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Beechworth RSL Sub-Branch
Silk Postcard Collection 1914-1919, Tom Eastwell collection - postcard No:1, Pre 1914
The popularity of woven sild postcards peaked during the First Workd War 1914-1918. A thriving cottage industry began around 1915 and the quaity and colours of the silks used is extremely high. This card is one of three cards presented by the Tom Eastwell family in 2018. Further infirmation on Australian War memorial website: www.awmgov/collection/accessing-records-at-the-memorial/findingaids/guide-silk-postcard-collection#S11Historic and social significance: the ability of the sender to reassure their family of their wellbeing through the sending of embroidered postcards was a common practice among deployed servicemen during the First World War.Small light embossed cardboard and woven silk with embroidery on the front. The rear for correspondance, name and postal detailsWoven silk cards were first made in 1900 for the Paris Exhibution and became popular during WWI 1914-1918 . Embroidery depicting flags of France, Great Britain, Germany, Belgium and Italy, laurel leaf wreath, a thistle, red rose and the Red Cross Insignia. A check on the colours and design of all flags should be conducted. Message on rear: “With Best Love To Little Maisie from Tom xxxxxxxxxxxx “. post card; carte postale; postkaart; embroidered postcard -
Federation University Historical Collection
Postcard, The Watter-mill, Meaulte, Somme
This card was most probably purchased by Harry Holmes while on service with the Australian Imperial Forces during World Way One.Black and white postcard showing a three story brick building. It is the Watter-mill, Le Moulin, Somme. This card was purchased by an Australian soldier, probably Henry Smerdon Holmes, during World War One. chatham - holmes family archive, chatham, holmes, harry holmes, world war, world war 1, world war one, world war i, france, somme, wtter-mill, meaulte, le moulin, amiens, aif -
Bendigo Military Museum
Letter - PERSONAL LETTER WW1, 22.12.1918
Letter is from Alf Ferris to his family at home, written from Le Harve France on 22.12.1918. Refer Cat No 4183.3P for his service detailsHand written letter in pencil on Salvation Army letter head, second page is on plain paper, written from France.letters, salvation army, personnel, military -
8th/13th Victorian Mounted Rifles Regimental Collection
Photograph - Mensford 13th ALH
1389 Trooper Samuel Mensford of Hay NSW. The 13th Light Horse Regiment (AIF) was raised at Broadmeadows Victoria in March 1915. Following service at Gallipoli the regiment was broken up with squadrons going to France as Divisional Cavalry Squadrons of 2nd, 4th and 5ht Divisions. The regiment was reformed as firstly 1st Anzac Corps Mounted Troops and lather Australian Corps Mounted Troops. Black and white photograph of Trooper S Mensford 13th Light Horse, mounted on his horse. He is holding his rifle and is wearng a steel helmet." 13 ALH Trooper France 1917 "world war one, wwi, mensford, 13th, light horse -
Bendigo Military Museum
Programme - PRESENTATION OF FRENCH LEGION OF HONOUR, Office of the Prime Minister, pre 21.7.1998
This is a copy of the original produced by the Office of the Prime Minister of Australia. The presentation of the French Legion of Honour to John Henry Lockett (Jack) by the French Ambassador His Excellency Dominique Giraud was to be held in the main Hall of the Soldiers Memorial Institute Pall Mall Bendigo on 21.7.1998. (Now Bendigo Military Museum) Refer Cat No 8144 re the program on the day, Cat No 8145.10P for photographs.Program copy of original, 3 pages stapled, all print in black on yellow background. Details the presentation of the French Legion of Honour by the French Ambassador Dominique Giraud to John Henry Lockett on 21 July 1998. Covers arrivals, guests, timings, dress, speeches with the main guest being the Australian Prime Minister Mr John Howard.brsl, smirsl, french, legion of honour -
Melbourne Legacy
Postcard - Document, postcard, 1983
A postcard to the Comradeship Committee when a Legatee was travelling in France. The postcard was addressed to the Legatee Chairman of the Comradeship Committee. Dated 3 Feb 1983. It is signed GRIFF, it says: The French experience I should have had years ago. I am in the DORDONGE after spending some days at LA ROCHELLE on the Atlantic coast. The provincial French are courteous, generous, helpful and so elegant. Work I did with my French mistress at the Wesley Church has paid great dividends although today may be tough. I give 40 children (aged 10-14) their first ever Scottish Country dance lesson. The goose hatched in March lives a normal farmyard life till October, then it is force fed for three weeks and then 'WHAM' and PATE. Next meeting at Norton - France! Best wishes to all - GRIFF.A record of a Legatee travelling and relating experiences back to his comrades in Melbourne.Colour postcard of a Frenchman.Printed "Le Gaveur D'oies." French postage stamps. Handwritten text in blue pen.comradeship, legatee -
University of Melbourne, Burnley Campus Archives
Photograph - Sepia and black and white photocopies, The Fruit World of Australasia, Charles French Jnr, 1929-1933
Donated by Charles French's daughter. Information about Charles French Jnr., Biologist in charge of the Plant Research Laboratory. Photocopies of photographs. (1) Sepia "In Entomology Laboratory at new Science Branch January 1933 Left to Right K.M. Ward, Asst. Entomologist, Charles French Jnr. (Biologist), R.T.M. Pescott (Entomologist)." (2) C. "Silver Birch tree planted in 1929 by myself in front of Plant Research Laboratory." (3) "Plant Research laboratory, Burnley Gardens, Burnley. Opened 1929." (4) Photocopy of newspaper cutting in The Fruit World of Australasia 1/5/33, "Some of the Staff at the Vict. Government Plant Research Laboratory, Burnley" (named). (5) Other information about French from unnamed source. charles french jnr., biologist, plant research laboratory, entomology laboratory, science branch, k.m. ward, assistant entomologist, r.t.m. pescott, entomologist, birch tree -
Robin Boyd Foundation
Slide, Robin Boyd, 1950
Penleigh Boyd, Robin and Patricia Boyd's son, writes “Prior to 1950 Robin, like most other amateur or hobby photographers, took black and white printed photographs. The oldest slides date from 1950 when Robin and Patricia travelled to Europe on Robin’s Robert Haddon Travelling Scholarship.” In 1948 Robin Boyd was awarded ‘joint first place’ in the Robert Haddon competition for his design of Mildura art gallery. The scholarship helped fund their first overseas trip. Robin and Patricia were passengers on the Greek ship “Cyrenia” departing in May 1950, passing through the Suez Canal and landing in Genoa five weeks later. For six months, they travelled extensively throughout Europe (predominantly driving themselves) - France, Italy, United Kingdom, Sweden, Denmark, Germany, Austria, Switzerland and Spain.Colour slide in a mount. Foreshore, Nice, FranceNice / Foreshore (All Handwritten)haddon travelling scholarship, haddon, robin boyd, slide -
Robin Boyd Foundation
Slide, Robin Boyd, 1950
Penleigh Boyd, Robin and Patricia Boyd's son, writes “Prior to 1950 Robin, like most other amateur or hobby photographers, took black and white printed photographs. The oldest slides date from 1950 when Robin and Patricia travelled to Europe on Robin’s Robert Haddon Travelling Scholarship.” In 1948 Robin Boyd was awarded ‘joint first place’ in the Robert Haddon competition for his design of Mildura art gallery. The scholarship helped fund their first overseas trip. Robin and Patricia were passengers on the Greek ship “Cyrenia” departing in May 1950, passing through the Suez Canal and landing in Genoa five weeks later. For six months, they travelled extensively throughout Europe (predominantly driving themselves) - France, Italy, United Kingdom, Sweden, Denmark, Germany, Austria, Switzerland and Spain.Colour slide in a mount. Beach, Cannes, FranceCannes / Beach (All Handwritten)haddon travelling scholarship, haddon, robin boyd, slide -
Lara RSL Sub Branch
Short Sword, French 1831 Pattern Artillary Shord Sword
French 1831 Pattern Artillery Short Sword A French 1831 pattern brass handle dismounted artillery mans short sword, marked Talabotts Paris with black leather brass mounted scabbard. Blade, length 49cm, total length 64cm The French 1816-1831 sword was based on ancient sculptural depictions of the Roman gladius, the standard sword of the Roman legionaries. Both sword and scabbard are in very good condition.Short Sword Brass Handle with 26 cm Blade French 1831 Pattern Artillery. Based on ancient sculptural depictions of the Roman gladius, the standard sword of the Roman legionaries.Stamped number on center of the guard of the hilt is 770. There is some marks also on center of the guard on the opposite side but not readable.french short sword 1831, brass handle, metal blade -
Bendigo Military Museum
Photograph - PHOTOGRAPH, FRAMED WW1, Wayne Eels, C.2008/09
The Grinton Collection. Unknown French Family. Refer Cat No. 1280 for Jack Grintons service history.Photograph - framed. Photograph - black and white photograph on paper depicts a group portrait of five civilians, two women standing and boy, women and man seated in front. Background exterior building wall and window. Frame - timber, light varnish finish, Perspex front, cardboard backing."Group 2: Burden of War". "K. Group portrait of five French civilians."framed accessories, camera on the somme, ww1, 38th bn, 'grinton -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Artwork, other - French Art WWI, "The Egg Bird"
Example of WWI French Art, using found material.Contemporary label, Whimsical article made from weapons (hand grenade + Bullet casing) + uniform buttons.Example of WWI French Art consisting of hand grenade "bird" mounted on wooden base using .303 calibre cartridges as pivot surrounded by 4 British Buttons as "fence".Contemporary label: The Egg-Bird" found in "No-Man's Land"french art - mounted with contemporary label.. -
Glenelg Shire Council Cultural Collection
Literary work - Birthday Poem for Betty Vivian, Charles French, 03/02/1941
Charles French owned a shop on Percy Street in Portland.Poem written for Betty Vivian on her 12th birthday, by Charles French on the 3rd of February 1941. White lined paper, handwritten in black ink. Slight discolouration to paper. Lines to Betty on her 12th Birthday / Another 12 months has passed on its way, / And betty has reached another birthday. vivian family records, poem, written word, birthday -
Bendigo Military Museum
Newspaper - NEWSPAPERS, FRENCH, Le Courrier De L'air, 28th October 1943
The newspaper written in French detailing Allied actions in Europe, distributed by the RAF to French speaking allies. Part of the Frederick Gardner Davey DFC No 410533 RAAF collection. Refer Cat No 3536P for his service record..1) & .2) Four page newspaper written in French, RAF symbol in colour on top LH & RH corner of page 1.Information in black type with B & W photographs..1) Top of page 1 “Orleans 5/6 - 11 - 43”, hand written in black ink.newspapers, french, allies -
Lara RSL Sub Branch
Photos, H Gibbons, Unknown
Photos of H Gibbons and grave site in Flat Iron Copse Cemetery France2 photos mounted on A4 paperH Gibbons The Grave of H Gibbons Amid those at Flat Iron Cemetery Franceh gibbons flay iron copse france world war 1 -
Bendigo Military Museum
Photograph - PHOTOGRAPH, FRAMED WW1, Wayne Eels, C.2008/2009
The Grinton Collection. 38th Bn Soldiers with French children, one is dressed in an Australian uniform. Refer Cat Number 1280 for Jack Grintons service details.Photograph framed. Photograph - black and white photograph on paper depicting two children and one soldier standing outside a building window, with a further six soldiers grouped inside the open window. Frame - timber, light varnish finish, Perspex front, cardboard backing."Group 2: Burden of War". "L. Australian soldiers and French children."framed accessories, camera on the somme, ww1, 38th bn, grinton -
4th/19th Prince of Wales's Light Horse Regiment Unit History Room
Medal, Air Crew Europe Star, abt 1945
The Air Crew Europe Star was awarded for operational flying from United Kingdom bases over Europe between 3 September 1939 and 5 June 1944. A person must first be entitled to the 1939-45 Star before qualifying for the Air Crew Europe Star. The Medal The Air Crew Europe Star is a six–pointed star of yellow copper zinc alloy. The obverse has a central design of the Royal and Imperial cypher, surmounted by a crown. The cypher is surrounded by a circlet containing the words ‘The Air Crew Europe Star'. Stars issued to Australian personnel have recipient names engraved on the plain reverse. The Ribbon The Air Crew Europe Star ribbon is light blue with yellow and black outer stripes. The colours represent the continuous service of the Air Forces by night and day. Clasps Two clasps were issued for the Air Crew Europe Star: Atlantic France and Germany Regulations only allow one clasp to be worn with the Star. When the ribbon is worn alone a silver rosette ribbon emblem is worn to denote the award of a clasp.Miniature with clasps: France and Germany & Atlanticmedal, air crew europe -
Warrnambool and District Historical Society Inc.
Postcard - Les Grenades, 1914-1918
This is number 22 of 27 items in the Daisy Vickers collection of World War One memorabilia. These items were sent or given to Daisy Ogier (nee Vickers) during World War One by Corporal Arthur Anderson who enlisted from Warrnambool in 1915 at the age of 21. He served in Egypt and France and returned to Australia in 1919. Daisy Ogier (1907-1987) was a student and then a teacher at Warrnambool Technical School with her early teaching years there from 1925 to 1936 and in 1949. She became the head mistress from 1950 to 1963 and in 1968. She officially retired in 1976. Daisy Vickers was one of the best loved and dedicated teachers that the school ever had. She married the Reverend Fred Ogier and continued her association with the school after her husband's death. This card is interesting because of its association with World War One and with two local people: Daisy Vickers and Arthur Anderson. This is a coloured postcard with a sketch of three children dressed in military outfits. The child dressed as a nurse is giving a piece of fruit to a child dressed as a wounded soldier. On the back it has space for correspondence and an address.Les Grenadesdaisy vickers, warrnambool, world war one post card, postcard ww1 -
Warrnambool and District Historical Society Inc.
Postcard - Pansies, 1914-1918
This is number 19 of 27 items in the Daisy Vickers collection of World War One memorabilia. These items were sent or given to Daisy Ogier (nee Vickers) during World War One by Corporal Arthur Anderson who enlisted from Warrnambool in 1915 at the age of 21. He served in Egypt and France and returned to Australia in 1919. Daisy Ogier (1907-1987) was a student and then a teacher at Warrnambool Technical School with her early teaching years there from 1925 to 1936 and in 1949. She became the head mistress from 1950 to 1963 and in 1968. She officially retired in 1976. Daisy Vickers was one of the best loved and dedicated teachers that the school ever had. She married the Reverend Fred Ogier and continued her association with the school after her husband's death.This card is interesting because of its association with World War One and two local people Daisy Vickers ans Arthur AndersonThis postcard features pansies and an idyllic sylvan background. On the back it has space for correspondence and an address. There are initials and lettering on the front.E.M. 344 Fabrication Francaise daisy ogier nee vickers, arthur anderson, warrnambool technical school, world war one postcard -
Warrnambool and District Historical Society Inc.
Postcard - Bonne Annee, 1914-1918
This is number 21 of 27 items in the Daisy Vickers collection of World War One memorabilia. These items were sent or given to Daisy Ogier (nee Vickers) during World War One by Corporal Arthur Anderson who enlisted from Warrnambool in 1915 at the age of 21. He served in Egypt and France and returned to Australia in 1919. Daisy Ogier (1907-1987) was a student and then a teacher at Warrnambool Technical School with her early teaching years there from 1925 to 1936 and in 1949. She became the head mistress in 1950 to 1963 and in 1968. Daisy Vickers was one of the best loved and dedicated teachers the school has ever had. She married the Reverend Fred Ogier and continued her association with the school after her husband's death. This card is interesting because of its association with World War One and two local people Daisy Vickers and Arthur AndersonThis postcard features two children standing together holding a horseshoe and flowers. In the background are more flowers. One child is wearing a deep red coloured dress with a lace collar and a hat The other child is wearing a hat, a scarf and leggings.There is black printing on the front. On the back is a hand written letter. Bonne Annee Tous nos Voeux de Bonheur DIX 105.5/3 Belgium August 13th. Dear Daisy, It is a long time since I had a letter from you so I thought I would give you a reminder to write one. Its some time now since I had a letter from Home . They don't come too often now as the Germans sink the mail boats . I am sending a handkerchief along with this card I hope you like it Arthur daisy vickers, warrnambool technical school, world war one postcard -
Warrnambool and District Historical Society Inc.
Postcard - World war one embroidered postcard, 1914-1918
This is Item 27 of 27 items in the Daisy Vickers collection of World War One memorabilia. These items were sent or given to Daisy Ogier (nee Vickers) during World War One by Corporal Arthur Anderson who enlisted from Warrnambool in 1915 at the age of 21. He served in Egypt and France and returned to Australia in 1919. Daisy Ogier (1907-1987) was a student and then a teacher at Warrnambool Technical School with her early teaching years there from 1925 to 1936 and in 1949. She became the head mistress from 1950 to 1963 and in 1968. She officially retired in 1976. Daisy Vickers was one of the best loved and dedicated teachers that the school ever had. She married the Reverend Fred Ogier and continued her association with the school after her husband's deathThis card is interesting because of its association with World War One and two local people Daisy Vickers and Arthur AndereonThis card features embroidered poppies and a Union Flag as part of the decoration. There is a narrow blue ribbon with a bow which has become detached. The back has lines for correspondence and a space for an address . Fabrication francaisedaisy vickers, arthur anderson, warrnambool technical school, world war 1 postcard -
Bendigo Military Museum
Letter - LETTERS WW1, C.1917
Letters from Alfred G Ferris No 2156 AIF to his family at Terrick Terrick. Refer cat No 4183.3P for Alf’s service details..1) Letter, “YMCA, With the Australian Imperial Force” letterhead, yellowed, all printing in red & black, ruled lines, hand written in black pencil, dated. .2) letter, rectangular shape, off white colour, hand written in black pencil & ink. .3) Letter, rectangular shape, off white colour, unlined, hand written in black pencil, dated..1) Main points, “France Sun 11th Feb 1917”, “Dear Mother”, “Always your loving son Alf” .2) Main points, “I remain your loving brother & son xxxx Alf (Love to all)” .3 Main points, “France Sun 18th Feb 1917”, “Dear Mother & all”letters, ymca, france -
Bendigo Military Museum
Souvenir - SILK SOUVENIRS, 1914-18
Embroidered handkerchiefs - Souvenirs from 1914-1918.Embroidered handkerchiefs - souvenirs from 1914 - 1918. .1) Silk handkerchief edged with lace & embroidered with two white 7 purple pansies and the words "All kind thoughts" in one corner. .2) Silk handkerchief with gold ribbon edging, embroidered with six flags and yellow & mauve pansy plus the words "Souvenir de France".1) Embroidered with "All kind thoughts" .2) Embroidered with "Souvenir de France"handcrafts-embroidery, souvenirs, silk -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Photograph, Official Opening of Schwerkolt Cottage 1965, 1965
Black and white photo of Official Opening of Schwerkolt Cottage,1965. Standing outside Catering Marquee is Glyn France of Ford Catering Co., Father of Barbara Rogalski, Society Member.france, glyn, rogalski, barbara, schwerkolt cottage -
Robin Boyd Foundation
Slide, Robin Boyd, 1950
Penleigh Boyd, Robin and Patricia Boyd's son, writes “Prior to 1950 Robin, like most other amateur or hobby photographers, took black and white printed photographs. The oldest slides date from 1950 when Robin and Patricia travelled to Europe on Robin’s Robert Haddon Travelling Scholarship.” In 1948 Robin Boyd was awarded ‘joint first place’ in the Robert Haddon competition for his design of Mildura art gallery. The scholarship helped fund their first overseas trip. Robin and Patricia were passengers on the Greek ship “Cyrenia” departing in May 1950, passing through the Suez Canal and landing in Genoa five weeks later. For six months, they travelled extensively throughout Europe (predominantly driving themselves) - France, Italy, United Kingdom, Sweden, Denmark, Germany, Austria, Switzerland and Spain.Colour slide in a mount. Western facade, Versaille, FranceVersailles / W.Facade (All Handwritten)haddon travelling scholarship, haddon, robin boyd, slide -
Robin Boyd Foundation
Slide, Robin Boyd, 1950
Penleigh Boyd, Robin and Patricia Boyd's son, writes “Prior to 1950 Robin, like most other amateur or hobby photographers, took black and white printed photographs. The oldest slides date from 1950 when Robin and Patricia travelled to Europe on Robin’s Robert Haddon Travelling Scholarship.” In 1948 Robin Boyd was awarded ‘joint first place’ in the Robert Haddon competition for his design of Mildura art gallery. The scholarship helped fund their first overseas trip. Robin and Patricia were passengers on the Greek ship “Cyrenia” departing in May 1950, passing through the Suez Canal and landing in Genoa five weeks later. For six months, they travelled extensively throughout Europe (predominantly driving themselves) - France, Italy, United Kingdom, Sweden, Denmark, Germany, Austria, Switzerland and Spain.Colour slide in a mount. Pont Royal, Paris, FranceParis / Point Royal (All Handwritten)haddon travelling scholarship, haddon, robin boyd, slide -
Waverley RSL Sub Branch
German Prayer Book , French Prayer Book and Christmas card 1918
German Prayer Book found on the Somme 10/08/1918 in dilapidated House (France) French Prayer Book found 14/4/1918 Found by Mervyn UnderwoodFrench Leather bound Prayer Book (RED) German Prayer Book ( Prayerbook for catholic soldiers) (Black) and Christmas card 1918 (from Mervyn with love 58th Batallion Christmas 1918 New Year 1919) -
Supreme Court of Victoria Library
Books, Chronicles; Historical Chronicles, Early 19th Century
These are 22 volumes of early English and French History translated from the Latin, French and Old English. The volumes were published in the early 19th Century, Redmond Barry purchased these from Guillaume, Colonial Bookseller, Chester Square, London for the Library.The books are in excellent condition and would be rare in Australian library collections.22 Volumes of Leather Bound books with gold embossing, illustrated.Historical Chronicles of English History, many titles, translated from the Latin, and the Old English and Old French.redmond barry, chronicle -
National Vietnam Veterans Museum (NVVM)
Booklet, World Health Organization
Yellow Booklet issued by WHO and featuring the Symbol of said Organization and International Certificates of Vaccination wording in black print. All wording in both English and French. 3790361 TM Collie in blue pen. Issued to passport number or travel document no G 495622Nine pages detailing dates and Vaccinations plus information for soldier and Physicians in both English and French. Some stamped.booklet, who, medical -
Bendigo Military Museum
Postcard - POSTCARDS, PHOTOGRAPHIC, c.1912 - 1918
Black & white photos (postcards) of France mainly during WWI.Rectangular black & white cardboard postcards..6) From Herb Rumble dated France Dec 1912. .7) - .16) Handwritten message undersigned.documents-postcards, military history, passchendaele barracks trust