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Wangaratta RSL Sub Branch
Photograph
Photograph of soldiers wearing slouch hat and holding rifles mounted on horseback - most likely Victorian Mounted Rifle contingent.The Victorian Mounted Rifles (VMR) was a regiment composed of Australian forces that served in the Second Boer War.Black and white photograph of eight soldiers mounted on horsebackHandwritten top left corner "Contingent"victorian mounted rifles, contingent -
Ballarat Heritage Services
Photograph - Colour, Clare Gervasoni, Langi Willi Soldier Settlement, 2014, 07/09/2014
Langi Willi Soldier Settlement was established in 1954.Two colour photographs shows a memorial for the Langi Willi Soldier Settlement, Skipton.langi willi, soldier settlement, langi willi soldier settlement, memorial, plaque, p.g. nash, a. mct. dickinson, r.f. gardiner, l. stj. jackman, f.h. williams, c.s. wright, g.g. alford, r.o. devine, c.w. tayler, j.l. moyle, s.j. talbot, l.w. morell -
Port Fairy Historical Society Museum and Archives
Photograph
First local soldier wounded in World War1Black and white photograph of Group of men and boys surrounding a soldier in uniform on crutchesdefence, soldier, world war1, people, boys -
Wangaratta RSL Sub Branch
Memorabilia - Photograph, Anzac Day 1986 Wangaratta, 1986
Black and white image depicting soldier escort of crosses to cenotaph in Wangaratta on Anzac Day 1986Large black and white photograph of 4 men with soldier escort Anzac Day 1986 Wangarattaanzac day, wangaratta, 1986 -
Wangaratta RSL Sub Branch
Photograph, c1940
The badge on the uniform worn by these soldiers indicates they served with the 2/24th Battalion.The 2/24th Battalion was an infantry battalion of the Australian Army, which served during World War II .A unit of all-volunteers, it was formed in July 1940 from primarily Victorian volunteers and was known as "Wangaratta's Own" because of the time the battalion spent in the town during its formative period prior to deployment overseas. It served in North Africa in 1941–1942 as part of the 26th Brigade, which was assigned to the 7th Division, before being reassigned to the 9th Division. In early 1943, the battalion returned to Australia and later took part in campaigns against the Japanese in New Guinea in 1943–1944 and Borneo in 1945, before being disbanded in 1946. The 2/24th suffered the highest number of casualties of any 2nd AIF infantry battalion. The Unit was granted the Freedom of the City by the Rural City of Wangaratta in 1990 and one of the first, if not the first, to receive this type of honour.Reproduced photograph of large group of unknown soldiers standing and sitting on the ground.2/24th battalion, wangaratta -
Queenscliffe Maritime Museum
Booklet - Queenscliffe RSL Rules 1919, Rule Book, Queenscliffe RSL Sub-branch, 1919, 1919
Returned Sailors' and Soldiers' Imperial League of Australia Rules booklet 1919.Queenscliffe RSL Club HistoryReturned Sailors' and Soldiers' Imperial League of Australia Rules booklet 1919.Reverse " NIL "historical references -
Wangaratta RSL Sub Branch
Photograph
Image mostly likely taken in the Middle East depicting group of eight soldiers eating and drinking at rear of stationary land rover. Soldiers' surnames are listed on rear with exception of one, entitled "self" and possibly Albert Robert WILLS VX5275, who sent image to parent/s. Soldiers possibly served with the 2/5 Infantry Battation which was raised in Victoria in 1939 and were deployed to North Africa and New Guinea.Black and white photograph of soldiers eating and drink at rear of stationary land rover.Handwritten on back - Taken whilst on the tour. Here we were 5-6000ft above sea level. Sgts Johnston, Ridge, ? Ptes ?Evans, Miller, Self, Murnane, ?Clem, Humphries Love Son xxxww2, 2/5 aust. infantry battalion, north africa, albert robert wills, sgt johnston, sgt ridge, private evans, private miller, private murnane, private clem, private humphries -
Ballarat Heritage Services
Image, Australian Expeditionary Force Training Camp at Ballarat, 1915, 1915
... soldiers ...Two photographs showing World War One soldiers training camp at Ballarat, including a number of soldiers standing in front of a tent waiting for a medical examination. ballarat, world war one, ballarat training camp, australian expeditionary force, medical examination, soldiers, tent -
Bendigo Military Museum
Photograph - PHOTOGRAPHS, 1) 11.1967; .2) 9.10.1957
Peter James Dodd initially enlisted in 1955-56 and went on to serve in Malaya in 16th Field Ambulance R.A.A.M.C 1957-58. He left the Army and then re enlisted mid 1967 No 217842 and had to go through Recruit Training again. He went on to serve with 17th Construction Sqd RAE on 2 tours of Vietnam from 23.4.1969 - 23.4.1970 and 23.6.1971 - 7.3.1972. He held the rank of Cpl..1) Photograph, original, black & white showing an Officer presenting Awards to soldiers. .2) Photograph, original, black & white showing a group of 26 soldiers in Malaya. Photograph on cardboard has printed headline and under are the names of the soldiers printed in black. PTE DODD is in the back row, 3rd from left..1) November 1967 - CAPT PHILLIPS presenting Outstanding Soldiers Award to REC DODD. .2) Malaya 57-58 - Vietnam 69-70, 71-72, 17 Construction, No 217842photographs, awards, penang, field ambulance -
Wangaratta RSL Sub Branch
Framed photograph, 2/6 Australian ARES REGT
Image of soldiers of the 2/6 Australian ARES Regimentblack metal frame with white mount containing reproduced photograph of regimental soldiers2/6 Australian ARES REGT 2/6 australian ares regiment, army reserve -
Chiltern Athenaeum Trust
Photograph of Gordon Newey WW1 Soldier, 1915-1920
WW1 The Great War 1914-1918 Photograph of soldier Gordon Newey in unifrom who was a Chiltern Resident. WW1 The Great War 1914-1918 soldier Gordon Newey, Chiltern resident who served. Black and white WW1 photograph of Gordon Newey, soldier, in uniform. -
Tatura Irrigation & Wartime Camps Museum
Photograph
POW's wood detail, Rushworth forrest during WW2 watched by garrison soldiers.Black and white photo Mansion surrounded by fence with tent and soldiers in foreground.internment camps, internment camp rushworth, pow's, garrison soldiers -
Wangaratta RSL Sub Branch
Envelope Art
One of several illustrated envelopes, without letter, sketched by soldier/s during the second world war and sent to Mrs MacDonald of Wangaratta Victoria's 2/24th Infantry Battalion was raised in Wangaratta in July 1940. They were welcomed with open arms by the local community as they rapidly built up their numbers. The people of Wangaratta adopted the Battalion and they became known as "Wangaratta's Own" because of the time the battalion spent in the town during its formative period prior to deployment overseas. Many of the soldiers maintained life long friendships with the people of Wangaratta. Even though the Battation was disbanded in 1946 members and their families return each year, in November, for a commemorative service at the 2/24th Battalion Memorial Wall at the Wangaratta Cemetery.Cream paper envelope with sketch of a soldier in bed and a nurseTop left - "The reason for not writing sooner" Top right - postage stamp Left side - AIF Censor stamp Right side - Mrs M MacDonald "Monald" 32 Grey Street Wangaratta Victoria Australi Rear - Red cross ww2, envelope art -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Book, Approx 1942
Pocket book was given to servicemen during the second world war. This copy belonged to Alwyn. Till. Item was catalogued with the documents and is now in the artifacts.A small red book 'The Australian Soldiers Pocket Book' printed on cover. Book contains information useful to serving members. 'Gift from The Australian Comforts Fund' printed on bottom of cover.'The Australian Soldiers Pocket Book'. Gift from the Australian Comfort Fund' RSL 624.6books, military -
City of Ballarat
Public Artwork, National Servicemens' Association Memorial, 2008
This shaved rock bears witness to the sacrifice of soldiers during compulsory conscription for several periods of Australia’s War History. This item is of historic significance to the people of BallaratLarge shaved rock with plaque recognising compulsory conscription of soldiers.This memorial commemorates the sacrifice and service of those men from Ballarat and District conscripted for National Service during the years 1951 and 1959, and 1965 and 1972. Unveiled by the Hon Tony Robinson MP Minister assisting the Premier on Veterans` Affairs 3 February 2008. Erected by the Ballarat and Districts sub-branch of the National Servicemen`s Association of Australia. SERVICE TO THE NATIONnational service, sacrifice of soldiers -
Bendigo Military Museum
Postcard - POSTCARD, PHOTOGRAPHIC
Photo of soldier taken and used as a cover of a postcard to be sent home. Common practice in WW1.Black and white photo of an Australian soldier on front and postcard format on back.No detailspasschendaele barracks trust, photograph, soldier, ww1 -
Wangaratta RSL Sub Branch
Photograph
Photograph of group of soldiers (2/5 Aust Inf Bn) on leave at unknown locationBlack and white photograph of six soldiers sitting at outside cafe tableHandwritten in green on rear "boys were on three day tour at the time" Joe Foley "Bull" Allen, Hugh....Snowy Clark, Geo.Finch and Alf Hugh sends them with his kindest regards2/5th aust. inf. bn, ww2 -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Functional object - Stamp, >1945
From the Returned Services League - Mitcham Sub-Branch. Commonly referred to as the|Mitcham R.S.L.|Branch at 26 McDowall Street (cnr of Harrison Street), Mitcham. Closed in early 2014.R.S.L. Mitcham, Ink Stamp, reading |Building Patriot Fund Trust Returned Soldiers League Mitcham Sub-Branc |Brown wood oblong block with painted black handle and blue inked rubber wording.Building Patriot Fund Trust|Returned Soldiers League|Mitcham Sub-Branchmilitary history, air force, army, marines, navy, societies, service clubs -
Hume City Civic Collection
Photograph, c 1916
... soldiers ...Mounted b/w photograph of soldier Charlie Cunningham.Printed on front: Chidley & Co 73 Bell Street, Fitzroy Handwritten on front: Charlie Cunninghamchidley and company, photographers, cunningham, charlie, soldiers, armed forces, george evans collection -
Wangaratta RSL Sub Branch
Soldier's Pay Book, Gunner Barry Seymour 19825
Soldier's Pay Book belonging to WW1 Gunner Barry SEYMOUR 19825 108 Australian (Howitzer) Battery Born Box Hill Enlisted Melbourne 7/12/1915 aged 22 years 3 months Awarded Military Medal in 1918' Returned to Australia 22/7/1919 and Enlistment terminated 5/9/1919Brown canvas booklet with black writing and rising sun crest Australian Imperial Force Soldier's Pay bookgunner barry seymour, ww1, military medal, 108 australian (howitzer) battery -
Wangaratta RSL Sub Branch
Photograph, c1941
Image depicts soldiers of the 2/24 Battalion Band - Winners of the 7th Division Band Contest in Palestine February 1941 The 2/24th Battalion was an infantry battalion of the Australian Army, which served during World War II .A unit of all-volunteers, it was formed in July 1940 from primarily Victorian volunteers and was known as "Wangaratta's Own" because of the time the battalion spent in the town during its formative period prior to deployment overseas. It served in North Africa in 1941–1942 as part of the 26th Brigade, which was assigned to the 7th Division, before being reassigned to the 9th Division. In early 1943, the battalion returned to Australia and later took part in campaigns against the Japanese in New Guinea in 1943–1944 and Borneo in 1945, before being disbanded in 1946. The 2/24th suffered the highest number of casualties of any 2nd AIF infantry battalion. The Unit was granted the Freedom of the City by the Rural City of Wangaratta in 1990 and one of the first, if not the first, to receive this type of honour.Reproduced black and white photograph of band of soldiers with musical instruments Handwritten on rear - 2/24 Bn Band Winners of 7 Div Band Contest Palestine 19412/24th battalion, wangaratta, palestine, 1941, 7th division band contest -
Dandenong/Cranbourne RSL Sub Branch
Currency - Chinese Yuan, Thomas De La Rue & Company, 1941
This note has the names of British/Australian soldiers who served in WWII written in English on both sides. Five Yuan note from the Central Bank of China. On one side there are several Chinese inscriptions and the effigy of a man with a moustache. One the other, a central image of a tree-lined avenue and the number 5, as well as English text. There are also a number of handwritten inscriptions in English on both sides in black ink.Handwritten English inscriptions of the names and service numbers of British soldiers. Not all are legible. chinese yuan -
Australian Army Museum of Western Australia
Diorama, 2015
This diorama is the introductory feature in the World War 2 Gallery - New Guinea and Islands area. A private soldier is shown in mixture of green and khaki uniforms, US style long leggings, long trousers with Thompson and Owen guns.The diorama shows the gradual introduction of green uniform elements and recognition of passive anti malaria measures (long sleeve and long pants)1:1 scale diorama showing soldier of Australian soldier of the 7th Division at the time of the advance into the Markham and Ramu Valleys, September 1943ramu, markham, shaggy ridge, 7th division, 9th division -
Bendigo Military Museum
Book - SOLDIERS POCKET BOOK, 1940
The book belonged to Colin Lawrance McMURRAY, VX33785 Gunner 2/12th Field Regiment HQ Supply Column 9th Div AIF. Enlisted 8.7.40, barked 5.2.1941, disembarked Middle East 24.3.1941, posted to 2/12th Field Regt, served in the Seige of Tobruk, transferred to AACS 25.11.1941, graded group 3 Driver Mechanic 28.8.1942, hospital with lacerated scalp 12.11.1942, rejoin unit 8.1.1943, embark for Aust 22.2.1943, disembark Sydney 23.3.1943, serves then with canteen services, reclassified medically and discharged on 10.3.1944. The piece missing in the pocket book was caused by a piece of Shrapnel.Red-covered book, 127 pages. Useful information for soldiers. There is a piece missing at the top of the book with tattered sheets inside.Front cover: "The Australian Soldiers Pocket Book." Inside: "Col McMurray VX 33785 Gunner 2/12th Field Regt"documents, notebooks, personal effects, military history, army -
Wodonga & District Historical Society Inc
Memorabilia - Souvenir Dish Wodonga Victoria, C. 1925 - 1935
A wide range of souvenirs have been produced to commemorate Wodonga and its landmarks over time. These items document key changes in Wodonga and its heritage. The Water Tower and Soldiers Memorial have been key landmarks in the centre of the main street. The Water Tower was in operation from 1924 until it ceased operation in 1952. The original Soldier Memorial was dedicated on Tuesday 18th November, 1924.Small china and glass pieces carrying scenic views of holiday destinations were a popular kind of souvenir during much of the 20th century. These items have local and social significance as they reflect the landmarks or local features valued by the community over time.A square crystal dish with image of the Water Tower and Soldiers MemorialAt bottom of central image "Scene, Wodonga"wodonga, souvenirs, water tower, soldiers memorial -
Chiltern Athenaeum Trust
Photograph, 1915-1920
WW1 soldier 1914-1918, Chiltern and Howlong Resident. WW1Sepia coloured reproduction photograph of Allan Newey WW1 Soldier and Howlong and Chiltern resident. ww1, soldier, allan newey -
National Vietnam Veterans Museum (NVVM)
Magazine, Weekend Magazine, May 25, 1968, 1968
This item commemorates the war in Vietnam.A front page of a magazine called "Weekend Off". The coloured photo is of soldiers seated in rows or sitting on the ground. In the background soldiers are sitting on vehicles. Cover picture - "The place Nui Dat"; The occasion - "A respite from the grim business of war. The soldiers many of them West Australians gathered in a natural amphitheater to hear a concert given by West Australian performers. It was the first WA concert party to visit Vietnam.concert, soldiers - australia, west australia, weekend magazine, vietnam, edgley -
Bendigo Military Museum
Photograph - PHOTOGRAPH, SMI FRAMED, Post 2000
Evening performance of a band on the Portico of Soldiers Memorial Institute post 2000.Bendigo RSL and Soldiers Memorial Institute Hall Pall Mall. Colour night time photograph of Bendigo Soldiers Memorial Institute Hall. White cardboard border surrounds photograph, light wooden frame, glass protection.brsl, smirsl, photograph -
Bendigo Military Museum
Postcard - GROUP PHOTOGRAPH OF AUSTRALIAN SOLDIERS, Australian Army, 1917
... Soldiers ...This photo was sent to Lizzie Packham.Black & White portrait of Australian soldiers. It is made in the form of a postcard. There are 16 soldiers in the group. There is a wooden fence in the background. On the rear is written the names of soldiers. G. White -Tarnagulla, Keith Bramley - Arnolds Bridge, Geo Riordan - Arnolds Bridge, Fred Jackson - Tarnagulla, George Clark - Llanelly. Allan Mitchell - Llanelly, Sgt Anderson - Laanecoorie, Jack Mitchell - Llanelly, Will Kilgour - Tarnagulla, Harold Speding - Laanecoorie (NB. 'Speding' is probably Spedding), Hewie Speding - Laanecoorie, Jack Greyham - Murpins green, Fred Akers - Tarnagulla, George Corrie - Tarnagulla, Jim Brownbill - Arnolds Bridge.On rear as well is written - To Lizzie with love from Jack, 1 Sep 1917.ww1, tarnagulla, soldiers -
Hume City Civic Collection
Photograph, c 1916
... soldiers ...Mounted sepia photograph of soldier Harold BenzleyPrinted on front: ALICE MILLS, THE CENTREWAY, 261 COLLINS ST. MELB. Typewritten on white paper: Harold Benzley Handwritten on back: Harold Benzleymills, alice, benzley, harold, soldiers, armed forces, photographers, george evans collection