Showing 18636 items
matching rsl
-
Port Melbourne Historical & Preservation Society
Letter - RSSAILA re Voyager appeal, 1964
Given to PMH&PS by the local RSL Branch on their closure in May 1998. Note reference to this appeal in editorial in The Record 9.5.1964 p.2, 'A Voyager Reflection'Framed RSSAILA letter regarding Voyager Appeal, set in mount.handlettered 'the largest amount raised in Victoria' (i.e. by Port Melbourne sub Branch in conjunction with Port Council)Tiny pencil marking back upper left '15/-'societies clubs unions and other organisations, charities and appeals, returned services league, rsl, hmas voyager -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Book - A CENTURY OF SERVICE
A Century of Service, the events, people and places that shaped the RSL in Bendigo 1915-2015. A tribute to the men and women from Bendigo who have served in the Defence Forces of Australia and our allies in time of need and in particular to those who formed a sub-branch of the Returned Soldiers Association in Bendigo in 1915 and those who have participated in the last 100 years.Soft cover 239 pages with black and white & coloured photographs.Murray Poustieorganization, military, rsl -
Port Melbourne Historical & Preservation Society
Certificate - A C McLELLAN, Town of Port Melbourne, WWI, Allan Studio, 1916
Given to PMH&PS by the local RSL Branch on their closure in May 1998Framed certificate of thanks for service in World War I, issued by Port Melbourne Town Council to A.C. McLELLAN, dated 6.7.1916, signed by Mayor, councillors and Town Clerk, stamped with Port Melbourne sealwar - world war i, societies clubs unions and other organisations, returned services league, rsl, mayors, town clerks, archibald colin mclellan -
Lara RSL Sub Branch
Army Trousers, E.W. PTY LTD, Australian Army Trousers, c. 1968
These trousers, along with the rest of the dress uniform, belonged to an individual named H.E. Schulze. It is believed to have been dropped off to the RSL, so no additional information is known.This uniform serves as an example of the military dress worn by the Royal Australian Army (Royal Australian Artillery Regiment) during the late sixties.Khaki trousers with pleats and a series of belt loops at the waist; two front pockets; and three buttons positioned at the left, right, and centre of the back of the trousers (for attaching a jacket to the trousers). There is a large tear in the seat.lara, rsl, royal australian army, royal australian artillery, war -
Lara RSL Sub Branch
Army Jacket, E.W. PTY LTD, Australian Army Jacket, 1968
This jacket, along with the rest of the dress uniform, belonged to an individual named H.E Schulze. It is believed to have been dropped off to the RSL, so no additional information is known. This uniform serves as an example of the military dress worn by the Royal Australian Army (Royal Australian Artillery Regiment) during the late sixties.Khaki jacket featuring two buttoned chest pockets and a belt. A rope cord is draped across and under the right shoulder of the jacket (referred to as a lanyard). There is a single patch (of red and blue colouring) that is located at the top of both sleeves, with an additional patch at the bottom of the left sleeve.Both patches read "ROYAL AUSTRALIAN ARTILLERY". Inside jacket tag reads "E.W. PTY/LTD. / SOUTH AUSTRALIA 1968 / CLASS 8405-66-025-6422 / BATCH 8/68 / MILL AV / SIZE OF CHEST 41/42 PR / MATCHING TROUSERS 39 PR / DRY CLEAN ONLY / CREASE UPPER HALF / OF LAPELS ONLY / NAME: SCHULZE HE / ARMY No. 3164207"lara, rsl, royal australian army, royal australian artillery, war -
Lara RSL Sub Branch
Army Shirt, Australian Army Shirt, c. 1968
This shirt, along with the rest of the dress uniform, belonged to an individual named H.E. Schulze. It is believed to have been dropped off to the RSL, so no additional information is known. This uniform serves as an example of the military dress worn by the Royal Australian Army (Royal Australian Artillery Regiment) during the late sixties.Khaki coloured, button-down collared shirt. Staining can be seen across the front of the shirt, as well as the sleeves.lara, rsl, royal australian army, royal australian artillery, war -
Lara RSL Sub Branch
Army Tie, Australian Army Tie
This tie, along with the rest of the dress uniform, belonged to an individual named H.E Schulze. It is believed to have been dropped off to the RSL, so no additional information is known.This uniform serves as an example of the military dress worn by the Royal Australian Army (Royal Australian Artillery Regiment) during the late sixties.Khaki tie that is missing the bottom section (appears to have been cut off).lara, rsl, royal australian army, royal australian artillery, war -
Lara RSL Sub Branch
Army Boots, Australian Army Boots
These boots, along with the rest of the dress uniform, belonged to an individual named H.E. Schulze. It is believed to have been dropped off to the RSL, so no additional information is known.This uniform serves as an example of the military dress worn by the Royal Australian Army (Royal Australian Artillery Regiment) during the late sixties.Pair of polished, lace-up, black leather boots.lara, rsl, royal australian army, royal australian artillery, war -
Lara RSL Sub Branch
Army Hat, Australian Army Slouch Hat
This hat, along with the rest of the dress uniform, belonged to an individual named H.E Schulze. It is believed to have been dropped off to the RSL, so no additional information is known.This uniform serves as an example of the military dress worn by the Royal Australian Army (Royal Australian Artillery Regiment) during the late sixties.A khaki coloured Australian military felt hat. The left side has been folded up and pinned with an Australian Infantry Combat Badge. A safety pin is attached to the underside of the hat.lara, rsl, royal australian army, royal australian artillery, war -
Bendigo Military Museum
Mixed media - SCRAPBOOK BENDIGO RSL, 1967 - 1972
This scrap book has been divided into 4 parts with different Cat No's to give better coverage of the articles & photos. There are 3 photos in the book that were loose in other material as well and are covered in Cat No's 8094, 8148.2P, 8149P. some pages have been cropped to give a better view. Page 1. The article covers the award of a Life Membership to Samuel John Ryan for his years and work in Committee, Executive, Welfare and State Council. Sam as known served on the Committee of the Bendigo RSL from 1963 - 1968, 1970 - 1973, President 1964 - 1967, Snr Vice President 1973. He was made a Life member in 1968, awarded the BEM (British Empire medal) in 1973 for his untiring RSL Volunteer work. Page 2a. Shows people in attendance at a Remembrance Day Service 11th hour, 11th day, 11th month in Bendigo, year unknown. The man on own with the Cross is Sam Ryan President Bendigo RSL Page 2b. Shows two unknown men with and ANZAC Appeal poster. Page 3a. The Winston Churchill Memorial Appeal from the Bendigo angle, from the left Sam Ryan Bendigo RSL President, The Mayor Cr N.J. Oliver and Mr R.. Shelmerdine National Deputy President and Victorian Chairman of the Appeal. Page 3b. On the left is Mrs H. Morey President of the Bendigo RSL Ladies Auxiliary, centre is Mrs W. Waters being presented with a Life Membership of the Auxiliary by the President of the Bendigo RSL Jack Plant. the year was 1969. Page 4a. Poppy Appeal shows Mr H. McDougall Committee Bendigo RSL selling Poppies pre Remembrance Day to Mrs S. Reilly and Mrs J. Johnson. Mr Ernie Jackman Appeals Officer states he is very happy with the results. Mr McDougall served on Committee Bendigo RSL from 1964 - 1969. For Ernie Jackman refer Cat No 8133.2P. Page 4b. A brief service "Battle of Britain" service held at the Soldiers memorial Institute, Mr Ray Rood (Foreground) read a message from Lord Tedder Marshall of the RAF. The men left to right are: Mr R.R. Anderson, Mr F Wright, Mr R.V. Brock, Mr A. Ramage and Mr G. Baker. Page 5a. Article re Bendigo RSL Appeals re nearly 500 collectors set to start tomorrow morning. On the right Mr Sam Ryan President Bendigo RSL handing out Authorisation sheets and Receipts to area captains. From the left, Messrs E.J. Bass (Air Force Association), R Patterson (Bendigo Jaycees) Aenior Constable A Booth (Police)and Mr J. Hall (YM Vikings) Page 5b. Presentation of two "Easy Chairs" to the Repatriation Centre Bendigo Base Hospital, From the left E. Jackman (Appeals Officer) J.T. Sullivan Snr Vice President, A.l. Nelson (Welfare Officer) J.K. Barnes (Secretary) S.J. Ryan (President) and Cr Alec Craig (President of the Hospital Management Committee). Patients trying out the new Easy Chairs are Mr V. Steinhauser and Mr R. Pearson. Page 6a. Presentation of Life Membership to H.A.W. Morey (Bert) by the State President of the RSL Brigadier W.H. Hall at the Bendigo RSL Annual Dinner in 1967, to the left of Bert Morey is Sam Ryan President of Bendigo RSL. Bert Morey joined the RSL back in 1921, became a member of Bendigo RSL in 1923, served on the Committee from 1938 - 1960, Snr Vice President 1958 - 1960. Page 6b. Bendigo RSL Annual Dinner 6.7.1968. The New President Mr W.B. Nicholls was unable to attend, the Snr Vice President C.J. Plant deputised for him. From the left front row, J.K. Barnes Secretary, S.J. Ryan Immediate Past President, C.J. Plant, The Mayor Cr R.W. Cambridge, D.J. Osborn Jnr Vice President. Back Row, J. King Treasurer, John Osborne & D. Mattiske representing the State President and Mr T.M. Stephens Deputy Commissioner Repatriation Department.Spiroflex sketch book with blank white pages used as a scrapbook with newspaper cuttings and photos relating to the Bendigo RSL, all are pasted in except one with stick tape, all photos are B & W, newspaper cuttings have turned a brownish colour. Page 1 inside cover, article re the award of a Life membership. Page 2. Article with two pictures and text re Remembrance Day, picture re poster for the Anzac Appeal. Page 3. Two articles with pictures re the Churchill Appeal and a Life Membership. Page 4. Articles with pictures re Anzac Appeal and Battle of Britain. Page 5. Two articles with pictures re Appeals and Welfare. Page 6. Two articles with pictures re Life Membership and RSL Annual Dinner.On Page 6 top article in blue pen, "67", on bottom article in red pen, "6.7.68"brsl, smirsl, scrap book -
Bendigo Military Museum
Badge - BADGE, RSL, E G LEE, Post WW2
Item relates to S W ROSS VX78589, refer Cat No 3147 for his service details.RSL Membership badge. Shaped similar to a shield with scalloped top left & right corners. In the centre is a round section of dark blue enamel. In the circle in brown are 3 marching figures. The outer sides of badge are white enamel. A red banner under the marching figures has illegible writing. There is a crown at the top with the number 89 on it meaning a financial member in 1989.Rear of badge stamped: "10185". "Property of League". "E G LEE MELB"societies-service clubs, numismatics-badges, military history, rsl -
Bendigo Military Museum
Photograph - BENDIGO LADIES AUXILIARY DINNER, C. late 1998
The photographs were taken at a Bendigo RSL Women's Auxiliary Dinner held on 6.12,1998. .1) Photo, Alan Holmes President Bendigo RSL accepting a Cheque from Christine Bates President of the Womens Auxiliary. The cheque was for $1,000.00. .2) Seated at table those identified, Joe Boulton and Jack Plant at rear, Peter & Margaret Dodd, Dorothy Osgood at front. .3) Seated at table those identified, Ian Bates at far end, Joy Sutherland and Husband centre, Marge Matheson & Eileen Plant at front. Refer Cat No's 8021, 8107.Three photographs colour relating to the Bendigo RSL Womens Auxiliary dinner. .1) Shows a man and women holding a Cheque between them, people seated behind them. .2) Shows a table of men and women sitting at the dinner. .3) Shows a 2nd table of people at the dinner.On rear in red pen, "Ladies Aux dinner 98". SSome hand written names listed.brsl, smirsl, auxiliary, dinner, wabrsl -
Melbourne Legacy
Flag, Legacy, 2012
The flag was made to replace an existing Legacy flag (at the insistence of Myra Healey) that was stolen. Myra was a member of the Upper Yarra Legacy Widows Club. The flag was flown next to the Australian flag in the RSL Memorial Garden. The symbol of Legacy is the Torch and Wreath of Laurel. The Torch signifies the undying flame of service and sacrifice of those who gave their lives for their country.The Legacy flag was a reminder that Legacy was still active in its work for families of ex-service and serving personnel.Large rectangular synthetic flag with the word Legacy and the torch logo, canvas binding down the left hand edge. Also a short history of how the flag was flown at an RSL typed on white paper x 2 pages.The word Legacy (in blue), underlined in orange. Legacy torch (in blue) on the righthand side of the flag. Lower righthand side of Legacy Torch is registered trade mark symbol.legacy promotion, logo, flags -
Lara RSL Sub Branch
Aircraft, Model - Grumman F6F Hellcat, 2014
These model aeroplanes were handed to the RSL unbuilt when an unknown member passed away. Gordon Ball built and painted the models in 2014.Model aeroplane American Grumman F6F Hellcat. Painted blue-grey with American markings.model, aeroplane, lara, rsl, ww2, wwii -
Ringwood RSL Sub-Branch
Work on paper - Memorabilia, Vietnam memorabilia
Photograph of Flags at Dandenong RSL -
Dandenong/Cranbourne RSL Sub Branch
Framed Photograph (Roulettes)
Framed photograph of Pilot with two planes beside him. Presented to the Dandenong RSL . The picture shows the RAAF Roulettes January-June 2003.The names and signatures of the 7 Pilots appear below the picture.To the Dandenong RSL. keep up the good work, best wishes.(on hand written on top left). (Top centre) The RAAF Roulettes January- June 2003.(Bottom of picture) Roulette Leader SQNLDR Peter ROBINSON & signature Roulette 2 FLTLT Paul BRYAN & signature -
Lakes Entrance Regional Historical Society (operating as Lakes Entrance History Centre & Museum)
Photograph, Lakes Post Newspaper, 1994
Black and white photograph of Heather and Ross Tavener Shire CEO RSL and Ross Woods RSL Lakes Entrance Victoriafundraising, return soldiers league -
Mont De Lancey
Container - Anzac Biscuit Tin, Returned and Services League of Australia, 2019
This Unibic Limited Edition ANZAC Biscuit tin is one of a series produced in 2014 to commemorate 100 years 1914 - 2014 of World War 1, focusing on the Victoria Cross, The Anzac Biscuit Story and The RSL Story. The included paper sheet explains the Victoria Cross in full detail. The RSL and Modern Baking Pty Ltd in Broadmeadows provided this product.A medium sized rectangular Limited Edition green and gold lidded Anzac Biscuit Tin with an old brown and grey toned photograph image of soldiers of the 5th Division in a motor car. The lettering for the tin is stamped in red and white at the top of the lid with Limited Edition in gold. At the bottom of the tin is written - Australian 5th Division 500g including a gold coloured embossed Rising Sun Badge. There is a brief explanation about the 5th Divisional Motor Car's location on one side of the tin as well as an explanation of the meaning of the Rising Sun Badge on the other side. The back of the tin has information about The Anzac Biscuit Story and a recipe. Inside the tin there is a folded brochure about the seven 2019 Limited Edition Tins that were available at the time.As stated above there is the name of the tin 'Limited Edition ANZAC Biscuit' with details of the tin's meaning for the Australian 5th Division. '500g Net' All of the tin has information about the soldiers who served in WW1 and WW2 and the relevance of the Anzac Spirit and biscuits.war, world war 1, world war 2, containers, tins, commemorative tins, rsl -
Bendigo Military Museum
Photograph - RSL 50 YEAR MEMBERS, C. 1972
All the men in the photo were Great War soldiers. On the day of the presentation in 1972 the men were accompanied by their wives or relatives and treated to afternoon tea by the RSL Ladies Auxiliary and entertained by two RSL members George Elliot and George English. Top. Norman McLaren Young Regt No 7595, 13th & 14th Bn's. Thomas Richardson Liddle Regt No 1963, 21st Bn. Centre. Wm Earl Waters Regt No 718, 22nd Bn & 4th Fld Engineers. Robert Harrowfield Regt No 4954, 8th Bn. Jabez Hopkins Merryman Regt No 1981, 11th Bn & 1st M.G Bn. Bot. William Flett Regt No1767, 22nd & 24th Bn's. George Keir Regt No 1374, 13th LH Regt. David Jones Regt No 2670, 57th Bn. Norman Charles Boyle Regt No 1803, 38th Bn. Roy McEwan Johnson Regt No 2671, 57th Bn.Photograph B & W showing a group of 10 men who recieved their 50 year membership Certificates as members of the Bendigo RSL Sub Branch. Photograph was taken on the stairs to the stage in the Main Hall of the Soldiers Memorial Institute Bendigobrsl, smirsl, 50 years, membership, wabrsl -
Bendigo Military Museum
Administrative record - RECEIPT EXPENDITURE BOOK, EAGLEHAWK RSL, C. 1960
The receipts and expenditure of the EagleHawk RSL Sub Branch cover the years 1960 - 2005. On the final entry a note in red pen dated 28.2.2005 that this was the close of business and the amalgamation of the Eaglehawk RSL Sub Branch with The Bendigo RSL, a final date under is 7.03.2005.Receipt expenditure book, spine and corners are brown leather suede, front & rear face is green buckram, a label on the spine Has "CASH BOOK", ruled lines in blue /red, vertical lines in red. The entries are in blue pen and some minor points in red. On the first page is a typed letter pasted in re a 5 Pound School Scholarship from the Eagle Hawk RSL per year. At the rear is a hand written note with a list of 12 names being the "Foundation Members". Lose is an invoice for the use of the Eaglehawk building by the Electoral Commission re the use of the building for $300.00. Last is a letter from the Commonwealth bank re the merger of the State Bank of Victoria with the Commonwealth.brsl, smirsl, ehrsl, expenditure, -
Bendigo Military Museum
Badge - BADGES SERVICE AND MEMBERSHIP, Post WW11
Belonged to Capt Warick Rosenthal No TX6321 AAMC. Refer 622.3, 775. .1) RSL Membership Badge with clip "53" denoting financial member 1953. Badge has 3 figures with a blue circle around, under is a scroll in red, rear has a clip with pin & numbered. .2) Returned from Active Service Badge, blackened brass, crown over rising sun, wings / anchor / Boomerang under with words "Returned From Active Service" Two lugs and pins on rear..1) "Returned Sailors Soldiers Airmen Imperial League of Australia" On rear "V1314" .2) On rear "211849"rsl, military history, military service, active service -
Lara RSL Sub Branch
Newspaper - Echuca - Moama RSL Club, Memorbilia Museum 1995 Commemorates the 80TH Anniversary of the Landings at Gallipoli
newspaper Echuca - Moama RSL Club Memorbilia Museum 1995 Commemorates the 80TH Anniversary of the Landings at Gallipoli. -
Ballarat RSL Sub-Branch Inc.
RSL Service Member Badge
This object relates to Sydney William KENNEDY. He was born on 06/03/1923 in Echuca, VIC. Sydney William served in the Army (VX116590) enlisting on, 20/09/1942 in Echuca East, VIC before being discharged from duties with the 0 AUST HEAVY BATTERY as a Army Non-Commissioned Gunner (GNR) on 26/06/1946. Sydney William KENNEDY was not a prisoner of war. His next of kin is Louisa KENNEDY. Sydney Kennedy was awarded the 1939-1945 Star, Australia Service Medal 1939-1946, Pacific Star, War Medal 1939-1945.Member - Ballarat RSL Sub-Branchuniforms, ballarat rsl, ballarat -
Ballarat RSL Sub-Branch Inc.
Poster - Framed 75th Anniversary RSL of Australia 1916-1991
Showing RSL Badges 1915 - 1971photo/pictures, ballarat rsl, ballarat -
Running Rabbits Military Museum operated by the Upwey Belgrave RSL Sub Branch
Tappestry
Tapestry of RSL Logo Upwey Belgravepicture, general -
Running Rabbits Military Museum operated by the Upwey Belgrave RSL Sub Branch
RSL Sub Branch Badge
Shortland RSL Bowling Club Badgebadge/buttons, general -
Running Rabbits Military Museum operated by the Upwey Belgrave RSL Sub Branch
RSL Affiliate Badge
RSL Affiliate Badge No. V 19344badge/buttons, general -
Running Rabbits Military Museum operated by the Upwey Belgrave RSL Sub Branch
Badge
RSL Membership badge 1971-1990badge/buttons, current, general -
Beechworth RSL Sub-Branch
Certificate - Certificate Life Membership
Framed Certificate of LIfe Membership of the RSLCertificate - Life Membership - Llewellyn C. Stephens -
Bendigo Military Museum
Administrative record - VOLUMES, BDRSL MINUTES
On the spine in gold on all "Bendigo RSL Sub - Branch", on three, "Committee Minutes, on one "Annual reports" and last, "Annual General Minutes". The years to each specific volume. When the History of the Bendigo RSL was being compiled by Murray Poustie the original foolscap documents were put together and then reprinted in these volumes in A4 size. Refer Cat No 8093 re the history Bendigo RSL Sub Branch..1 - .3) Three leather bound volumes with brown spine and corner covers, front and back face green, on the spine is text in gold. These are the minutes of the Bendigo RSL Sub Branch from 1960 - 2000 being 1960 - 74, 1975 - 91 and 1992 - 2000. .4) Same leather volume these being the Annual Reports of the Sub Branch from 1964 - 2000. .5) Same leather volume these being the Annual General meetings from 1949 - 2014. Each has a black book mark ribbon. As well each is slightly different in thickness size.brsl, smirsl, volumes