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Frankston RSL Sub Branch
Clinometer
Field clinometer MK VI used in conjunction with the QF 25 PDR field gun. This device was mounted on a fitting at the breech end of the gun barrel and used to accurately indicate the elevation of the gun barrel. The device is calibrated in degrees and minutes and is adjustable enabling the weapon to be accurately aimed.ww2, 25 pdr, qf 25 pdr, 25 pounder, field gun, clinometer, field clinometer mkvi, field clinometer, clinometer mkvi -
Frankston RSL Sub Branch
Handbook, GUN DRILL for QF 25-PR., GUN MARKS 2 and 3
25 PDR gun drill handbook. -
Frankston RSL Sub Branch
Clinometer
Clinometer for use with 3 inch mortar, This adjustable device is mounted on the gun barrel and is used to accurately elevate the gun when firing . Used with the 3" mortar during WW2, dated 1943.ww2, sight, clinometer, mortar clinometer, mortar, 3 inch mortar -
Frankston RSL Sub Branch
Oil Can, Rega Australia
Oil can which was standard equipment with the QF 25 PDR field gun. Also used with 2 PDR and 6 PDR field guns. This can held 1/2 pint of lubricating oil and has a thumb operated pressure pump incorporated in the design. The can is made of galvanised steel plate and is lead soldered. Used throughout World War 2 and into the 1960s when the 25 PDR was phased out of service.ww2, 25 pdr, field gun, oil can, 6 pdr, 2 pdr -
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Knife, Paper
Trench art paper knife made from a spent World War 1 French 8mm Berthier carbine bullet. The copper knife blade is marked with the words "Villers Bretonneux"."Villers Bretonneux"french, ww1, bullet, trench art, villers bretonneux, berthier carbine, berthier, 8mm -
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Medallion
The medal was created for sale to the public to raise funds for the provision of troop comforts material.Medallion distributed during World War 1 by the South Australia Division of the Australian Comforts Fund. This medallion was apparently used for fund raising by the ACF to support the welfare of Australian service personnel. The medallion is 52mm diameter by 5mm thick and is made from copper. The medallion has a swivel and a loop at the top for attaching a chain or ribbon. Mintage total not known. The Reverse side of the medallion is embossed with the words "New Guinea", "Egypt", "Gallipoli", "France", "Palestine", "Salonika" and "Mesopotamia" within an olive wreath. The obverse side of the medallion has an embossed image of the head and shoulders of an Australian soldier wearing a slouch hat and carrying a rifle at the high port position. The edge of the medallion is stamped "Australian Comforts Fund SA Division". Medallion has suffered edge damage and has been cleaned extensivelyThe reverse side of the medallion is embossed with the words "New Guinea", "Egypt", "Gallipoli", "France", "Palestine", "Salonika" and "Mesopotamia" within an olive wreath. The obverse side of the medallion has an embossed image of the head and shoulders of an Australian soldier wearing a slouch hat and carrying a rifle at the high port position. The edge of the medallion is stamped "Australian Comforts Fund SA Division". Stokes & Sonsww1, medallion, south australia, acf, australian comforts fund -
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Token
Small wooden boomerang shaped badge attached to a small 1941 calendar in the form of a printed paper booklet. The boomerang badge has a safety pin attached to enable it to be attached to clothing. The boomerang badge has a horseshoe in red and the name "PTE BRUCE WARWICK NX 45467". This was presumably a gift token or momento given by a well wisher to a soldier embarking for overseasThe boomerang badge has a horseshoe in red and the name "PTE BRUCE WARWICK NX 45467". The calendar is marked "Calendar" and "Cheerio".boomerang, souvenir, calendar, ww2, token, momento, pte bruce warwick, nx 45467 -
Frankston RSL Sub Branch
Game, Chess, P N F Figurines, Charge of Beersheba
Chess game consisting of a set of miniature military chessmen and a glass chess board. The miniature chessmen depict the opponents involved in the historic World War 1 mounted attack and capture of the town of Beersheba, near Gaza in what was known as Palestine, The battle, known as the "Charge of Beersheba", was late in the day on 31st October, 1917. The chessmen are the Australian 4th Light Horse Brigade and the Turkish 27th Division.ww1, world war 1, palestine, beersheba, 4th australian light horse brigade, charge of beersheba, mounted charge, 4th light horse brigade -
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Knives, Butter (set of 3)
This is a set of 3 trench art butter knives. The handles are made of chrome plated spent bullet cartridges (0.303 inch) and the blades are made from chromed steel. On the base of the cartridge is the marking 'MG 1941 V11'ww2, trench art, butter knives -
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Sleeping Bag, 1942
Army inside liner for a sleeping bag, Fawn exterior with padded quilted light green interior.Complet with press studs and ties still intact Marked Department of Defence Windsors Pty Ltd 1942 -
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Range Finder, E.R Watts & Son London Pty Ltd, Early 20th Century
This has a timber handle, the top is made of a brass 3 sided flat surface.This has "range in yards" marked on all 3 sides. It has a fixed glass attached to the side with an adjustable glass slide for accuracy. This also comes with complete with original wooden box with instuctions.Range Finder Cotton Type MK2, E.R Watts & Son.London No 642 engraved on front. -
Frankston RSL Sub Branch
Helmet, Flying
An RAAF 'B' type leather flying helmet as issued during WW11 and used during the late 1940s and early 1950s period. It is made of dark brown leather with a dark yellow suede inner lining. It has a khaki coloured webbing chinstrap. It also includes a head set.The reference number, stamped in white, is on each headphone. 'REF No 10A/13466'raaf, flying helmet -
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Tankard, Commemorative, Franklin Mint Pty Limited, 1983
Official R.S.L Tankard commemorating the involvement of Australian service personnel in World War 1. This tankard has three pictures representing: (1) The Australian Flying Corps over France, 1915 - 1918, (2) HMAS Sydney and the Emden, November 1914, (3) The AIF attack at Lone Pine, Gallipoli, August 1915. (refer item 00124, 00124.2, 00124.3 and 00124.4)tankard, beer mug -
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Magnifier, Map Reading
A small pocket size folding magnifier used for enlarging detail when reading maps or examining aerial photographs complete with a leather storage pouch. Manufactured of brass by Casartelli of Manchester, England. When unfolded this forms a "U" shape with the glass lens positioned conveniently for map viewing and the base can be used to measure scaled distances.This item is stamped "CASARTELLI, MANCHESTER" and has 1/4, 1/2 and 1 inch markings. -
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Boots, Jungle
The jungle cleats were added after Kokoda trail, to give added traction in the mud.Australian Army boots used in world war 2, for use in tropical areas.Australian Army boots, pattern 10085, with jungle cleats, part of world war 2 kit1945, with number 6 underneath that, and number 5 underneath that. with 7 cleats on the front sole, 4 marked "R" and 3 marked "L". Plus a metal ring around the heel.boot, ww2, kokoda -
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Letter, "The Call to Arms"
An copy of a letter which was distributed to the young men of Australia early in WW1. This is believed to be an original copy. The letter was addressed to the young men encouraging them to enlist for armed service. The letter is dated 15th December, 1915 and is signed by the then Prime Minister, W. M. Hughes. The letter is in quarto format and bears the Australian Commonwealth Coat of Arms and the title "Commonwealth of Australia". -
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Training Manual, Standard Gunnery Notes for Air Crew
Training manual issued by the RAAF to trainees during World War 2. Training manual issued to Corporal C. S. Woods service number 19633. Cpl Woods served in the RAAF during World War 2.Air Crew lecture Notes issued to Cpl C. S. Woods, A.G.S. Sale. -
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Training Manual, Fitters 11.A Carpenter Riggers Flight Riggers Course Notes
Training manual issued by the RAAF to trainees during World War 2. Training manual issued by the RAAF to trainees during World War 2. Training manual issued to Corporal Manton service number 33247. Cpl Manton served in the RAAF during World War 2. -
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Training Manual, Fitters 11E Flight Mechanics Course Notes
Training manual issued by the RAAF to trainees during World War 2. Training manual issued to Corporal (later Flight Sergeant) C. S. Woods service number 19633. Cpl Woods served in the RAAF during World War 2. -
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Document, Certificate of Discharge
Certificate of Discharge issued to Noel Louis Blundell by the 9th Australian Division Signals, Australian Military Forces. Dated 27th November, 1943. Certificate number 11495. N L Blundell served as a GP1 Wireless Mechanic, he enlisted on the 18th June, 1940 and was on Active Service in Australia for 309 days and Overseas for 689 days. -
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Book, New Encyclopedia of Machine Shop Practice
Reference book issued to Corporal C S Woods service number 19633. Cpl Woods served in the RAAF during World War 2. The book is complete with a hard cardboard protective mailer for posting. The book was addressed to Cpl Woods at 11 Fanny Street, Moonie Ponds, Victoria. -
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Brassard, Insignia
Dark green cotton brassard with INTERFET (International Force East Timor) logo and 'INTERFET' embroidered insignia. A small full colour embroidered Australian flag is attached to the upper part of the brassard. Refer to the following AWM webpage for full details: -
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Souvenir Guidebook, Aleppo and its Environs
A pocket size booklet with a series of articles about Aleppo, Syria. This booklet was sent to an Australian family by a local citizen befriended by an Australia soldier serving in Syria during World War 2. The book inner cover is marked "To Val with best wishes from Bert?? Aleppo 1-2-47". The Foreword explains that during the period 1943-44 large numbers of servicemen were visiting the area hence the need for this document.printed title "Aleppo and its Environs"souvenir, ww2, world war 2, syria, aleppo, blundell -
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Souvenir Handkerchief
Cloth handkerchief sent to family in Australia by Noel Louis Blundell, a 2nd AIF serviceman in Syria during World War 2. The handkerchief is maroon in colour and made from a square piece of silk-like cloth. The edges of the cloth have been cut in decorative pattern. The cloth has been decorated with a paint like material on one side which is gold in colour and contains some golden glitter particles.The handkerchief is inscribed around the perimeter with the following words "MEMORY OF SYRIA" and "SOUVENIR D'SYRIE". In one corner of the square there is a bird (dove?) holding a flag as it is flying over another inscription "SOUVENIR D'SYRIE". Above the flag are 17 stars. The flag is of unknown origin at this stage. souvenir, ww2, world war 2, handkerchief, syria, blundell, noel blundell -
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Card
Christmas card sent to a family in Australia by Australian Army serviceman, Noel Blundell who served in Syria during World war 2. The card is in the form of a booklet consisting of the cover and one double page insert. The card front cover has the Australian 'Rising Sun' badge and the words "9th Australian Divisional Cavalry Regiment" and "A. I. F.". The centre pages have an illustration of a village scene on the left page and the words "A Merry Christmas And A Happy New Year" printed on the right page. The serviceman has written "To Alice From Noel" beneath the Christmas message. At the bottom of this page are the words "MIDDLE EAST" and "DECEMBER 1941". The rear cover page has an illustration of two camels, one leading the other.christmas, middle east, 2nd aif, army, aif, ww2, world war 2, syria, blundell, noel blundell, 9th australian division -
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Card
Christmas card which was sent to a family in Australia by Australian Army serviceman, Lewis Jones who served during World War 2. The card is in the form of a small folded card. The front cover has the Australian 'Rising Sun' badge printed above the following words "Christmas Greetings from 2/11 Battalion A. I. F.". There is some ornate artwork on this cover and a small illustration which appears to be of a middle east village scene. The inside cover page has the following (apparently written by the serviceman) "To Alice & Family Wishing You all a Merry Xmas and a Happy New Year With best of luck From Lewis"christmas, middle east, 2nd aif, army, aif, ww2, world war 2, 2nd 11th battalion -
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Photograph
Postcard with a black and white photograph of two Australian Army soldiers in summer uniform. The soldier to the left in the photograph is Noel Blundell, the other soldier is unknown. The photograph was sent home to family by Noel Blundell who served in the Middle East during World War 2.middle east, australia, army, aif, ww2, world war 2 -
Frankston RSL Sub Branch
Photograph
Black and white photograph of two Australian Army soldiers in winter uniform. The soldier to the left in the photograph is Noel Blundell, the other soldier is unknown. The photograph was sent home to family by Noel Blundell who served in the Middle East during World War 2. middle east, 2nd aif, australia, army, aif, ww2, world war 2, soldier -
Frankston RSL Sub Branch
Card
Christmas postcard with two black and white photographs on the front. To the right is a portrait image of Noel Blundell, an Australian Army soldier in summer uniform. To the left is a woman with two children in an outdoor setting. To the woman's right is a teenage boy and to the woman's left is a younger teenage girl. The photograph was sent home to family by Noel Blundell who served in the Middle East during World War 2. The card is inscribed "A Happy Christmas and A Victorious New Year"postcard, christmas, middle east, 2nd aif, australia, army, aif, ww2, world war 2 -
Frankston RSL Sub Branch
Photograph
Small black and white photograph of a group of seven Australian Army soldiers. The soldiers in the photograph include Noel Blundell who is apparently "taking bets", the other soldiers are unknown. The photograph was sent home to family by Noel Blundell who served in the Middle East during World War 2. Inscibed on the reverse of the photograph are the hand written words; "Noel Blundell taking bets in the desert in Syria 1940's"2nd aif, australia, army, aif, ww2, world war 2, soldier, syria