the Box Hill Operatic Society and sang in many choirs. He was also involved with the Masonic Lodge and was Secretary of the Ringwood RSL. As a member of the Historical Society wrote histories of both the Ringwood RSL and HeathmontPhotocopy of article from the Mail 23-Aug-1989 noting Mervyn Chivers death and his community involvement. +Additional Keywords: Chivers, Mervyn

This photograph was taken in 1945, as WW2 was ending. It shows Orbost men who are members of the Orbost Football Club, their Club trainer, and Club President. Football has always been a strong and well-supported sport in the Orbost district, with two teams in Orbost, another at Newmerella and outlying localities. These days (2023), there is only one club still existing in Orbost with a clubhouse and football field at Lochiel Park.Evidence of Orbost Football Club, 1945A b/w photograph of a group of 20 men wearing jumpers with a logo OFC and two other men in suits. This is a posed photograph with men at the back standing, and men at the front kneeling. It has been taken on a sportsfield. On back of photo: Orbost Football Club 1945. Back row L-R Artie Young (trainer), Alex McDonald, Mac Lock, Rick Railey, Tom Wehner, Bill Murphy, Clarrie Stevens, Ray Smith, Alan Hammond, -------------, Clyde Lynn, Maurice Marshall, John Stoddard (President) Front row L-R ----------------, ----------------, Reg Kettyle, Ray Cooney, George Watson, --------------, Sam Lynn, Jim Lynn, ...Parsonssport, football, orbost football club

Probably taken at a Holmes family property: "Launchley' or 'Sauchieburn" at Ascot, Ballarat District or "Launchley Park", Derrinallum in the Western District. The latter property was a property Harry and Edith Holmes purchased in 1938 on the return of their eldest son, John Henry [Jack], from WW2. David looks to be wearing his St Patrick's Christian Brother College, Ballarat school uniform. [Jane Dyer, May 2024]Photograph of three children. L- R Mary Elizabeth Holmes, ? [ nephew David Smerdon Holmes] and ? [ brother David Coghill Holmes]chatham-holmes collection, mary elizabeth holmes, ww2, derrinallum, ascot victoria

The Bulach, Ehnis, Beilharz and Froschle families were interned in Camp 3 during WW2. Photograph taken 13 February 1943. Back row (left to right): Fritz Bulach, Annelise Bulach, Eleonore Ehnis, Hermann Beilharz, Friedhelm Bulach, Irene Beilharz, Friedrich Froschle. Front row: Gunda Froschle, Ernstine Beilharz, Rudiger Froschle, Heinz Bulach and Anne Bulach. Black and white photograph of a 6 people standing, 3 women sitting with 2 children on ladies lap and 1 child standing in front of a hut, camp 3. internment camp 3, bulach family, ehnis family, beilharz family, froschle family

Rose Series postcard No. P 3350, titled "Town Hall Corner Melbourne", with a W2 southbound in Swanston Street and westbound W2 class No. 543 (City Route 47) in Collins Street with another W2 climbing the Collins Street hill eastbound. All trams have a white stripe and part white bumper bars as part of the WW2 blackout measures. The Melbourne Town Hall is in the background.Yields information the Melbourne Town Hall, early 1940sPostcard - printed real photograph with Rose Stereograph Co. name on the rear. Two copies held.On rear of 2nd copy in ink "To Kiwi No. 2975 from Kiwi No. 4755"tramways, trams, swanston st, collins st, w2 class, tram 543, world war ii, melbourne town hall, route 47

The photo comes from a souvenir brochure printed for the dedication of The Shrine on 7 April 1918, a copy of which is also held in the collection.. The Shrine was opened on Sunday 7 April 1918. Mrs C H D Steele, President of the local Patriotic League, is credited with the idea of building The Shrine as a fitting memorial to the WW1 soldiers of the district. The Surrey Hills Progress Association coordinated raising funds from local residents. John Kendrick Blogg carved the beautiful honor roll in Indian teak and Australian white mahogany and the design of the Shrine was by John Stevens Gawler, architect of Gawler & Drummond. Both men donated their services. It was one of the first WW1 memorials to be built and is noted for its use of Australian motifs, wattle blossom and gum leaves. The boomerang over the full width of the monument was said to be symbolic of both those who did and did not return. Surrey Hills Progress Association coordinated fundraising to build the memorial. There is a bound copy of a history of The Shrine by Robin Doble in the collection.Black & white photo of the artist's impression of The Shrine in the Surrey Gardens. surrey gardens, john kendrick blogg (mr), surrey hills progress association, john stevens gawler, gawler and drummond, the shrine, war memorials, sarah margaret russell (miss), sarah margaret steele (mrs), mrs charles henry dillon steele