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Moorabbin Air Museum
Book - OSPREY COMBAT AIRCRAFT 14 HALIFAX SQUADRONS OF WORLD WAR 2, 1999
... OSPREY COMBAT AIRCRAFT 14 HALIFAX SQUADRONS OF WORLD WAR 2...OSPREY COMBAT AIRCRAFT 14 HALIFAX SQUADRONS OF WORLD WAR 2...HALIFAX SQUADRONS OF WORLD WAR 2...HALIFAX SQUADRONS OF WORLD WAR 2 HALIFAX SQUADRONS OF WORLD ...HALIFAX SQUADRONS OF WORLD WAR 2Front cover showing close up painting of Halifax high above clouds in evening / twilight skynon-fictionHALIFAX SQUADRONS OF WORLD WAR 2 -
Frankston RSL Sub Branch
Collection, R. K. Churches
... in the Australian Army 2/9th Field Ambulance Unit during World War 2... Field Ambulance Unit during World War 2. Churches enlisted ...Collection of photographs which were the property of Ronald Keith Churches, service number VX34599, who was a Sergeant in the Australian Army 2/9th Field Ambulance Unit during World War 2. Churches enlisted on the 12th July, 1940 and was discharged on the 4th December, 1945. The 2/9th FA was formed on the 1st July, 1940 at Dandenong, Victoria and was initially based at Seymour (Puckapunyal). The 2/9th FA relocated to Bonegilla in September 1940 and embarked for Singapore in February, 1941. The men of the unit were taken prisoner by the Japanese in February, 1942. Churches spent the remainder of World War 2 as a POW in Changi Prison. -
Clunes Museum
Essay
... WORLD WAR 1 & 2 SHAPE CLUNES".... WORLD WAR 1 & 2 SHAPE CLUNES". local history document project ...AN ESSAY BY A WESLEY STUDENT, NO NAME PROVIDED. "HOW DID WORLD WAR 1 & 2 SHAPE CLUNES".local history, document, project essay, wesley college -
Frankston RSL Sub Branch
Photograph
... , the 2/9th Field Ambulance, in early World War 2. (refer item.... This is possibly his unit, the 2/9th Field Ambulance, in early World War 2 ...Photograph from the collection of Sergeant R. K. Churches, service number VX34599. This photograph is of Australian Army men being transported in an open truck. This is possibly his unit, the 2/9th Field Ambulance, in early World War 2. (refer item number 00320) -
Lara RSL Sub Branch
Newspaper - The Herald 15/8/1945 - Newspaper, Peace - World Hails Jap Surrender - The Herald Newspaper 15/8/1945
... World War 2 Ends with Jap Surrender... Jap Surrender World War 2 Ends with Jap Surrender World War 2 ...World War 2 Ends with Jap SurrenderWorld War 2 Ends with Jap SurrenderThe Herald 15/8/1945 - Newspaper, Peace - World Hails Jap Surrender - 15/8/1945Articles covering Jap Surrender15/8/1945 the herald covers jap surrender -
Doncaster RSL Sub Branch
Italian Carcano Model 3 Carbine, R Terni Bnp, Early 20th century
... World War Two. Used by the Italian Army... Infantryman's rifle. Weapon rendered inoperative. World War Two. Used ...World War Two. Used by the Italian ArmyInfantryman's rifle. Weapon rendered inoperative. -
Doncaster RSL Sub Branch
Infantryman's rifle, early 20th century
... Used World War Two by German Army... 1932 Model 98. Weapon rendered inoperative. Used World War Two ...Used World War Two by German ArmyGerman Mauser 1932 Model 98. Weapon rendered inoperative. -
Bendigo Military Museum
Banner - WELCOME HOME BANNER
... or Second World War....”. It is not ascertained if this relates to the First or Second World War. Banners ...It is not ascertained if this relates to the First or Second World War.Banner, rectangular shape, white background, decorative green edging, top L H corner is an Australian Red Ensign, top R H corner is the Union Jack, central is main lettering.In red and blue printed, “WELCOME HOME”.banners, welcome home -
Monbulk RSL Sub Branch
Book, Salvo Publishing, Cuppa Tea, Digger? Salvos serving in World War Two, 2020
... Cuppa Tea, Digger? Salvos serving in World War Two...Salvation Army - World War Two...History of the Salvation Army in World War Two... War Two Salvation Army - History Salvation Army - World War ...A hIndex, ill p.228.non-fictionA hsalvation army - history, salvation army - world war two -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Uniform - Army jacket, c1939
... World War 2 Worn by Noel West.... jacket is lined with cotton. K 21 World War 2 Worn by Noel West ...World War 2 Worn by Noel WestWorld War 2 Australian War Graves UnitKhaki army woollen jacket with belt which has a metal buckle, rising sun badge on each lapel. Shoulder straps with three oxidised pips plus one button and Australia badge. Box pleated patch pocket with three pointed flap on each upper chest. Large expanding patch pockets with with straight flap below waist on each side. Four oxidised brass AMF buttons down front. British Forces Commonwealth badge on right hand sleeve. Back of jacket has vent from waist to lower edge. jacket is lined with cotton.K 21costume, male uniform, military -
Moorabbin Air Museum
Manual (item) - Rotol Propellor Data No.1 1945
... Published 1945 during the Second World War ...Published 1945 during the Second World War Rotol Propellor ...Published 1945 during the Second World War rotol, propellor, rotol propellor manual -
Frankston RSL Sub Branch
Photograph, R. K. Churches
... World War 2. Churches is in his Australian Army uniform... Army 2/9th Field Ambulance taken post World War 2. Churches ...Photograph of Sergeant R. K. Churches, service number VX34599, of the Australian Army 2/9th Field Ambulance taken post World War 2. Churches is in his Australian Army uniform and is pictured standing beside a house typical of the era. (refer item number 00320)digital file only -
Shepparton RSL Sub Branch
Uniform, Hat, 1943
... second world war...Part of a nurses' uniform during the Second World War. ... the Second World War. second world war world war ii world war 2 world ...Part of a nurses' uniform during the Second World War. Khaki wool felt hat with wide brim and burgandy-brown grosgrain ribbon band with bow on right side. The hat also has a grosgrain sweatband with a maker's label sewn in on the interior. This is marked in ink with manufacturers' label. Elastic chip strap on interior has deteriorated and broken in half.Label on interior reads "MADE IN AUSTRALIA/UIM/N451-1943/SIZE 6 5/8 - 21 1/4 in." second world war, world war ii, world war 2, world war two, wwii, nurse, medical, women -
Shepparton RSL Sub Branch
Uniform, Hat, 1943
... second world war...Part of a nurses' uniform during the Second World War. .... second world war world war ii world war 2 world war two wwii ...Part of a nurses' uniform during the Second World War. Khaki wool felt hat with wide brim and burgandy-brown grosgrain ribbon band with bow on right side. The hat also has a grosgrain sweatband with a maker's label sewn in on the interior. This is marked in ink with manufacturers' label. Elastic chip strap on interior is secure and matches colour of grosgrain.Label on interior reads "N513/1943/MADE IN AUSTRALIA/6-5/8"second world war, world war ii, world war 2, world war two, wwii, nurse, medical, women -
Lara RSL Sub Branch
Booklet, Sands & McDougall, MelbournePty Ltd Printers, Standing orders for drivers of mechanical vehicles 1945 booklet, 28/2/1945
... Was used in second world war as a training manual.... Was used in second world war as a training manual for drivers ...Was used in second world war as a training manual for drivers.Small booklet,Beige in colour made from cardboard and paper.These orders are designed to meet training in general and transport work in particular. they will be supplemented if necessary , by formation or unit orders to meet local conditions and circumstances. -
Lara RSL Sub Branch
Booklet, Practical Calculations for the A.T.C, first edition 1942
... world war 2...Used for training pilots during World War 2... calculations atc air training corps world war 2 ww2 pratical ...Used for training pilots during World War 2Used by Air Training Corps to train Aircrew Cadets in Geometry during World War 2Blue cloth covered book of 80 pagesFront cover of an aeroplane flying above clouds with following words: Practical Calculations for the A.T.C. being Chapters from "Practical Mathematics for the A.T.C." by T.H. Ward Hill M.A. for potential Aircrew Cadets. Officially approved with a foreward by Air Commodore J.A.Chamier On inside cover is written in pencil: A.T.C. 1942-43 R. Ellis 69 Rennie Street Lara.pratical calculations, atc, air training corps, world war 2, ww2, pratical mathematics, t.h. ward hill, air commodore j.a. chamier, air force, australian air force, royal australian air force, geometry, 1942, george g. harrap & co. ltd -
Lara RSL Sub Branch
Newspaper - The Sun Newspaper dated 2/9/1939 Special "Nazis Start War", The Sun Newspaper dated 2/9/1939 My War Part 1 - pages 1,2 & last two Special "Nazis Start War"
... second world war...Beginning of the Second World War - The Sun Newspaper... Newspaper dated 2/9/1939 My War Part 1 - pages 1,2 & last two ...Beginning of the Second World War - The Sun Newspaper Special2/9/1939 Original NewspaperThe Sun Newspaper First two Pages and Last two - Special Feature My War Part 1Nazis Start War = Britain , France Mobilise: Poles Seek Aidsecond world war -
Lara RSL Sub Branch
Newspaper - The Sun Newspaper Dated 16/10/1939 - My War Part 3, Local Newspaper - Special My War Part 3 - British Battleship Sunk
... Local Newspaper Special re World War 2... War 2 Newspaper reports of early moves of World War Two ...Local Newspaper Special re World War 2Newspaper reports of early moves of World War TwoThe Sun Newspaper - My War Part 3 = SPECIAL British Battleship Sunk by German Submarine and other War referencesbritish battleship sunk - poland articales etc. -
Lara RSL Sub Branch
Newspaper - Te Sun Newspaper Dated 17/9/1940 - Special - My War Part 9, The SUN Dated 17/9/1940 Special - My War Part 9 - British Raiders Rout Raiders
... world ar 2 - battle of britian...Local Newspaper reporting World War 2 events... World War 2 events Local Newspaper reporting World War 2 the sun ...Local Newspaper reporting World War 2 eventsLocal Newspaper reporting World War 2Local Newspaper Dated 17/9/1940 - Pages 1 & 2 - and Last two - Special - My War Part 9Head-line - British Fighters Rout Raiders - Battle of Britianthe sun newspaper dated 17/9/1940, world ar 2 - battle of britian, special - my war part 9 -
4th/19th Prince of Wales's Light Horse Regiment Unit History Room
Booklet, Army Training Memorandum (War) (Australia) No 27, 22 Nov 1943
... World War 2...One of a series produced during World War 2... War 2 Booklet Army intelligence World War 2 Wilke and Co Pty ...One of a series produced during World War 2All paper stapled memorandum distributed to each officer containing notes on Japanese hand grenades and mines, Intelligence bulletins from operations on various fronts, methods of transporting equipment across rivers and points on unarmed combat. booklet, army intelligence, world war 2 -
8th/13th Victorian Mounted Rifles Regimental Collection
Headwear - Beret Allard
... Second World War...Worn by Lieutenant J.Allard during World War Two..... allard beret wwii Second World War ...Worn by Lieutenant J.Allard during World War Two.Khaki felt beret with small Rising Sun badgeallard, beret, wwii, second world war -
Moorabbin Air Museum
Document (item) - Recognition Handbook of British Aircraft Air Publication 1480A Part 1 Section A to D
... second World War British Aeroplane Recognition Handbook...World War 2 British Aircraft Identification Handbook... War 2 British Aircraft Identification Handbook World War 2 ...World War 2 British Aircraft Identification HandbookRECOGNITION HANDBOOK OF BRITISH AIRCRAFT AIR PUBLICATION 1480A Sections A to D Master copy written in pencilworld war 2 aeroplanes, second world war british aeroplane recognition handbook -
Moorabbin Air Museum
Booklet (item) - American Type Designations: Explaining the system of naming and numbering of U.S aircraft, R.P. Publications No.42/10 American Type Designations
... World War Two...designations of American warplanes from the Second World... designations of American warplanes from the Second World War. American ...designations of American warplanes from the Second World War. american, aircraft, world war two -
Port Melbourne Historical & Preservation Society
Equipment - Air raid siren, Police Station, Bay Street, Port Melbourne, (.02) Kosdown Printing, 1942
... war - world war ii...Was attached to the Police Station during World war 2.... Station during World war 2. war - world war ii built environment ...Was attached to the Police Station during World war 2.Air raid siren consisting of .01 - stand .02-.04 3 hooterswar - world war ii, built environment -
Beechworth RSL Sub-Branch
Gas mask, c 1942
... second world war...This gas mask dates to 1942 in the Second World War. .../257/EVI" This gas mask dates to 1942 in the Second World War ...This gas mask dates to 1942 in the Second World War. This mask is representative of a style of gas mask that was widely distributed during the Second World War, and can be found in other Australian collections. Rubberised face mask with two circular plastic windows with metal rim for sight by wearer. The mask is fitted by six black elastic straps with red and yellow stripes, which are attached via metal buckles at six points at the top, middle and bottom of the face. Straps converge on rubber backed fabric cross-shaped component which is stamped. Over mouth area is a filter comprised of several layers of metal sheeting with holes. At chin, a metal fitting fits into a black rubber concertina tube which fits into the top of a rounded rectangular container with ribbed edges. Both attachment points have what appears to be adhesive fabric tape wrapped around the closure, possibly to make the system air tight.On cross-shaped component, "No 410/22-12-42" Stamped on mask, "O.T.R.C/6/42", "NORMAL" Filter mask stamped with, "EBRO/1942", "No 4/G.P. 1942" Canister stamped with "WILLOW/[broad arrow]/ML42(?)3/GS174". On canister base "No4A/WILLOW/1942/257/EVI" gas mask, breathing apparatus, chemical warfare, second world war, world war ii, world war 2 -
Dandenong/Cranbourne RSL Sub Branch
Memorabilia - Tobacco Tin, ca. 1940's
... second world war...Issued to Australian servicemen during World War 2.... comforts for men at war tobacco smoking world war 2 ww2 second ...Issued to Australian servicemen during World War 2.Creature comforts for men at warRound metal tin used for tobaccoWD & HO WILLS (AUSTRALIA) LTD SYDNEY, TRADE MARK and an 8 pointed star on lid. CAPSTAN NAVY CUT TOBACCO E FINE on base.tobacco, smoking, world war 2, ww2, second world war -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Audio - Army earphones, c 1940
... A pair of earphones from the Army, World War 2... the Army, World War 2 communication radio arms ordnance ...A pair of earphones from the Army, World War 2Two black bakelite earphones connected to metal hinges and two cloth band head rests. Brown material wire at receiver fitting end; there is no connection fitting.Type TH 37A|OTE-49028 (on metal)|Telephonics Corporation New York NY OTE 490 800HZcommunication, radio, arms, ordnance -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Functional object - Officers Dress Bag
... World War 2 Noel Edmund Charles West.... VX102715 Lieut. N. West World War 2 Noel Edmund Charles West Army ...World War 2 Noel Edmund Charles WestLarge khaki Army Dress bag with handle and many compartments VX102715 Lieut. N. West.VX102715 Lieut. N. Westarmy, bag, w.w.2, noel edmund charles west -
Dandenong/Cranbourne RSL Sub Branch
Souvenir - Australia Remembers Freedom Medallions 1945-1995
... world war... anniversary of the end of the second world war WW2 Memento WW2 50th ...Memento of the 50th anniversary of the end of the second world warFour round brass medallions. Obverse has an inner circle in which a returned soldier is depicted greeting a woman and two children. The boy is wearing the soldier's slouch hat. The outer circle contains the words 'AUSTRALIA REMEMBERS 1945-1995'. The reverse has an inner circle with the Australian coat of arms and an outer circle with the words 'FREEDOM MEDALLION'."Australia remembers 1945-1995" "Freedom Medallion"ww2, memento, ww2 50th anniversary, freedom medallion -
Moorabbin Air Museum
Manual (item) - Engineering Manual For The Royal Air Force, Air Publication 1464A Volume I: Engineering Manual For The Royal Air Force
... World War Two...Produced circa 1942 during the Second World War. ...Produced circa 1942 during the Second World War. royal air ...Produced circa 1942 during the Second World War. royal air force, raf, ww2, world war two, engineering manual