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Stawell Historical Society Inc
Photograph, Soldiers' Memorial World War 2 in Main Street -- Showing inscription 1999
... Soldiers' Memorial World War 2 in Main Street -- Showing...World War 2 Soldiers’ Memorial 1999. "In remembrance WW2...Two black & white photos taken in 1999 of World War 2... grampians Photograph Soldiers' Memorial World War 2 in Main Street ...World War 2 Soldiers’ Memorial 1999. "In remembrance WW2 and Korean War, Malaysia, Borneo, Vietnam". The unveiling ceremony of the memorial was held on Sunday Nov 4th, 1956, by Lieutenant Edmond Herring. KCMG. DSO. MC. EO. The ceremony was dedicated "To the men of Stawell and District who paid the supreme sacrifice in World War 2 and Korean War. Two black & white photos taken in 1999 of World War 2 memorial. One photo an enlargement of the other. The memorial includes a list of all these who served in World War 2 and sits in a garden bed. At the top of the list is a world globe showing Australia surrounded by Asia, at the base Remembrance is prominently written around the base. stawell ww2 -
Eltham District Historical Society Inc
Photograph, Shire of Nillumbik World War One Memorials tour, 10 August 2016
... Shire of Nillumbik World War One Memorials tour, 10 August...world war 1.... These included Eltham township, the Shire of Eltham War Memorial...Christmas Hills and District Honour Roll World War 1 1914... melbourne Photograph Photograph Shire of Nillumbik World War One ...As part of a program to acknowledge the Anzac Centenary Nillumbik Shire Council partnered with Yarra Plenty Regional Library to provide a bus tour with commentary of local sites of significance. These included Eltham township, the Shire of Eltham War Memorial at Kangaroo Ground, Christmas Hills war memorial, Hurstbridge memorial recreation park and finshed at Eltham Library to view the Writing the War exhibtion at Eltham Library Community Gallery. In May 2015 Nillumbik Shire Council received Anzac Centenary Local Grants Program funding for the restoration and enhancement of the Christmas Hills cenotaph as a project to commemorate the First World War An interpretative project lists names on the honour roll for Christmas Hills and District Born DigitalChristmas Hills and District Honour Roll World War 1 1914-1918 Lest we forget Arthur Stanley Ashmore James Edward Betts Herbert Eugene Borner Harry Conway* George Benjamin Muir Henry (Harry) Thomas Muir George Peter Maurice Saltau George Edwin Smith James Henry Sumner John Valentine Wilson* *Killed in actionworld war 1, war memorials, shire of nillumbik, christmas hills, interpretative signage, list, names, honour roll -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Article, Nursing in the Second World War, 1990
... Nursing in the Second World War...World War 1939-1945... in the 1990s, wrote of her experiences in World war 1939-1945. Her... Mitcham melbourne Article Article Nursing in the Second World War ...Sister Elizabeth Burchill, a resident of Whitehorse in the 1990s, wrote of her experiences in World war 1939-1945.Sister Elizabeth Burchill, a resident of Whitehorse in the 1990s, wrote of her experiences in World war 1939-1945. Her book, 'Australian Nurses since Nightingale 1869-1990' tells of her work in the Middle East, Australia and New Guinea.Sister Elizabeth Burchill, a resident of Whitehorse in the 1990s, wrote of her experiences in World war 1939-1945. burchill, elizabeth, world war 1939-1945, nursing -
Melbourne Legacy
Photograph - Photo, Widows function, World War 1 Widows Lunch 1993, 1993
... World War 1 Widows Lunch 1993...A special luncheon was held for 61 World War 1 widows...Black and white photo x 8 of a World War 1 widows' luncheon... Photo, Widows function Photograph World War 1 Widows Lunch 1993 ...A special luncheon was held for 61 World War 1 widows as a lead up to "Legacy Week". Legatees dressed up as moustached waiters to add a bit of humour to the day. Due to its success it was held for a number of years. Legatee waiters included Lucky Luscombe George Woodward and Alan Woodward. Ron Austin, a World War I veteran spoke to entertain the ladies. See also 00907 for colour photos of the same day. The WWI group would meet on the 2nd Thursday of each month at 11 at Legacy House for many years until their numbers dwindled.A record of the type of activities Legacy provided as a social outlet for the widows.Black and white photo x 8 of a World War 1 widows' luncheon in 1993 and two proof sheets.widows, ron austin, function -
Melbourne Legacy
Photograph - Widows function, World War 1 Widows Lunch 1995, 1995
... World War 1 Widows Lunch 1995...A special luncheon was held for World War I widows...Colour photo x 9 of a World War 1 widows' luncheon in 1995.... Widows function Photograph World War 1 Widows Lunch 1995 Colour ...A special luncheon was held for World War I widows as a lead up to "Legacy Week". Legatees dressed up as waiters to add a bit of humour to the day. They would sing for the ladies, Legatee Eddie Jowett is helping lead the singing. Due to its success it was held for a number of years. Legatee waiters included Lucky Luscombe and George Woodward. President David Millie is seen speaking to the ladies. The WWI group would meet on the 2nd Thursday of each month at 11 at Legacy House for many years until their numbers dwindled.A record of the type of activities Legacy provided as a social outlet for the widows.Colour photo x 9 of a World War 1 widows' luncheon in 1995.Printed on the back 9490182 N N N N 2widows, function -
Ringwood RSL Sub-Branch
Medal - WW2 Australian Defense Medal Australian Service Medal Australian War Medal RAS badge and 60th Anniversary of the end of World War 2 Medallion
... World War 2 Medallion ... of World War 2 Medallion ... of the end of World War 2 Medallion Medal WW2 Australian Defense ...WW2 Australian Defense Medal Australian Service Medal Australian War Medal RAS badge and 60th Anniversary of the end of World War 2 Medallion G.W.Jensen -
Greensborough Historical Society
Article, Alexander John McDonald, 1914-1918
... world war 1 project... service in World War 1. At the time of his enlistment he...World War 1 Project... John McDonald and his service in World War 1. At the time ...A short article about Alexander John McDonald and his service in World War 1. At the time of his enlistment he was living at Violet Town and his father lived in Bundoora. A second article is included, written by John Gibson and titled: "Alexander John McDonald's Great War"; it gives further detail about this soldier.Article 1:One page, text and colour images; Article 2: 4 pages text and colour imagesworld war 1 project, alexander john mcdonald -
Melbourne Legacy
Photograph - Photo, Widows function, World War 1 Widows Lunch 1998, 1998
... World War 1 Widows Lunch 1998...A special luncheon was held for World War 1 widows...Colour photo x 10 of a World War 1 widows' luncheon in 1998.... Photo, Widows function Photograph World War 1 Widows Lunch 1998 ...A special luncheon was held for World War 1 widows as a lead up to "Legacy Week". Legatees dressed up as French waiters to add a bit of humour to the day. Due to its success it was held for a number of years. Legatee waiters included George Woodward and Eddie Jowett. There was singing as entertainment, Eddie Jowett helped with the singing. It is assumed to be 1998 as Tom Butcher appears to be the President talking to the ladies (in 00933.5). The WWI group would meet on the 2nd Thursday of each month at 11am at Legacy House for many years until their numbers dwindled.A record of the type of activities Legacy provided as a social outlet for the widows.Colour photo x 10 of a World War 1 widows' luncheon in 1998.Printed on the back " -
Melbourne Legacy
Photograph - Widows function, World War 1 Widows Lunch 1992, 1992
... World War 1 Widows Lunch 1992...A special luncheon was held for World War I widows...Colour photo x 11 of a World War 1 widows lunch.... Widows function Photograph World War 1 Widows Lunch 1992 Colour ...A special luncheon was held for World War I widows as a lead up to "Legacy Week". Legatees dressed up as moustached French waiters to add a bit of humour to the day. Due to its success it was held for a number of years. Seated with the widows is President Geoff Swan who was president in 1992. Also Sir Weary Dunlop attended. Another photo shows a film crew from SBS recording the event. Legatee Lucky Luscombe is seen serving bowls of food. Also President Swan presenting flowers to Audrey the lady who ran the kitchen. The WWI group would meet on the 2nd Thursday of each month at 11 at Legacy House for many years until their numbers dwindled.A record of the type of activities Legacy provided as a social outlet for the widows.Colour photo x 11 of a World War 1 widows lunch.widows, function -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Newspaper - NEWSPAPER: WORLD WAR 1 BENDIGO & DISTRICT CASUALTY LIST
... NEWSPAPER: WORLD WAR 1 BENDIGO & DISTRICT CASUALTY LIST...Aged , partly damaged Newspaper - World War 1 Bendigo... Aged , partly damaged Newspaper - World War 1 Bendigo ...Aged , partly damaged Newspaper - World War 1 Bendigo & District Casualty list - Killed in action 1915-1918- 854 -'Bendigo Advertiser Wednesday 13.11.1918newspaper, bendigo advertiser, ww1, -'bendigo advertiser 13.11.1918 -
Melbourne Legacy
Photograph - Widows function, World War 1 Widows Lunch 1995, 1992
... World War 1 Widows Lunch 1995...A special luncheon was held for World War 1 widows...Colour photo x 4 of a World War 1 widows lunch.... Widows function Photograph World War 1 Widows Lunch 1995 Colour ...A special luncheon was held for World War 1 widows as a lead up to "Legacy Week". Legatees dressed up as waiters to add a bit of humour to the day. Also Legatee Eddie Jowett led some singing. Due to its success it was held for a number of years. Seated with the widows is President David Millie who was president in 1995. Another shows Legatee George Woodward laughing with widow Mollie Thiele (in purple). Also President Millie in the kitchen thanking Audrey, the lady who ran the kitchen, and her helpers. Audrey is on the far right, next to her is Joan Miller. The WWI group would meet on the 2nd Thursday of each month at 11 at Legacy House for many years until their numbers dwindled.A record of the type of activities Legacy provided as a social outlet for the widows.Colour photo x 4 of a World War 1 widows lunch.widows, function, george woodward -
Port Melbourne Historical & Preservation Society
Book, Bruce Scates et al, World War One: A history in 100 stories, 2015
... World War One: A history in 100 stories...war - world war i..."World War One: A history in 100 stories" Stories from... Street) Port Melbourne melbourne Book World War One: A history ..."World War One: A history in 100 stories" Stories from men and women who had returned from WWI. The gassed, the crippled, the insane - all those irreparably damaged by war. Hardcover book of 369 pages. Compiled by Bruce Scates, Rebecca Wheatley and Laura James(inside title page) " For the people of Port Melbourne in memory of Allan Whittaker, Best, Bruce. Signed by Scates, Wheatley and Jamesarmed services, memorials, war - world war i, allan whittaker -
Melbourne Legacy
Photograph - Widows function, World War 1 Widows Lunch 1994, 1994
... World War 1 Widows Lunch 1994...A special luncheon was held for World War I widows...Colour photo of a World War 1 widows' luncheon in 1994... Widows function Photograph World War 1 Widows Lunch 1994 Colour ...A special luncheon was held for World War I widows as a lead up to "Legacy Week". Legatees dressed up as moustached waiters to add a bit of humour to the day. Due to its success it was held for a number of years. This is 1994 as the author Patsy Adam Smith was a guest and she was the Personality of the Year in 1994 and helped promote Legacy during Legacy Week. The photo of her and L/- Eddie Jowett also appeared in the October edition of the Answer. The WWI group would meet on the 2nd Thursday of each month at 11 at Legacy House for many years until their numbers dwindled. A record of the type of activities Legacy provided as a social outlet for the widows.Colour photo of a World War 1 widows' luncheon in 1994 and an article from the Answer.widows, function, answer -
Wodonga & District Historical Society Inc
Book - On the Home Front: Albury during the Second World War, Bruce J Pennay, 1992
... On the Home Front: Albury during the Second World War...Social life Second World War... On the Home Front: Albury during the Second World War Book Wodonga ...A study of the impact of the Second World War on life in Albury, NSWnon-fiction A study of the impact of the Second World War on life in Albury, NSWsocial life second world war, social conditions - 20th century, impact of second world war albury -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Book - 'OUR LIVERPOOL BOYS' - RECORD OF LIVERPOOL ENLISTEES WORLD WAR 1
... 'OUR LIVERPOOL BOYS' - RECORD OF LIVERPOOL ENLISTEES WORLD...liverpool world war 1... EVENT War liverpool world war 1 Liverpool Anzac World War 1 ...Booklet produced by Liverpool Council, Heritage Collections Curator and Family History Officer,- 'Our Liverpool Boys ' -to commemorate Liverpool's history as a military town and the sacrifices of many of Liverpool's young men. Discusses also the rioting soldiers from the Casula Camp and the Liverpool Camp who hijacked a train and went to Sydney where the rioting continued. Anzac link to Bendigo in family names - further research required.event, war, liverpool world war 1, liverpool, anzac, world war 1 -
Federation University Historical Collection
Correspondence, World War One Enlistment of Ballarat School of Mines Staff, 1915, 16/07/1915
... World War One Enlistment of Ballarat School of Mines Staff...world war one... to the Victorian Department of Education concerning the World War One... Correspondence World War One Enlistment of Ballarat School of Mines Staff ...Rough Correspondence from the Ballarat School of Mines to the Victorian Department of Education concerning the World War One enlistment of staff members William Paterson and Ken Moss, and Mr Brown,and whether the department will keep their positions open for them after the war. A paragraph of the handwritten correspondence has been crossed out. world war one, recruitment, william paterson, ken moss, brown, repatriation -
National Wool Museum
Document, Table of Limits for Appraisement of Australian Wool Clip During World War 2 (manuscript)
... During World War 2 (manuscript)... During World War II" - manuscript and notes.... / of Australian Wool Clip during / World War II. / Together with Various... of Australian Wool Clip During World War 2 (manuscript) Original M.S ..."Table of Limits for Appraisement of Australian Wool Clip During World War II" - manuscript and notes.Original M.S. Copy of / Table of Limits for Appraisement / of Australian Wool Clip during / World War II. / Together with Various Technical reports.wool bale descriptions wool sales wool brokering, c. of a. - central wool committee, wool bale descriptions, wool sales, wool brokering -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Newspaper - JENNY FOLEY COLLECTION: WORLD WAR 1 CLASSES OF 1916
... JENNY FOLEY COLLECTION: WORLD WAR 1 CLASSES OF 1916..., 2003. World War 1 classes of 1916: White Hills Primary School... "The way we were" from Monday, October 6, 2003. World War 1 classes ...Bendigo Advertiser "The way we were" from Monday, October 6, 2003. World War 1 classes of 1916: White Hills Primary School grades one and two. the photo is 87 years old and shows a group of 56 students with 18 girls and 38 boys making up the two classes. The children's ages appear to be quite varied as this was 1916 and in the midst of World War 1. The two women teachers' attire reflects the austerity of the times.newspaper, bendigo advertiser, the way we were -
Melbourne Legacy
Photograph - Widows function, World War 1 Widows Lunch 1996, 1994
... World War 1 Widows Lunch 1996...A special luncheon was held for World War 1 widows...Black and white photo of a World War 1 widows' luncheon... Widows function Photograph World War 1 Widows Lunch 1996 Black ...A special luncheon was held for World War 1 widows as a lead up to "Legacy Week". Legatees dressed up as moustached waiters to add a bit of humour to the day. Due to its success it was held for a number of years. The year is unknown but assumed to be 1994. There may be more photos to come and can be added here. The WWI group would meet on the 2nd Thursday of each month at 11 at Legacy House for many years until their numbers dwindled. The article in the Answer in October 1996 shows the event was still going then, but there were no photos at this stage so added the article here instead. Its a great photo of widow Beatrice Gay.A record of the type of activities Legacy provided as a social outlet for the widows.Black and white photo of a World War 1 widows' luncheon in 1994 and an article from 1996widows, function, answer -
Melbourne Legacy
Photograph - Photo, Widows function, World War 1 Widows Lunch 1992, 1992
... World War 1 Widows Lunch 1992...A special luncheon was held for World War 1 widows...Colour photo x 2 of Legatees as waiters at a World War 1... Photo, Widows function Photograph World War 1 Widows Lunch 1992 ...A special luncheon was held for World War 1 widows as a lead up to "Legacy Week". Legatees dressed up as moustached French waiters to add a bit of humour to the day. Due to its success it was held for a number of years. Legatee waiters included Legatees Lucky Luscombe, George Woodward, Stuart Leslie and John Stevenson (President in 1993). These colour photos were taken at the same time as the black and white photo (00909) used to promote the 1993 WWI widows luncheon. The WWI group would meet on the 2nd Thursday of each month at 11 at Legacy House for many years until their numbers dwindled.A record of the type of activities Legacy provided as a social outlet for the widows.Colour photo x 2 of Legatees as waiters at a World War 1 widows' luncheon in 1992.widows, function -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Newspaper - JENNY FOLEY COLLECTION: WORLD WAR 1
... JENNY FOLEY COLLECTION: WORLD WAR 1...Bendigo Advertiser ''The way we were'' from 2000. World... ''The way we were'' from 2000. World War 1: Bendigo soldiers pose ...Bendigo Advertiser ''The way we were'' from 2000. World War 1: Bendigo soldiers pose for a group photo in England before sailing for the battlefield of France in November 1916. The clip is in a folder.newspaper, bendigo advertiser, the way we were -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Photograph - Myer World War I Honour Roll, Employees Bendigo
... Myer World War I Honour Roll, Employees Bendigo...B&W photograph of the Myer "Great European War" (World War... of the Myer "Great European War" (World War I) Roll of Honour ...B&W photograph of the Myer "Great European War" (World War I) Roll of Honour for employees of Myers Bendigo. Colour photograph recording fifty three names of Myer Bendigo employees. social history, myer store, wwi, honour roll -
Melbourne Legacy
Photograph - Widows function, World War 1 Widows Lunch 1994, 1992
... World War 1 Widows Lunch 1994...A special luncheon was held for World War 1 widows...Colour photo x 12 of a World War 1 widows lunch.... Widows function Photograph World War 1 Widows Lunch 1994 Colour ...A special luncheon was held for World War 1 widows as a lead up to "Legacy Week". Legatees dressed up as moustached waiters to add a bit of humour to the day. Due to its success it was held for a number of years. In 1994 the author Patsy Adam-Smith was a personality of the year helping to promote Legacy. She attended the lunch and in one photo is with Legatee Eddie Jowett and widow Mollie Thiele (red jacket). Legatee Eddie Jowett led the Legatees in singing to the widows. There was also a pianist and a female singer attending. Two legatees reading a song sheet are George Standish and Maurie Lockwood. Legatee Lucky Luscombe can be seen in a false moustache posing for the camera. Also a photo of the hard work being done in the kitchen. Audrey the kitchen lady is obscured at far right. It appears to be Joan Miller with her back to the camera, and Sue Sargent (a widow who helped a lot in the kitchens) is on the right hand side. Other ladies names in the photos are not known. The following year more Legatees followed Lucky's lead and wore false moustaches to provide entertainment. The WWI group would meet on the 2nd Thursday of each month at 11 at Legacy House for many years until their numbers dwindled.A record of the type of activities Legacy provided as a social outlet for the widows.Colour photo x 12 of a World War 1 widows lunch.widows, function -
Stawell Historical Society Inc
Photograph, Soldiers’ Memorial World War 1 in Main Street -- Different angle
... Soldiers’ Memorial World War 1 in Main Street -- Different...Side view of Soldiers’ Memorial World War 1 with wreaths...Black & white photo of Soldiers Memorial World War 1... grampians Photograph Soldiers’ Memorial World War 1 in Main Street ...Side view of Soldiers’ Memorial World War 1 with wreaths at base and Chapman Bakery in background. Black & white photo of Soldiers Memorial World War 1. This photo is a side view of the memorial showing Chapman bakers shop in the backgrounds, looking south with the black range on right side of photo.stawell ww1 -
Stawell Historical Society Inc
Photograph, Soldiers’ Memorial World War 1 in Main Street
... Soldiers’ Memorial World War 1 in Main Street...Soldiers’ Memorial World War 1. Two black & white photos...Two black & white photographs of the World War 1 memorial...Photograph Soldiers’ Memorial World War 1 in Main Street ...Soldiers’ Memorial World War 1. Two black & white photos of World War 1. memorial. Granite base with rising sun army emblem 1914 -1919. with a statue of a soldier holding a Banet. The statue is enclosed in a cyclone fence. Houses can be seen in the background. The memorial is situated in the center of Main Street. The memorial is a tribute to all who paid the supreme sacrifice and to all who served. The figure of the soldier was imported from Italy in 1922. The cost of the memorial was 643 pounds. A number of donations were made to the Girls' Remembrance League Soldiers Memorial. Two black & white photographs of the World War 1 memorial. The memorial has a tiered granite base and a soldier on the granite column. Enclosed within a cyclone fence. "4x2 3/4 soldiers memorial" written in pencil.stawell ww1 -
Surrey Hills Historical Society Collection
Book, Canterbury Baptist Church, Names to Lives from World War II, 2016
... Names to Lives from World War II...world war, 1939-1945 - participation... and women leaving Canterbury to serve in the World War Two.... Surrey Hills melbourne Book Names to Lives from World War II Incl ...Tells the real life stories of seventy-five local men and women leaving Canterbury to serve in the World War Two.Incl. bibliographical references (pages 239-240) and index. canterbury baptist church (vic) - registers, world war, 1939-1945 - participation, world war, 1939-1945 - victoria - canterbury, soldiers - canterbury - biography, war memorials - victoria - canterbury, canterbury (vic) - history, military, armed forces -
Port Melbourne Historical & Preservation Society
Book, Bruce Scates et al, World War One; A history in 100 stories, 2015
... World War One; A history in 100 stories...war - world war i..."World War One; A history in 100 stories" Large hard cover... Street) Port Melbourne melbourne Book World War One; A history ..."World War One; A history in 100 stories" Large hard cover book with sepia dust cover. Photo on cover has two soldiers in uniform and small boy in matching uniform. Title is in gold and white. Back cover has inscription, five small photos and three badges. Allan Whittaker article on page 85.Back cover -" telling the truth about war requires it's own kind of courage"war - world war i, allan whittaker -
Lara RSL Sub Branch
Photograph, 56th Battalion - 1st World War
... 56th Battalion - 1st World War... 56th - 1st World War... Battalion - 1st World War Rectangular shaped cardboard photo mount ...Rectangular shaped cardboard photo mount with photo. 56th - 1st World Warphotographs, 56th battalion, australian army, ww1, lara r.s.l. -
Bendigo Military Museum
Book - BOOK, WW2, Octopus Books Limited, World War II, c.1977
... World War II...On spine: “World War II”... goldfields BOOK, WW2 Book World War II Hard cover, collage ...Hard cover, collage of newspaper headlines in blue, no dust cover. 253 pages with cut edges. Photos throughout.On spine: “World War II”books-military, photography-photographs/reproductions, news papers -
Stawell Historical Society Inc
Photograph, Soldiers’ Memorial World War 1 in Main Street -- Different angle
... Soldiers’ Memorial World War 1 in Main Street -- Different...Side view Soldiers’ Memorial World War 1 c1924 -1925... World War 1. looking towards the Anglican Church c1924 -1925... grampians Photograph Soldiers’ Memorial World War 1 in Main Street ...Side view Soldiers’ Memorial World War 1 c1924 -1925. In the background is the Anglican Church, and doctors' residence & surgery. The photograph is taken in Main St.Another black and white side view of the Soldiers Memorial World War 1. looking towards the Anglican Church c1924 -1925. The view also shows the doctors residence and surgery on the left. stawell ww1