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National Vietnam Veterans Museum (NVVM)
Film - Film, DVD, Legacy: the story of Legacy, 1986
An introduction to Legacy: it's meaning and role in Australia today.legacy clubs of australia -- history, welfare services for families of ex-servicemen -
Churchill Island Heritage Farm
Souvenir - Commemorative Cup, 1911
This commemorative cup was given to school children for the coronation of King George V and Mary Teck in 1911Commemorative ceramic cup with painted busts of George V and Mary Teck. for the coronation of George V. Three portraits and a coat of arms cover each quarter of the cup"1911"churchill island, commemorative, british royal family, king george -
Churchill Island Heritage Farm
Photograph of Valda Treadwell, c.1940
Churchill Island Heritage Farm has a large photograph collection dating from the mid-nineteenth century to the last decade. This series of photographs show images from daily life while the Island was owned by the Jenkins family from 1936 - 63. Black and white photograph of Valda Treadwall - woman in bathing suit, with hair secured in a towel. Posing in front of closed gate.Catalogue number in pencil on reverse. In pencil on reverse: “VALDA TREADWELL Has been in the (*’the’ is crossed out) by dam swimming” In pencil on reverse from later date: “C. 1940” Stamp on reverse: “KODAK PRINT” Faded numerical stamp on reverse. “1 78” still visible. “.VELOX.” stamps over reverse. photograph, jenkins, valda treadwell, churchill island -
Churchill Island Heritage Farm
Ted and Max Cumming, c.1940
Churchill Island Heritage Farm has a large photograph collection dating from the mid-nineteenth century to the last decade. This series of photos show candid images from the Jenkins family's time on the Island.Black and white photograph showing two man (Ted Jenkins and Max Cummings) sitting on chairs gazing off-camera. Catalogue number written in pencil on reverse. 'Ted + Max Cumming c.1940' written in pencil on reverse 'Kodak print' Stamp on reverse. '3' and '47' stamped on reversephotograph, churchill island, jenkins, ted jenkins -
Churchill Island Heritage Farm
Photograph of two boats, c.1890s
Churchill Island Heritage Farm has a large photograph collection dating from the mid-nineteenth century to the last decade.This series of photographs were taken in the late 1890s and show scenes from around the island while it was owned by Samuel Amess and his family.Black and white reprint of a photograph from the late nineteenth century showing two boats resting on the river floor at low tide. A man sits in the rear of the second boat.Catalogue number written in pencil on reverse. amess house, samuel amess, churchill island, photograph -
Churchill Island Heritage Farm
Photograph of two people outside Amess House, c.1890s
Churchill Island Heritage Farm has a large photograph collection dating from the mid-nineteenth century to the last decade.This series of photographs were taken in the late 1890s and show scenes from around the island while it was owned by Samuel Amess and his family.Black and white reprint of a photograph from the late nineteenth century showing a man moving the cannon and a women gardening. The photograph has been taken across the garden and shows Amess House and an immature Norfolk Pine in the background.Catalogue number written in pencil on reverse. amess house, samuel amess, churchill island, photograph, cannon -
Churchill Island Heritage Farm
Photograph of two men lying in a paddock, c.1890s
Churchill Island Heritage Farm has a large photograph collection dating from the mid-nineteenth century to the last decade.This series of photographs were taken in the late 1890s and show scenes from around the island while it was owned by Samuel Amess and his family.Black and white reprint of a photograph from the late nineteenth century showing two men resting in a paddock with a line of trees dividing the field from the water. One man is reclining on the grass while another stands.Catalogue number written in pencil on reverse. amess house, samuel amess, churchill island, photograph, cannon -
Churchill Island Heritage Farm
Photograph of two men lying in a paddock, Late 19th century
Churchill Island Heritage Farm has a large photograph collection dating from the mid-nineteenth century to the last decade.This series of photographs were taken in the late 1890s and show scenes from around the island while it was owned by Samuel Amess and his family.Black and white reprint of a photograph from the late nineteenth century showing two men resting in a paddock with a line of trees dividing the field from the water. One man is reclining on the grass while another stands. Copy of 0658.3Catalogue number written in pencil on reverse. 'VICTORIAN DEPT OF AGRICULTURE' written in pencil on reverse Stamp on reverse: 'Photograph by Information Branch Victorian Dept. of Agriculture Ref. No 1978(541-8)'amess house, churchill island, samuel amess, moonahs -
Churchill Island Heritage Farm
Photograph of two people outside Amess House, 19th Century
Churchill Island Heritage Farm has a large photograph collection dating from the mid-nineteenth century to the last decade.This series of photographs were taken in the late 1890s and show scenes from around the island while it was owned by Samuel Amess and his family.Black and white reprint of a photograph from the late nineteenth century showing a man moving the cannon and a women gardening. The photograph has been taken across the garden and shows Amess House and an immature Norfolk Pine in the background. Matches 0658.2Catalogue number written on reverse in pencil. Written in pencil on reverse 'Dept of Agriculture' Stamp on reverse 'Photograph by Information Branch Victorian Dept. of Agriculture Ref. No 1978(541-16)amess house, churchill island, samuel amess, cannon -
Churchill Island Heritage Farm
Photograph showing family outside Amess House, 19th century
Churchill Island Heritage Farm has a large photograph collection dating from the mid-nineteenth century to the last decade.This series of photographs were taken in the late 1890s and show scenes from around the island while it was owned by Samuel Amess and his family.Black and White photograph taken from the late nineteenth century showing groups of people standing out the front of Amess House. There is a covered cannon on the right hand side of the frame and an immature Norfolk Pine in the background. Catalogue number written on reverse in pencil. Written on reverse in pencil 'Department of Agriculture' Stamp on reverse 'Photograph by Information Branch Victorian Dept. of Agriculture Ref. No 1978(541-24)samuel amess, churchill island, amess house, norfolk pine, cannon -
Churchill Island Heritage Farm
Photograph showing three men and a dog in a pasture, 19th century
Churchill Island Heritage Farm has a large photograph collection dating from the mid-nineteenth century to the last decade.This series of photographs were taken in the late 1890s and show scenes from around the island while it was owned by Samuel Amess and his family.Black and White photograph taken from the late nineteenth century showing three men reclining with a dog in a paddock on Churchill Island with the shoreline and mudflats in the background.Catalogue number written on reverse in pencil. Written on reverse in pencil 'Department of Agriculture' Stamp on reverse 'Photograph by Information Branch Victorian Dept. of Agriculture Ref. No 1978(541-28)churchill island, amess house -
Churchill Island Heritage Farm
Photograph showing two boats resting on the mud, 19th century
Churchill Island Heritage Farm has a large photograph collection dating from the mid-nineteenth century to the last decade.This series of photographs were taken in the late 1890s and show scenes from around the island while it was owned by Samuel Amess and his family.Black and white reprint of a photograph from the late nineteenth century showing two boats resting on the river floor at low tide. A man sits in the rear of the second boat.Catalogue number written on reverse in pencil. Written on reverse in pencil 'Department of Agriculture' Stamp on reverse 'Photograph by Information Branch Victorian Dept. of Agriculture Ref. No 1978(541-26)churchill island, amess house -
Churchill Island Heritage Farm
Photograph of three men posing in orchard, 19th century
Churchill Island Heritage Farm has a large photograph collection dating from the mid-nineteenth century to the last decade.This series of photographs were taken in the late 1890s and show scenes from around the island while it was owned by Samuel Amess and his family.Black and white reprint of a photograph from the late nineteenth century showing three men posing in an orchard. One man is on a ladder, and the other two are gesturing at the tree.Catalogue number written on reverse in pencil. Written on reverse in pencil 'Department of Agriculture' Stamp on reverse 'Photograph by Information Branch Victorian Dept. of Agriculture Ref. No 1978(541-27)churchill island, amess house -
Churchill Island Heritage Farm
Photograph of the Jenkins family in front of a cannon, c.1940s
Churchill Island Heritage Farm has a large photograph collection dating from the mid-nineteenth century to the last decade. This series of photographs show candid pictures taken by previous residents of the Island. Black and White photograph of Ted and Harry Jenkins with Bill Cusby (?) standing around the cannon in front of Amess House.Catalogue number written on reverse in pencil. 'A' stamped on reverse Handwriting on reverse 'c.1940' Handwritten on reverse 'Harry Jenkins Ted Jenkins and Bill Cusby' (?)churchill island, mal mccartney, ted jenkins, harry jenkins -
Churchill Island Heritage Farm
Photograph of group of people on a day trip, Unknown
Churchill Island Heritage Farm has a large photograph collection dating from the mid-nineteenth century to the last decade. This series of photographs show candid pictures taken by previous residents of the Island.Black and white photograph of a family sitting and standing around a cart. Taken near the rear of Amess House. Probably visitors on a daytrip to Churchill Island. Printed on card.Catalogue number written on reverse in pencil Handwritten in pencil on reverse 'Taken at entrance to rear of house - coming up from the jetty' In another hand 'c 1955 - 60 (pre-bridge) Having a day trip' churchill island, amess house -
Churchill Island Heritage Farm
Print - Print of Samuel Amess
Sepia and dark blue print of an old family photograph presumed to be Samuel Amess sitting holding a hat in right hand with a shaved face. -
Churchill Island Heritage Farm
Domestic object - Brass dial-faced scales, Salter's, c.1900
This particular type of scales were manufactured in Great Britain around 1900-1910 by George Salter & Co. George Salter invented the first scales which related to various ways of indicating weight on a spring balance. A shallow dish came with the scales and would be place on top for holding the items which were to be weighed. John Silvester joined the firm in the 1850’sBrass dial-faced scales, manufactured by Salters, marked to weight up to 28 pounds in 2 ounce increments. Body of scales made of metal and now rustedCLASS II/SALTER'S/IMPROVED/FAMILY SCALE/NO50/SILVESTER'S PATENT/SALTER/TO WEIGHT 28LBS [centred on face of scales]salter's scales, churchill island, scales -
Churchill Island Heritage Farm
Document - Photocopy of Churchill Island Visitors' Book 1881 - 1902, 12/08/2015
Churchill Island Heritage Farm has a long and interesting history. From 1872, Samuel Amess was the primary owner of Churchill Island, having purchased it from the Rogers family. During his time on the Island, he built the main house and developed the surrounding land and gardens significantly as a holiday house away from the pollution of Melbourne. This photocopy of the original visitor's book (whose location is unknown) provides a valuable insight into the visitors who were regularly hosted at Churchill Island by the Amess family.Photocopy of 92 page document of the 1881 - 1902 Churchill Island Visitors' book containing handwritten entries from people who stayed at the Island during the time of Samuel Amess and his son (also named Samuel). Photocopies are housed in a red folder.samuel amess, churchill island, guest book, 19th century, visitors -
Churchill Island Heritage Farm
Photograph - Photograph of child sitting on Santa's lap
Churchill Island Heritage Farm has a large photographic collection dating from the nineteenth century. This series of photographs was probably taken around Churchill Island and shows the community engagement through the decades.Photograph of a child sitting on Santa's lap under a marquee with a family sitting behind themCatalogue number written on reverse in pencil.churchill island, photograph -
Churchill Island Heritage Farm
Photograph - Photograph of people on cart behind Amess House, c.1951
Churchill Island Heritage Farm has a large photographic collection dating from the nineteenth century to the present. Black and white photograph with white border showing a family sitting around a trailer parked behind Amess HouseCatalogue number written on reverse in pen/pencil Hand written on reverse in pen 'abt 1957 THIS IS THE TRAILER MADE FROM THE CHASSIS OF A OLD "STAR" MOTOR CAR. USED TO BRING UP PEOPLE AND BAGGAGE ETC FROM THE OLD JETTY ON CHURCHILL ISLAND OPPOSITE CHURCHILL RD. OUTSIDE THE S/E REAR ENTRANCE TO THE HOUSE'churchill island, landscape, harry jenkins -
Churchill Island Heritage Farm
Photograph - Photograph of family standing around Amess House
Churchill Island has a significant photograph collection dating from the nineteenth century.Black and white photograph of family posing for the camera standing around Amess House. Probably taken in nineteenth century.Catalogue number written in pencil on reverse. 'ALBUM A101C' written in pencil on reverse. Stamped on rear 'Photograph by Information Branch Victorian Dept. of Agriculture Ref. No 1978(541-29)'churchill island, amess house -
Churchill Island Heritage Farm
Photograph - Photograph of people patting horse, 30/03/2013
Churchill Island has a large photographic collection dating from the nineteenth century. This series shows the extensive work and volunteering conducted on site by workers after it was turned into a heritage siteColour photograph of a working horse ("Baz") being rested while a family pats him. Probably taken at the Churchill Island Easter Festival 30/03/2013Catalogue number on reverse in pencil. Written on reverse in pen: ""Baz" resting & being petted by visitors. C.I. Easter Festival 30/3/2013" churchill island, photograph -
Churchill Island Heritage Farm
Photograph - Photograph of a resting working horse being patted, 30/03/2013
Churchill Island Heritage Farm has a large photograph collection dating from the nineteenth century. Photograph of a resting working horse being patted by a familyCatalogue number written on reverse in pencil Written in pen on reverse '"Baz" resting and being petted by visitors C.I. Easter Festival 30/3/2013'churchill island, photograph -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Book - SHIPPING ARRIVALS AND DEPARTURES VICTORIAN PORTS VOLUME 3 1856-1860, 2006
... VICTORIA History shipping Shipping Transport Port Phillip history ...Compiled from newspaper reports, customs, pilots and other government records and the records of other Colonial ports, the list documents the activity of vessels containing immigrants, passengers between colonies, and the trade in wool, timber, coal and sundry merchandise sought by the expanding and developing colony of Victoria.Marten A Symevictoria, history, shipping, shipping, transport, port phillip history, family history. -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Book - SHIPPING ARRIVALS AND DEPARTURES VICTORIAN PORTS VOLUME 2 1846-1855, 1987
... VICTORIA History shipping Shipping Transport Port Phillip history ...Compiled from newspaper reports, customs and other Government records and records of other Colonial ports, the list documents the arrival of vessels containing assisted and unassisted immigrants before and during the gold rush, the intra-colonial trading voyages, the growth in overseas trade from Melbourne and Geelong in wool, tallow skins and gold dust and the surge of activity flowing from the discovery of gold in Victoria in 1852.Marten A Symevictoria, history, shipping, shipping, transport, port phillip history, family history. -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Book - CONVICTS OF THE PORT PHILLIP DISTRICT, 1999
Convicts of the Port Phillip district is a substantial addition to the books about convicts in Australia. The first part is a detailed account of convict settlement in Australia, the second part detailed information about each individual convict.Keith M Clarkeaustralia, history, convicts, australian history, victorian history, family history. -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Photograph - THE SPRINGS, SEDGWICK
Photograph - black and white. Photograph of 'The Springs, Sedgwick', 14 miles from Bendigo. Rocky, hilly landscape with scattered trees, two chimneys on the main building in the centre, horse and rider approaching the building. Also 3 current photographs taken by Phillip Wilkin on July,2009. The 3 current photo's showing bluestone ruins - it is the same building on the left of the old photo - not the building with 2 chimney's, the one hidden behind trees (you only see part of it). Phillip's grandfather (Charles Wirth) moved here in 1901, along with his parents and grew up in that building (now ruined), the family still own the land.place, land, the springs, sedgewick., the springs, sedgwick. -
National Vietnam Veterans Museum (NVVM)
Document, Condolence Letter
Hand written Condolence Letter written to the family of Pte Douglas Brian Plain by his Commanding Officer Major N. Audeston on the 7th March 1968 on Australina Military forces letterhead. Type written letter by W.F. Sorsby, Lieutenant Colonel Adjutant General advising of Military Estate of Pte D.B. Plain and return of personal effects30cm x 21cmpte plain, condolence letter, australian military forces -
National Vietnam Veterans Museum (NVVM)
Medal, Roll of Honour - Anniversary of national Service Medal
Roll of Honour Memorial information accuracy request Official (copy) letter from Minister For Veterans Affairs notifying issue in 2002 of a Medal for National Servicemen who served between 1951 - 1972 to the family of Pte Douglas Brian PlainAustralian War Memorial - W.R. Lawrence (Director). Minister For Veterans Affairs - Danna Valemedals, pte plain, veterans affairs, australian war memorial -
National Vietnam Veterans Museum (NVVM)
Letter
Letter (copy) from vietnamese Community in Australia dated 3/12/1992 conveying condolences to families of deceased soldiers during the Vietnam War. copy of articl re the biggest king cobra killed by Australian troops in south East Asia with emblem of D & E Platoon Nui Dat, South Vietnam dated 1966 - 1971vietnamese community in australia, letter, nui dat, south vietnam