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Greensborough Historical Society
Photograph - Digital image, Marilyn Smith et al, Janefield Precinct: World War 2 era admin toilet block, 27/11/2014
Janefield Precinct: World War 2 era admin toilet block. The remains of this site are between Greensborough and Janefield. A RAAF Hygiene Training Camp was located on the Plenty River, just south of the Janefield community. It was in use from 1944 to 1946. The Camp was constructed from salvaged materials. Instruction included building and maintenance of grease traps, latrines, elementary plumbing and carpentry.Early remains of a WW2 training camp Digital colour photograph.janefield -
Greensborough Historical Society
Photograph - Digital image, Marilyn Smith et al, Janefield Precinct: World War 2 era concrete shed base, sump and raised edge, 27/11/2014
Janefield Precinct: World War 2 era concrete shed base, sump and raised edge. The remains of this site are between Greensborough and Janefield. A RAAF Hygiene Training Camp was located on the Plenty River, just south of the Janefield community. It was in use from 1944 to 1946. The Camp was constructed from salvaged materials. Instruction included building and maintenance of grease traps, latrines, elementary plumbing and carpentry.Early remains of a WW2 training camp Digital colour photograph.janefield -
Glenelg Shire Council Cultural Collection
Book, Jon Cleary, A Flight of Chariots, c. 1964
A Flight of Chariots is a 1963 novel written by Australian author Jon Cleary about two friends who fly planes during the Berlin Airlift and Korean War then become involved in the space programBook, hardcover, dark blue cover, gold print on spinefictionA Flight of Chariots is a 1963 novel written by Australian author Jon Cleary about two friends who fly planes during the Berlin Airlift and Korean War then become involved in the space programfiction, australia, adventure -
City of Moorabbin Historical Society (Operating the Box Cottage Museum)
Personal Effects. 'Philips" electric Shaver, c1977
Established in 1891 in Eindhoven, the Netherlands, Philips & Co. was founded to meet the growing demand for light bulbs following the commercialization of electricity. Science and technology underwent tremendous development in the 1940s and 1950s, with Philips Research inventing the rotary heads that led to the development of the Philishave electric shaver, and laying down the basis for later ground-breaking work in transistors and integrated circuits.Philishave was the brand name for the electric shavers manufactured by the Philips Domestic Appliances and Personal Care unit of Philips They used the Philishave brand name for their shavers from 1939 to 2006. The Philishave shaver was invented by Philips engineer Alexandre Horowitz, who used rotating cutters instead of the reciprocating cutters that had been used in previous electric shavers. The shaver was introduced in 1939, though initial production was limited due to the outbreak of World War II. A more ergonomic egg-shaped single-head model was introduced in 1948 and was designed by US industrial designer Raymond Loewy. Global sales increased markedly after a double-head model was introduced in 1951. As a spin off from the light bulb and research is the dynamo-powered bicycle lamp. Its rotating power system inspires the Philishave triple head electric razor. A triple-head model was test marketed in Australia and New Zealand in 1956, but would not be introduced globally until 1966. The brand name Philishave was phased out in 2006 so shavers now bear only the Philips name. Mr Alfred William ( Bill ) Roper, 1913 - 1996 grew up in Ripponlea, ( East St Kilda ) Victoria. As a child he went with his father Arthur Leopold Roper to purchase vegetables from the Moorabbin Chinese market gardeners at the Hotham St. / Nepean Highway corner. c1920 . Bill served in WW2 in New Guinea and post war was Army Auditor, Victoria Barracks, St Kilda Road Melbourne. His staff presented this 'Philishave upon his retirement and he used it until his death1996. He lived in Carlton, Belgrave, Ascot Vale, South Yarra, East St Kilda and moved to Bentleigh in 1987.A ‘Philishave’ triple head electric razor , with cord, head protector and cleaning brush in a hinged plastic case The case has compartments, for Razor and cord, that are lined with a mustard coloured, soft, synthetic material .Case top PHILIPS ; inside EXCLUSIVE PHILISHAVE Razor Handle front PHILIPS / PHILISHAVE; back Type HP 1121/ 110-130V/ 220-240 V / PHILIPS Shield / ? Shield / BS 3456 / V 75255 / MADE IN HOLLAND Nameplate Presented to / BILL ROPER / On the occasion of his retirement / BY THE STAFF OF / DEFENCE AUDIT BRANCH / May 1977 philishave, royal philips electric company, razors, electric razors, bentleigh, moorabbin, market gardeners, st kilda markets, world war 2 1939-1945, department of defence melbourne, melbourne, roper alfred william, roper arthur leopold, ripponlea, chinese market gardeners -
Geelong RSL Sub Branch
Pith Helmet, Early 20th Century
The helmet was used by Sgt Cane A. E.Royal Australian Air Force Pith Helmet WW2.Khaki pith helmet with khaki puggaree which has 5 pleats. One the pugaree is an oblong colour patch blue white red colours. The Pith Helmet has a cloth khaki band around the brim and 4 ventilation holes on each side of the helmet. This helmet has chin straps that also have ear protection when done up. On the back band of the helmet is a leather loop with a press stud.Inside the helmet handwritten numbers R18098 and 13745 name Cane A. E.khaki pith helmet field sgt a.e.cane -
Geelong RSL Sub Branch
Flag
This Flag of Japan appears to have been in the possession of Chief Petty Officer Writer D'Arcy who served on the HMAS Arunta.Oblong flag, white cloth fabric with red circle in the middle.flag, japan, ww2, cpo writer d'arcy, hmas arunta. -
Geelong RSL Sub Branch
Machete, There are no makers names, Mid 20th Century
These machete's were issued to military personnel posted in jungle like conditions.The machete would have been used by military personnel during WW2 and during the 1950s.Steel blade machete with wooden double sided handle. The handle is attached to the wood with four steel rods. There is an olive green scabbard made of cotton material oil impregnated. The scabbard has a pocket on the front to hold a sharpening stone and has steel on the top opening to keep the opening firm, there is a steel catch for attachment to webbing and a cloth loop with press stud to hold the handle of the machete in place when in the scabbard. There is a cotton fabric loop through the handle.On the handle of the machete MA67. The item number on the scabbard is not readable.army, military, machete. -
Geelong RSL Sub Branch
Tobacco Tin, Early 20th Century
This tobacco tin was used by someone who indulged in cigarette smoking and was presumed to be used by in the Defence Force during the Second World War.Round, brown colour, tin materials with raised lettering on the tin lid and the base of the container.W.D. & H.O. Wills(Australia) Ltd Sydney Trade Mark, on the lid of the tin. Capstan Navy Cut FineTobacco, on the bottom of the tin.defence, ww2, personnel, tobacco -
Geelong RSL Sub Branch
Medals & Documents, Early 20th Century
Medals and Documents relating to Cecil Walker Madden - Served 1st AIF and 2nd AIF member of Department of Defence who served during WW1 and WW25 x Defence Medals Full Size, 5 x Defence Medals Miniatures, various medallions, 3 x Australian Military Forces Soldier's Pay Book's, 1 x Sons and Daughters of the AIF Certificate, The Australian Flag, a black and white photograph of Dvr C.W. Madden.Medals & Pay Books 1st AIF 5112 Dvr C W Madden Medals & Pay Books 2nd AIF V4574 C W Madden Sons & Daughters Certificate Mavis Maddenww2, medals and documents -
Geelong RSL Sub Branch
Documents & Medals VX 46548 Pte H C Hose, Mid 20th Century
These documents, Medals and photograph relate to VX 46548 Pte H C Hose enlisted on 12 July 1940 and was discharged 09 August 1943They are thge original documents and Medals.AAFA 209 Certificate of Discharge 6 x Decorations 1 x PhotographVX 46548 Pte H C Hose on Certificate of Discharge and Medalsaustralian, army, h c hose ww2 -
Geelong RSL Sub Branch
Medals VX 73026 Pte F A Sowerby, Mid 20th Century
These Medals were awarded to Pte F A Sowerby who served in the AIF during WW 2The Medals are the originals of Pte SowerbyFour Medals, 2 Stars Brass Colour, 2 Medals Silver Colour with identifying ribbons Swing MountedOn the back of the Stars and on the circumference of the Medals VX 73026 F A Sowerbyaif, ww2, awards, sowerby -
Geelong RSL Sub Branch
Book - 40th Battalion, A souvenir of the 40th Battalion, Mid 20th Century
The 40th Battalion was an Infantry Battalion of the Australian Army raised in 1916. The battalion was recruited completely from Tasmanis as part of the 10th Brigade, 3rd Division.The Batalion served during WW1 - along the Western Front, 1919 to 1921 was a CMF unit. During WW2 the Battalion remained in Australia and was amalgamated with 12th Battalion. The Battalion was merged into 12th/40th Battalion Royal Tasmania Regiment in 1987.An oblong book, buff colour, paper pages, blue and red edging.On the front page Souvenir 40th Battalion, the Battalion Mascot, Published by J W Beatie - Hobart, back page wholly Engraved and Printed by 'The Examiner' and 'Weekly Courier' Offices, 73-75 Patterson Street, Launceston, Tasmania.ww1 ww2 40th battalion tasmania -
Geelong RSL Sub Branch
Uniform Trousers - Tropical, There are no makers marks, Mid 20th Century
Tropical Dress Trousers for use by members of the AIF posted to 'Desert' Conditions.These uniforms were issued during WW2 to members of the AIF.Khaki colour trousers, cotton material, metal belt buckels x 2. One pair of the trousers has large map pockets.Pair 1 - V54 1945 Made in Australia, Size 35, hand written in ink on right hand inside pocket 2832. Pair 2 - Q7 1943 Made in Australia, Size 30, there is a tag for Regimental No and Name.aif, khaki, trousers tropical, ww2 -
Geelong RSL Sub Branch
Uniform Jacket- Service Dress Ceremonial, 1941
This particular Jacket was issued to VX 33678 Bdr E. O'Shea.Bdr O'Shea served during WW2Khaki Wool cloth Jacket, four patch pockets on the front of the Jacket. The Jacket has two 'Australia' shoulder titles on the epaulets, one only small (king's Crown) rising sun badge on the collar, six small buttons, four small buttons with King's Crown, map of Australia and embossed Australian Military Forces. One small button at the collar. On the right and left sleeve are the colour patch of Artillery. On the right sleeve is the badge of rank of Bombardier and four blue service chevrons. Inside the Jacket hand written OSWR. Makers Tag - Freedman & Co Pty Ltd. 1941. Size 6. Name Tag - Regimental No VX33678. Name Bdr E. O'Shea. uniform, jacket, service dress, khaki, amf -
Geelong RSL Sub Branch
Photograph - Bruce Kingsbury VC, Bruce Kingsbury VC, Late 20th Century
This is a photograph of Pte Bruce Kingsbury VC who served with the Second AIF 1940-1942.Pte Bruce Kingsbury served in the Middle East and New Guinea. Pte Kingsbury won his VC during the Battle of Isurava. He was the first serviceman to receive the VC in Australian territory.Blue Metal Photograph Frame with Black and White photograph of B S Kingsbury VC.Inscription with the photograph - In proud memory of Pte Bruce Steel Kingsbury, VC. 2/14 Battalion who with great personal courage and at the cost of his life won the Victoria Cross at Isurava by counter attacking and clearing a path through the enemy position. "Lest We Forget"kingsbury ww2 new guinea isurava -
Geelong RSL Sub Branch
Field Dress Khaki Drill, There is no makers name, Trousers 1942. Jacket 1943
The Jacket and Trousers were issued to a member of the AIF in 1942/1943. The Jacket has no name in it. The Trousers were issued to a person named SERPELL.Field Dress Shirt and Trousers, Drill material, khaki in Colour. Brown buttons on the Jacket, metal buttons on the trousers.Inside the Jacket on a white tag V241 1943 Size Made in Australia. On the trousers Regimental No, Name SERPELL, Q106 Made in Australia Size, 1942.aif, serpell, ww2, 1942 1943 -
Geelong RSL Sub Branch
Documents - NX84949 O F Atkins
These AIF items were issued to NX84949 O F Atkins during his enlistment 21 Jan 1942 - 14 Dec 1945. Photographs and Newsapapers were collected whilst O F Atkins was posted overseas. The Books I believe would have been acquired post discharge. These documents are originals that belonged to NX84949 O F Atkins, a member of the AIF during WW2. O F Atkins served in the Middle East from 23 August 1942 to 28 February 1943 and Borneo from 25 May 1945 to 5 December 1945.This is a comprehensive collection of items obtained during the enlistment of NX84949 O F Atkins - including Soldiers Paybooks, Drivers Licences, Demobilization Proceedure Book, Dog Tags, Corps Bagdes, Colour Patches, a Self made Dagger in a bamboo sheath, Prayer Books, Photographs and an Album, Newspapers The AIF News 17 October 1942, Enemy Propaganda leaflettes, Books Soldering On, Khaki and Green, Stand Easy. Variousnx84949 o f atkins, ww2, aif, middle east, borneo, documents, photographs -
Geelong RSL Sub Branch
Photographs - Ships, HMAS Quickmatch, HMAS Quiberon, Air Sea Rescue Vessel, Early 20th century
HMAS Quickmatch was a Q Class destroyer built for the Royal Navy and was commissioned to RAN in September 1942. HMAS Quiberon was a Q Class destroyer build for the Royal Navy and was commissioned to RAN in July 1942. Air Sea Rescue Boats, after their order were delivered to Sydney in June/July 1944. HMAS Quickmatch was used as a Convoy Escort during WW2. HMAS Quiberon was used as a Convoy Escort during WW2. Air Sea Rescue Boats were mostly stationed in northern Australian waters or in New Guinea during WW2. Three black and White Photographs of Ships on photo paper. Ships - HMAS Quickmatch, HMAS Quibero, Air Sea Rescue Vessel.Hand written on the back of the photo 1. HMAS Quickmatch, HMAS Quiberon, Air Sea Rescue. -
Geelong RSL Sub Branch
Statue and Photograph, Not known, Fuzzy Wuzzy Angels, Late 20th Century
The photograph was taken by George Silk on Christmas Day 1942 near Buna, Papua New Guinea. George Silk was a War Photographer for Australian Government, his appointment began in 1939. He was in New Guinea with the AIF when this photograph was taken.The photograph shows the work and assistance of the Fuzzy Wuzzy Angels to Australian Servicemen who were Serving in Papua New Guinea during WW2.Photograph - black and white copy of the original in a wooden frame. Statue - free standing bronze statue on a wooden block.Photograph has a information on the bottom of the frame describing the picture and who is the photographer - George Silk. The men in the photograph are Pte G C Whittington 2/10th Battalion AIF and Papuan Raphael Oimbari. The photograph was taken on Christmas Day 1942 near Buna, Papua New Guinea.ww2 fuzzy wuzzy angel, qx23902 pte g c whittington, raphael oimbari, george silk -
Geelong RSL Sub Branch
Instrument of Surrender, Late 20th Century
The Instrument of Surrender was signed on 2 September 1945 and is the Surrender of the Empire of Japan. Emperor Hirohito announced the Surrender of Japan in August 1945, the surrender document was signed by board USS Missouri on 2 September 1945.The Instrument of Surrender ended WW2 in 1945.A paper copy of the Instrument of Surrender in a gold painted wooden frame.Presented to Fred Stanley, Best Wishes from RSL Club Norfolk Island 1995.ww2, instrument of surrender, aif -
Geelong RSL Sub Branch
Medallion, circa 2005
The Australian Government provided the medallion to commemorate the 60th Anniversary of the end of WW 2.The medallions were distributed to all surviving veterans, widows and widowers.Gold coloured round medallion.On the front - World War 11 60 years 1945-2005, map of Australia. On the Back - World War 11 Service to Australia, the Australian Coat of Arms.ww2, veterans, 60th anniversary medallion -
Geelong RSL Sub Branch
Photograph Album - AWAS, Early 20th Century
The Australian Womens Army Service was raised on 13 August 1941, and in 1944 and 1945 AWAS served in Dutch and Australian New Guinea. In June 1947 all members of AWAS had been demobilised and in April 1951 the Women's Royal Army Corps (WRAAC) was formed.This album has photographs of AWAS in Training at Guide House in Melbourne, March Past's at Victoria Barracks Melbourne and near the Melbourne Shrine, AWAS in New Guinea and postings 'somewhere in Australia. The album also includes photographs of Annual Parades of ex AWAS.An oblong shaped photograph album hard cover with 14 pages of photographs.At the rear of the album is a history of Sybil Irving who was the founder and controller of the AWASww2, awas, wraac -
Geelong RSL Sub Branch
Newspaper, Table Tops Sunset Edition No 73 Wed 15 Aug 1945, 15 Aug 1945
This Newspaper was printed on 15 August 1945 to announce the official surrender of Japan, Japan had accepted the Potsdam declaration, the Emperior had issued orders to all Japan Commanders to lay down their arms.This Newspaper is an original and details the surrender of the Japan Military. The Newspaper is dated 15 August 1945.Quarto size paper Newspaper, buff colourIT"S ALL OVER Table Tops Sunset Edition No 73 Issued by The Australian Military Forces Abroad Wed 15 Aug 1945 Japan Accepts Allied Termsww2, japan, surrender, 15 august 1945 -
Geelong RSL Sub Branch
'Dog Tag' VXF58099 L M Ganim, ?1940
This disc is an original and belonged to VFX58099 Leila May Ganim, who enlisted into the Australian Army in June 1940. Her rank at discharge - 15 March 1946 - was Lieutenant. Lt Ganim had a previous Regimental Number V10739.This is an original disc that belonged to VFX58099 Lt L M Ganim.A round metal disc, silver colour, a silver chain with attachment for two discs, it appears that one disc is missing.On the front of the disc - VFX58099 Ganin L M RC. On the back of the disc - A 2.vfx58099 l m ganim, v10739 l m ganim, ww2 australian army -
Geelong RSL Sub Branch
Card - Membership Card Geelong RSL 1945
This a Geelong RSL Membership Card dated 1945This is an original Card, the card was issued to VX20784 Thomas A Bowden, a WW2 Veteran, Rat of Tobruk.An oblong Card, black cover, paper information page insertFront Cover Capitals, Geelong, RSL Badge, RSSAILA -
Greensborough Historical Society
Bottle, MBCV brown beer bottle, circa 1930s, 1930s
Made as bitter ale container in the 1930s to 1940s, World War 11 era.Found near the former WW2 WAAAF base, north west of Greensborough.Brown glass bottle, 26 fluid ounce capacity. MBCV in small spade on shoulder, Carlton "C" on base.MBCV (Manufacturers Bottle Company of Victoria)beer bottle, mbcv, world war ii, glass, spade mark -
Greensborough Historical Society
Folder and compact disc, Simpson Army Barracks, 2011_
This document is the result of research into the history of Watsonia Barracks (now Simpson Barracks) by GHS member Marilyn Smith. It details the origin of street names in the surrounding area and includes biographical information on those after whom the streets were named. Updated December 2016.The Watsonia Barracks has been in use since WW2 and is today home to the Defence Force School of Signals. It was built on the property formerly owned by Ainslie Meares. In 1951, surrounding land was purchased for the extension of the barracks. The suburb of Yallambie was formerly part of the Barracks. Black spiral bound folder (approx. 32 pages) with accompanying compact disc. Colour illustrations and maps. Updated 2016 in Word document.simpson army barracks, watsonia barracks, yallambie, marilyn smith, watsonia -
4th/19th Prince of Wales's Light Horse Regiment Unit History Room
Film - DVD, Victory at Sea - The Complete Series
Four DVDs in caseVictory at Sea The Complete Series - All 26 Episodesww2 -
4th/19th Prince of Wales's Light Horse Regiment Unit History Room
Film - DVD, The Panzer
Panzer DivisionsDVD copy in CaseThe War File - The Panzer - The Story of Adolf Hitler's Infamous Panzer Divisionsww2 -
4th/19th Prince of Wales's Light Horse Regiment Unit History Room
Film - DVD, British Tanks at War - Five Wartime Films 1941 - 1942
DVD in caseImperial War Museum the Official Collection - British Tanks at War Five Wartime Films 1941 - 1942ww2