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Trafalgar Holden Museum
Functional object - foot last
Used by cobblers for the repair of footwear ca1910we believe this was retailed by HOLDEN ca 1910Iron cast three shaped shoe lastAJK TITANshoe last, cobblers, civilian, ca1910 -
National Wool Museum
Book, Knitting, Patons and Baldwins' Specialty Knitting Book no. 104
This knitting pattern book was produced during 1939-45 by Patons and Baldwins' and contains knitting patterns for mens civilian and service garments. It also includes a number of patterns for convalescent and hospital coverings, including a splint coverKnitting Book (front cover) - Patons and Baldwins' Specialty Knitting Book no. 104, WWII. Knitting Book (back cover) - Patons and Baldwins' Specialty Knitting Book no. 104, WWII.PATONS & BALDWINS' / SPECIALTY / Knitting Book / No. 104 / 6D. / COMFORTS FOR / LAND, SEA, / AIR, AND / HOSPITAL USEknitting world war ii, patons and baldwins (australia) ltd, knitting, world war ii -
8th/13th Victorian Mounted Rifles Regimental Collection
Functional object - Place Mat
Major Robert Morrison served with 8/13th Victorian Mounted Rifles 1979-1990. In his civilian occupation he was a TV and radio announcer. He served as commentator at numerous military functions including the Tattoo.Circular decorative silver place mat, engraved at centre, with plastic base" Major R.N. Morrison 1979 - 1990"morrison, vmr, mess -
Wangaratta RSL Sub Branch
Poster - Framed Poster, c1940
Recruitment poster urgently calling for enlistments to the AIF during World War Two. The poster depicts a man donning a uniform, rifle in one hand, his civilian clothes lie in heap on the ground behind him.Australian Commonwealth Military Forces Second World War recruitment poster released in 1941 before Japan had entered the war, at a time when many Australians were reluctant to enlist to fight on the other side of the world. Dark timber frame containing poster of a soldier JOIN THE A.I.F THIS IS SERIOUS ENLIST NOWrecruiting, oster, ww2 -
Nhill Aviation Heritage Centre
Booklet - Aircraft recongnition booklets x2, Aeroplane Recognition Test, What is it?, c1930s
The book was produced to compliment various publications to aid identification of aircraft during WWII. Aircraft recognition was carried out by RAF crews, Anti Aircraft gun crews, Royal Observer Corps, Civilian Raid Spotters and Shipping. Two books, paperback, 17 pages, black and white images, AEROPLANE Recongnition Tests, What is it? Part 3 images 81 to 116 and Part 4 images 117 to 152 Temple Press Ltd Bowling Green Lane, London -
Bendigo Military Museum
Newspaper - NEWSPAPER, 1945, Guinea Gold, 16.6.1945
Some items include, B 29 raids over Osaka, General Blamey in Bougainville, British concessions to India, post war housing plan, Soviet Govt announces trial of Polish leaders, the races, civilian news.Newspaper, Guinea Gold, yellowed, 4 pages, all printing in Black, no illustrations or photos.ON Front, “Vol 3 No 209 - Sat June 16 1945”guinea gold, newspapers, 1945 -
Bendigo Military Museum
Album - ALBUM, PHOTOGRAPH, c.1918
The Soldier was probably FRED CARLTON.Photo album, fabric cover, leather strap with rusted metallic locking, contains 36 photos from WWI era? with black backing card, semi transparent cover of pictures have faint spider / spider web embossed pattern. Photos are civilian scenes from Gaza & a few of Gaza War Cemetery.Each picture has short text describing the subject.books-albums, photography-photographs -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Book - JULIA COMER AUTOGRAPH BOOK 1916, 1916
Book, Autograph book 1916, About 30 pages of Service people and civilians have signed into this book, brown heavy paper cover with cream pages, and is very fragile. Inside front cover : Julia Comer, 72 Queen St, Bendigo. Patrick Leo Nihill's war record enclosed ( National Archives )D Comerbook, bendigo, 38th battalion aif -
4th/19th Prince of Wales's Light Horse Regiment Unit History Room
Medal, South Atlantic Medal
The South Atlantic Medal is a British campaign medal awarded to British military personnel and civilians for service in the Falklands War of 1982, between the United Kingdom and Argentina; 29,700 were issued. The South Atlantic Medal Association was formed in 1997. The medal is a coin, made of cupronickel, 36 mm in diameter, and was struck by the Royal Mint and issued by the Army Medal Office, Droitwich. The obverse side bears a crowned effigy of the The Queen. Like a modern British coin, it has the abbreviated form of ELIZABETH II DEI GRATIA REGINA FIDEI DEFENSOR ("Elizabeth II, by the grace of God, Queen and Defender of the Faith") on the border and the Queen is facing to the right. The reverse side has the Falkland Islands' coat of arms, which bears the words "DESIRE THE RIGHT" (an allusion to English explorer John Davis' ship, "Desire"). A laurel wreath and the words "SOUTH ATLANTIC MEDAL" make up the border. CPL J FINLAY (number) RAFmedal, south atlantic, falklands -
Ithacan Historical Society
Photograph, WW2 Australian Defence Forces - Allied Aliens, c1940s
Young Greek born men who had migrated to Australia were recruited to the defence forces during World War 2. Pictured is a group belonging to Civilian Military Forces. Standing, second from the right, is Nakis (Nick) Raftopoulos.During the period of the second world war, Ithacans who were unnaturalised were recruited into the Civilian Military Forces as 'Allied Aliens' and served the war effort on the home front. Naturalised Ithacans saw active service.A black and white photograph of nine men in army uniform at a camp. Five men are standing behind the other four who are sitting in front. -
Wangaratta RSL Sub Branch
Audio - Oral history interview, Gary Hadley, 21/3/2018
Gary Hadley reflects on changing attitudes towards Vietnam veterans. He recounts that during the war, military grooming standards made blending in with civilians difficult and – coupled with the widespread opposition to the Vietnam War – were a potential risk to the troupes’ safety.This digital oral history interview was conducted at Wangaratta RSL Sub Branch on March 21, 2018 as part of the Veterans Heritage Project.gary hadley, vietnam war, oral history -
Bendigo Military Museum
Postcard - POSTCARDS WW1, c.1914
.1) H.N.Cummin. Harold Nesbit Cummin had prior Military service (unclear) to joining the AIF. No 1239 he enlisted on 17.8.1915 in the 6th reinforcements to the 11th Light Horse Regt age 20 years. Embark for Egypt 27.10.1915, hospital 3.1.1916 with Bronvhitis, rejoin unit 15.1.1916, over some 7 months from 4.4.1916 he transfers 4 times until 2.11.1916 and listed as 4th Australian Camel Regt, by 16.2.1917 he is classed as being with 11th Coy 3rd Anzac Batt 1st Camel Brigade, WIA 1.12.1917 GSW’s, DOW’s at 2nd L.H.Brigade Field Ambulance 1.12.1917 in Jaffa. Refer 2535P re his brother Alexander Norman. The photo obviously refers to his previous service as the photo is dated “Oct 1914”. The Germans are possibly people interned after outbreak of the war. .1) Photo of 4 armed Australian Soldiers with 6 civilians, verso postcard has hand written description. .2) Generic postcard from Egypt to a brother, verso letter from Harold to Norman. .3) Photo of 2 WWI German Servicemen with no headgear, verso addressed to a German lady - see Inscriptions & Markings. .1) SGT LOCK (Tamworth), CPL H N CUMMIN & PTES CHAPMAN & YOUNG (Tenterfield) in charge of German prisoners, Infantry Camp, Newcastle, NSW, October 1914. Address: To Norman with best wishes from his loving brother Harold. .2) Dated 5.10.1917 Dear Norman, .... 17 lines .... Your loving brother Harold. .3) To Frau A Muxfeldt Niendorf (Kr Tinneberg) Gaustedterueg No 19, Gesebrieben d 18 Juli 1918. Absender Hugu Muxfeldt No 252 15 Prisoner of War Coy France C/o GPO London Englandpostcards, photographs, 38th -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Document - W. BABIDGE COLLECTION: IDENTITY CARD
Pale brown Identity Card Number N22 M84 3818. Post mark on card is dated 31MR42. Card is in the name of William David Babidge. On the front is a change of address label dated 3/5/44. ON the back are 3 rules for the use of the card and signatures. Form C.R. 3. Civilian Registration (British Subjects.)Governmentdocument, w. babidge collection - identity card, william david babidge, divisional returning officer, form c.r. 3. -
Kyneton RSL Sub Branch
Patriotic sign
Replica WW1 sign welcoming Australian Troops home.Sign reads: Australia, Our boys are coming home soon. It’s our shout. Let,s buy them a Beer! On left side of sign is image of two men, one in uniform and the other in civilian clothes. Under which is the date: 1914 -1919ww1, homefront -
Bendigo Military Museum
Album - ALBUM, PHOTOGRAPHS BCOF, c. 1947 - 50
The photos re BCOF relate to William H Owen, the unit he is with appears to be RAAMC (Royal Australian Army Medical Corp)Photo album covers heavy cardboard black background with scenes of Japan in colour, sections are inlaid with Mother of Pearl. 18 sleeves with B & W photos both sides relating to service with BCOF Australian Forces in Japan. There are some civilian photos re scenes of Bendigo Victoria. BCOF. British Commonwealth Occupation Force (Japan)albums, bcof, photographs -
Bendigo Military Museum
Card - CLOTHING RATION CARD 1945-46, Commonwealth of Australia, 1945 - 46
All items have had points used, there would be a total of 56 points on a new card.Clothing Ration cards 1945 - 46 issue, light fawn colour, folding, one half details, other ration cards, issued by The Commonwealth of Australia, each individually numbered, Coat of Arms at top left, all print in black, spaces to enter name, address, civilian Identity number, rear has directions for use..1) Card No 341210, “Guiney Kathleen, 126 Sternberg St Bendigo”, “V4”, “F”, “23167” .2) Card No 341211, “Margaretta Guiney, 126 Sternberg St Bendigo”, “V4”, “F”, “23168” .3) Card No 341212, “Guiney Genevieve, 126 Sternberg St Bendigo”, “V4”, “F”, “23166”ration cards, clothing -
Bendigo Military Museum
Book - BOOK, WW2, Lee Opitz, Heroes - At Home & Abroad 1939-45, 1995
From Introduction: This book tells the personal stories of men and women who lived and served through World War II and marks the 50th Anniversary of the end of that war.Soft cardboard cover. Black print on front, spine & back, mottled yellow background colour. Front cover has an illustration of a male in uniform & a female civilian. Front cover has a triangle shape missing from top right hand corner. 119 pages, cut, plain, white. Illustrated with black & white photos.book, heroes, home, abroad -
8th/13th Victorian Mounted Rifles Regimental Collection
Photograph - 8/13 VMR soldiers
The 8th/13th Victorian Mounted Rifles was raised as a regiment of the Royal Australian Armoured Corps on 1 May 1948 with Headquarters in Melbourne and squadrons in Sale, Benalla/Wangaratta and Albury. In 1955 Regimental Headquarters moved to Wangaratta and a second squadron was located at Albury. The Sale squadron transferred to 4th/19th Prince of Wales’s Light Horse. In 1977 8/13 VMR Regiment was reduced to an independent squadron A Squadron 8th/13th Victorian Mounted Rifles and in 1991 was linked with 4th/19th Prince of Wales’s Light Horse forming the VMR Squadron of that regiment.Unique collection of photographs showing the first years of an armoured regiment of the post-Second World War era Citizen Military Forces showing equipment, uniforms, training and social activity and some personalities.Black and white photograph of two soldiers standing beside civilian utility vehicle, one wearing a long sleeved khaki drill workdress uniform. Other has sleeves rolled up and is wearing web belt. Both are wearing berets.One of a collection of photographs of 8th/13th Victorian Mounted Rifles Regiment between 1948 and 1951." Sgt. Alan Vietch, Sgt. Kilty McKay"mckay, veitch, 8/13 vmr, military, uniform, nulla -
Dandenong/Cranbourne RSL Sub Branch
South African Medal, Circa 1900s
The Queens South Africa Medal was awarded to British and Colonial Military personal and civilians who served in the Second Boer War. On the death of Queen Victoria the medal became the "Kings Africa Medal". Was awarded for service after January 1902. There were 176,000 medals awarded.Queens South African Medal. Round Silver Medal with 4 bars on cotton ribbon - Orange Red and Black stripes. The Bars were for campaigns South Africa 1902 , South Africa1901, Transvaal and Orange Free State. There were 26 bars awarded for the various campaigns. Obverse side shows Queen Victoria - reverse side depicts Britannia with South Africa above.The medal was awarded to Private J James # 2784. RLY. PNR. REG x. -
Clayton RSL Sub Branch
soft cover non-fiction book, Ice Water Press, Victory In Europe, 2010
The final crossing of the Rhine and the advance into Germany changed the course of European history forever. Introduces men and women from bith sides - British, American and German soldiers and civilians - whose bravery and endurance made the final push through Europe the defining drama of WW2.Soft cover book with 144 pagessticker on inside page P Cooper (personal contact details included on sticker) -
Warrnambool and District Historical Society Inc.
Certificate - RAAF Volunteer Air Observer's Corps S McDonald 1945, Circa 1945
The Volunteers Air Observers was formed in 1941 with the aim of observing aircraft flying over Australia. There were over 24,000 civilians volunteering their services and as the military threat to Australia subsided they took on roles as coast and weather watching. This certificate was presented to Miss S. McDonald of Warrnambool.A common item presented to people who contributed to the defence of Australia while in a civilian role.Cream paper with aircraft and Union Jack flags at top with man and woman in between with Royal Australian Air Force insignia below. Pale blue surrounding dark cream columns framing the details on the certificate. One Years service stickers x 2 on bottom For King and Empire. Presented to Miss S McDonald by the Royal Australian Air Force Volunteers air Observers Corps. Signed by G Jones Air Vice Marshal volunteer air observers corps,, miss s mcdonald warrnambool -
Moorabbin Air Museum
Book - A 1950's description of all things to do with operation of civilian aircraft and airports, ie such things as navigation, air space control, general air craft engine types, aircraft design. Does not have specific aircraft detail. THE WORLD'S AIRWAYS AND HOW THEY WORK, CAPTAIN J. W. G. JAMES, JOHN STROUD, THE WORLD'S AIRWAYS AND HOW THEY WORK, 1950
A 1950's description of all things to do with operation of civilian aircraft and airports, ie such things as navigation, air space control, general air craft engine types, aircraft design. Does not have specific aircraft detail. THE WORLD'S AIRWAYS AND HOW THEY WORKCover jacket showing black and white sketch of 1950's four radial engine passenger aircraft in flight, between orange coloured band top and bottom of cover.non-fictionA 1950's description of all things to do with operation of civilian aircraft and airports, ie such things as navigation, air space control, general air craft engine types, aircraft design. Does not have specific aircraft detail. THE WORLD'S AIRWAYS AND HOW THEY WORK -
Warrnambool and District Historical Society Inc.
Identity Card, Document, 1940s
This is an identity card from World War Two. In Australia every civilian person had to have an identity card during that time. These cards were established by the Federal Government in 1939 and continued until 1952. This identity card was issued to a member of the Stasinowsky family living in Warrnambool. This item is retained as an example of an Australian World War Two identity card. This is a buff-coloured card with black printing, handwriting and a stamp. It is enclosed in a cardboard envelope with a clear cellophane front.Identity Cardidentity cards, world war two, history of warrnambool -
Bendigo Military Museum
Book, Brenda Stevens - Chambers, Honkie & Ginny, From Black Sheep to Holy Dove, Henry Foster Midgley 1894 - 1917, 2013
Biography, cardboard cover with black print on yellow background. Front cover has 2 black & white portrait photos, a male in uniform & a female in civilian clothing. Also a small photo of poppies with the words 'At Peace in Flanders'. Back cover has black print comments & a colour photograph of a wreath. 220 pages, cut, illustrated with black & white photos.Title page in handwritten blue ballpoint ink: To Shirley and David with best wishes Brenda S.C 2014books - biography, military history - army -
Bendigo Military Museum
Artwork, other - CARD AND PAMPHLET, 2) Sirichai Press, 1) est 1945, .2) post 1945
.1) Possibly a ships boarding pass on return from Japan at wars end..2) 3 Pagodas was a place on the Burma Railway. Items belonged to Alfred Robert Maskell VX25221, 4th Anti Tank Regt 2nd AIF. Refer 2485 for medals and service history also 1076, 1100.2, 2489P. .1) Card, printed in black with hand written details on one side, rear is lined. The card details name, rank, sex, civilian, physical condition, name of ship embarked on, billet No. .2) Pamphlet, "The Bridge on the River Kwai, history of the Death Railway". Front has a drawing of the bridge, rear has depiction of the "3 Pagodas", 12 pages."Maskell Alfred R, Gunner AIF VX25221 British-M-Australia"identification, burma railway, ww2 -
National Vietnam Veterans Museum (NVVM)
Article - Article, Clipping, A Break From Vietnam War
An article from the Kerang New Times newspaper dated January 12, 1968 showing two soldiers in civilian clothing trying on a conical MP hat in Saigon. the soldiers names are Cpl Mal hatch from Fulhana SA and Cpl bernie Storer of Swan Hill. both soldiers are members of the Provost Detachment at Australian Force Headquarters in Saigon.newspaper, saigon, australian force headquarters -
Bacchus Marsh & District Historical Society
Photograph, Bacchus Marsh Football Club Premiers, 1912
This photo is one of the oldest known photographic records of an Australian Rules football team in the Bacchus Marsh area. Australian Rules football was played in this area as early as the 1870s. An organized competition to play regular matches was formed in the early years of the twentieth century. This photo records the premiership winning team of 1912 in the match played against Melton. The match was reported in the Bacchus Marsh Express of 31 August 1912. The names of the players are not recorded on this photo, but the Express records the names of Marsh, Fairbank, Northcott, Palmer, Roy Simpson, Morris, Tom Grant, Jack Taylor, Bert Jones, Portingale (c.), Densley Bros., Wittick, Harry Grant, Leonard, Odgers, Bodycote.This item has historic and social significance as an image of one of the early sporting teams of Bacchus Marsh and district. It is a typical example of team photographs of this era. It is evidence of the transition of football from a social informal setting to an organised activity and signals the growth of importance of sport, in this case Australian Rules football, as a cultural and social activity central to the Australian ethos.A sepia photograph print mounted on mounting board, showing a group of 27 men arranged in three rows in front of a banner reading PREMIERS 1912 BMFC. Eighteen men are in football guernseys, nine in civilian clothes, three of whom are carrying towels over their shoulders. One player, very likely the captain, is holding a football. The photo is taken in an outdoor setting. On the reverse in pencil: 'Middle row - 5th from left JOHN WITTICK.'bacchus marsh football club, australian rules football -
National Wool Museum
Book, Knitting, Patons Specialty Knitting Book no. 132
This book was produced by Patons and Baldwins and contains patterns of knitted garments for men. It was owned by Billie Rech, the aunt of the donor, who was a great knitter. It was produced during World War II and contains both service and civilian patterns, including a pattern for an amputation cover for either an arm or leg.Front cover of Patons and Baldwins Specialty Knitting Book no. 132. Contains WWII patterns. Back cover of Patons and Baldwins Specialty Knitting Book no. 132. Contains WWII patterns.PATONS & BALDWINS' / SPECIALTY / Knitting Book / No. 132 / 6 1/2D.handicrafts - history knitting world war ii, patons and baldwins (australia) ltd, handicrafts - history, knitting, world war ii -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Postcard - BASIL WATSON COLLECTION: POSTCARD ADDRESSED TO J.G. WATSON, ELSTERNWICK
postcard: On front: biplane with floats being put into water, wooden ramp from wharf. No. 851 on tail of plane. Men standing along wharf observing. On rear of card addressed to : Mr. J.G. Watson, St. Kilda Street, Elsternwick, Victoria. On LH side ' Nov 19th, 225 HP Sustcam ? ' My dear Dad, I am going up to A. Adam's probably this week and will have the metric spanners sent out. I came across a good pipe bender today cannot test the piping am enquiring about it will let you know the results. I can get you several useful articles over here if you want them. Fas?'aviation, civilian, j.g. watson postcard, basil watson collection, j.g. watson -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Postcard - BASIL WATSON COLLECTION: BIPLANE FLYING OVER CROWD OF PEOPLE
postcard: biplane flying over crowd of people, no location given.aviation, civilian, biplane, basil watson collection, biplane