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Creswick Museum
The Dead Man's Penny
The Dead Man's Penny is a commenorative medallion presented to next of kin of men and women who died during \world War One.The Bronze medallion features an image of Lady Britannia surrounded by two dolphins (representing Britain's sea power) and a lion (representing Britain) standing over a defeated eagle (symbolising Germany). Around the outer edge are the words 'He died for freedom and honour'. Next to Lady Britannia is the deceased Soldier's name, with no rank provided to show equality in their sacrifice. The Dead Man's Penny was accompanied by a letter from King George V, stating 'I join with my grateful people in sending you this memorial of a brave life given for others in the Great War'.William Hendric 3373 Enlisted 3/8/1915 Embarked ex-Brisbane on H.M.A.T "Sea Bas" 4th Pioneer Battalion A.I.F. Born 1994 Died 1st April 1918 Foster Mother: Mrs J Charlesworth, Creswick. (Cabbage Tree)The Bronze Medallion Features an image of Lady Britania surrounded by two dolphinsInscribed William Hendricww1, creswick, hendric, 4th pioneer battalion a.i.f -
Kyneton RSL Sub Branch
plaque, Death plaque
Also referred to as: Dead Man's penny, as this item was given to the family of, or Next of Kin, of the deceased, WW1. The plaque was given with a scroll of service.Round bronze plaque with Britannia and lion depicted on front,He died for freedom and honour. James Honeymanjames honeywell, ww1, death plaque, dead man's penny -
Moorabbin Air Museum
Booklet (item) - Bristol Britannia Descriptive notes and performance data, 1954
... First Street Moorabbin melbourne Bristol Britannia Descriptive ... -
Moorabbin Air Museum
Manual (item) - Bristol Britannia 312 Maintenance Manual Volume 1, Britannia 312 Airframe Maintenance Manual Vol. 1: Bristol A/C Co
... First Street Moorabbin melbourne Bristol Britannia 312 ... -
Myrtleford and District Historical Society
Memorial Plaque, Memorial Plaque Factory, "Dead Man's Penny", Circa 1921
The "Dead Man's Penny" of Private George Matthews (24/1744) is a district link to the First World War. George enlisted with the Otago Regiment, New Zealand Expeditionary Force as a rifleman. Born in 1891, he was a former pupil of Myrtleford State School 955 and was one of four first cousins killed in action and recorded in a memorial window and honour board at the Uniting (formerly Methodist) Church, the Soldier's Memorial Square and on the State School Honour Board. George's parents, John and Mary Matthews,received the plaque in a pack, together with a letter and commemorative scroll from King George V. George Matthews is buried at the Caterpillar Valley (N.Z.) Memorial, France, having died on October 1, 1916, aged 25. The memorial plaque links local family tragedy to world conflict. It represents the impact of such events must have had on small town communities. George Matthews' enlistment in New Zealand is an indicator of the migratory nature of men involved in gold mining after the decline of the industry in Victoria and New South Wales in the late 19th centuryA World War 1 memorial plaque issued to next-of-kin of all British and Empire service personnel who died as a result of the war. They were round and cast in bronze, hence their similarity to the much smaller penny coin. The plaque includes an image of Britannia, holding a trident and standing with a lion. Britannia holds an oak leaf above the deceased's name, which is recorded without rank. Two dolphins swim around Britannia, symbolizing sea power, and at the base a second lion is tearing apart the German eagle. Around the picture a legend reads: "He died for freedom and Honour"Name engraved: GEORGE MATTHEWSmemorial plaque dead man's penny george matthews -
Myrtleford and District Historical Society
School Photograph, T. Foxcroft, Empire Day Celebrations, 1915, May, 1915
Early in 20th century, a small group of girls at Myrtleford State School 955 participated in honouring Empire Day each May by "dressing up" to represent Britannia. This select group of girls celebrates the might of Britannia in the first full year of World War 1. It reflects the type of celebrations schools were expected to participate in at that time and for some years to come. Alice O,Donnell, the tallest, centre pupil in the group, was to lose her life on the Australian Hospital Ship "Centaur" when it was sunk by a Japanese submarine off the Queensland coast in May, 1943.A monochrome photograph of a small group of pupils at Myrtleford State School 955 in 1915, celebrating Empire Day. Pupils include from left: Isobel Robertson, Linda Croucher, Rene Johnson, Alice O'Donnell, Agnes Collins, Dorrie Peters, Madge O'Donnell. Photograph is inscribed: "T. Foxcroft, photo"empire day myrtleford state school 955 alice o'donnell -
Woodend RSL
World War 1 Memorial Plaque, Royal Arsenal Woolich
The WW1 Memorial Plaque - also known as the Death Penny or Dead Mans Penny - was awarded to personnel killed as a result of war. The Plaque was designed by Edward Carter Preston, Liverpool, United Kingdom. Over 1.3 Million World War One Memorial Plaques were issued. Plaques were awarded to the next of kin of those killed in action and were accompanied by a memorial scroll from the King. They came to be known as the "Dead Man’s Penny", because of the similarity in appearance to the much smaller penny coin which itself had a diameter of only 1.215 inches (30.9 mm). This WW1 Memorial plaque was awarded in the memory of 3638 Edward James Thompson. He served as a Private in the 60th Australian Infantry Battalion and was killed in France on 19 July 1916. The Plaque was provided to his mother, Florence Thompson, on 26 September 1922.Circular bronze plaque. Relief and name of soldier KIA on front. No inscription or relief on obverse side.He Died For Freedom and Honour. Edward James Thompson. Relief containing Britannia holding a wreath, an imperial lion and two small dolphins. E.CR.P., appear above the front pawmemorial plaque, world war 1, dead man's penny, edward james thompson, edward carter preston -
Whittlesea Historical Society Inc.
Newspaper - Newspaper Clipping, Copy, Whittlesea Leader, Saved inn nick of time, 10 Aug 2004
Dr. Richard Ely gives a brief history of the Thomas family history in Mernda and of the bluestone house, "The Poplars", he and his wife Jean purchased in the 1980's.Historical building in the City of WhittleseaNewsprint with 2 black and white photographs.mernda, richard ely, jean ely, the poplars mernda, moses thomas, walter thomas, britannia inn mernda, mayfield presbyterian church, bluestone building, cr. walter thomas, gaelic church service -
Beechworth RSL Sub-Branch
Memmorial Plaque
This plaque was issued to the Hoffman family of Beechworth commemorating the death of Frederick Hoffman who was killed in actionItem is part of the Hoffman Family collection.The round bronze Memorial Plaque is 120mm in diameter. It shows Britannia and a lion on the front and bears the inscription: "He died for freedom and honour". The full name of the dead soldier ( Frederick Hoffman )is embossed on the right hand side of the plaque. No rank, unit or decorations are shown, befitting the equality of the sacrifice made by all casualties. It is adhered to a wedge of pine wood Around the rim is embossed "he died for freedom and honovr" The words "Frederick Hoffman plaque, dead man's penny -
Wodonga & District Historical Society Inc
Domestic object - Silver Toasting Fork with Pearl Handle
This item is from a collection donated by descendants of John Francis Turner of Wodonga. Mr. Turner was born on 6 June 1885. He completed all of his schooling at Scotts Boarding School in Albury, New South Wales. On leaving school, he was employed at Dalgety’s, Albury as an auctioneer. In 1924 John was promoted to Manager of the Wodonga Branch of Dalgety’s. On 15/03/1900 he married Beatrice Neal (born 7/12/1887 and died 7/2/1953) from Collingwood, Victoria. They had 4 daughters – Francis (Nancy), Heather, Jessie and Mary. In 1920, the family moved From Albury to Wodonga, purchasing their family home “Locherbie” at 169 High Street, Wodonga. "Locherbie" still stands in Wodonga in 2022. The collection contains items used by the Turner family during their life in Wodonga.This item comes from a collection used by a prominent citizen of Wodonga. It is also an excellent example of Britannia ware of the early 20th century.A silver 3 tined toasting fork with mother of pearl handle. There is a floral design on the silver connecting the handle and fork blade.domestic items, silver cutlery -
Dandenong/Cranbourne RSL Sub Branch
Framed Information Sheet
The information sheet describes the departure of H.M.A.S Sydney from Alexandria Harbour bound for it's home Port, Sydney, Australia on 1st July 1936. Sailors with rifles and bayonets formed a guard of honour, while the ships band played "Rule Britannia'.Framed information sheet on H.M.A.S Sydney from 1936. Black and Gold frame. -
Ballarat Heritage Services
Photograph, Ballarat, c1880s, early 1880
A townscape of Ballarat with the the Ballarat Town Hall tower in the centre of the photograph. ballarat, ballarat town hall, sturt street, f. taylor, h.f. hillman, eglinston hotel, w. walker, her majesty's theatre, britannia hotel -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Photograph, Brittania Mall Mitcham
The Brittania Mall was part of a $5 million development of the Mitcham Shopping centre, begun in 1986. It affected both Edward Street and Brittania Street, part of which had to be re-routed. The guide hall in Brittania Street was removed to Halliday Park Mitcham. The development included extension of the New World Supermarket(now Coles) and a two level carpark.Coloured photograph of the Britannia Mall, Mitcham taken from the north end. Traffic in the distance is on Whitehorse Road - 2012shops, britannia mall, mitcham -
Rutherglen Historical Society
Commemorative Plaque, 1920 (Approximate)
Round bronze plaque showing Britannia holding Laurel Wreath / British Lion and Fish / Oak Leaves / Inscription"He Died For Freedom and Honour / James Evans"james evans, memorials, evans family -
Dandenong/Cranbourne RSL Sub Branch
WW1 Memorial Plaque, Circa 1919/20
Details of PTE Lukey's service can be found in the attached service record.Circular plaque with an image of Britannia standing with a lion and holding a trident and an olive wreath. Below the name tablet, to the right of the lion, is an oak spray with acorns. Two dolphins swim around Britannia, symbolizing Britain's sea power, and at the bottom a second lion is tearing apart the German eagle. There is a rectangular tablet reading LEONARD JAMES LUKEY cast in raised letters. Number 17 stamped behind back leg of lion. The legend reads (in capitals) "He died for freedom and honour". Designer’s, Edward Carter Preston) initials in front of lion’s front foot. -
Dandenong/Cranbourne RSL Sub Branch
WW1 Memorial Plaque, Circa 1919/20
Circular plaque with an image of Britannia standing with a lion and holding a trident and an olive wreath. Below the name tablet, to the right of the lion, is an oak spray with acorns. Two dolphins swim around Britannia, symbolizing Britain's sea power, and at the bottom a second lion is tearing apart the German eagle. There is a rectangular tablet reading AUGUSTUS CAMPBELL cast in raised letters. Number 9? stamped behind back leg of lion. The legend reads (in capitals) "He died for freedom and honour". Designer’s, Edward Carter Preston, initials in front of lion’s front foot. -
Dandenong/Cranbourne RSL Sub Branch
WW1 Memorial Plaque, Circa 1921
Details of CPL COX's service can be found in the attached service record.Circular plaque with an image of Britannia standing with a lion and holding a trident and an olive wreath. Below the name tablet, to the right of the lion, is an oak spray with acorns. Two dolphins swim around Britannia, symbolizing Britain's sea power, and at the bottom a second lion is tearing apart the German eagle. There is a rectangular tablet reading CHARLES THOMAS COX cast in raised letters. Number 4 stamped between back leg and tail of lion. The legend reads (in capitals) "He died for freedom and honour". Designer’s, Edward Carter Preston) initials in front of lion’s front foot. -
Rutherglen Historical Society
Image, Fac-Simile Chromo Litho Art Studio, 1886 (Approximate)
Presented to R. Snart, who was an early settler at Browns Plains, Rutherglen Shire.Framed print, coloured, of painting depicting Britannia with two attendants and assorted British Colonial women, border in aqua with names of colonies in heart shaped shields (40 of them). Brown polished timber frame with gold painted insert.In main painting: "Colonial and Indian / Exhibition / London 1886" On border on white background: "Presented / With a Commemorative Medal / To Robert Snart" RH side of white background: (signature) "Executive President" (signature) "Secretary to the Royal Commission"colonial exhibition, indian exhibition, royal commission, robert snart, britannia -
Ringwood RSL Sub-Branch
Souvenir - Pendant, Circa 2010
Badge of HM Yacht Britannia.Badge of HM Yacht Britannia in a pendant with a gold chain. In a plastic presentation case. -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Photograph, Mitcham Mall, 5/01/2001 12:00:00 AM
Black and white photo of Mitcham Mall, Mitcham, looking North. Taken from Whitehorse Road looking along Brittania Street towards Multi Storey Car Park.britannia mall mitcham -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Photograph, Front Facade Coles New World Supermarket, Mitcham, 13/06/1986 12:00:00 AM
2 Coloured photos of Front Facade Coles New World Supermarket, Brittania Street, Mitcham. Formerly site of Mitcham State School.Prior to the redevelopment of Britannia Mall and construction of 3 level carpark.mitcham state school, no. 2904 -
Federation University Historical Collection
Book, J.W. Gregory, Memoirs of the Geological Survey of Victoria No. 4: The Ballarat East Gold-Field, 1907
Blue soft covered report with 40 plates and plans. Inciudes Geology of Ballarat. Little Bendigo Goldfield, Ballarat West Goldfield, Ballarat East Goldfield, history, nuggets, indicators, faults, microscopic structure of Ballarat Rocks and ores, general type of the Ballarat East Mines and the genesis of their ores. Mines include New Zealand Trust, Llanberris No. 1, Llanberris No 2, Victoria United, Britannia United, New Britannia, Last Chance, Exchange, Normanby North, New Normanby, North Woah Hawp. Photpgraphic plates include: Victoria United Mine, Llanberres No. 1, Normanby North, North Woah Hawp Mine, View looking south from the Britannia Mullock Heap, View from Sovereign Hill, The place in Learmonth Street Golden Point where gold was first discovered at Ballarat. j.w. gregory, ballarat east, ballarat east goldfield, e.j. dunn, geolological survey of victoria, new zealand trust, llanberris no. 1, llanberris no 2, victoria united, britannia united, new britannia, last chance, exchange, normanby north, new normanby, north woah hawp, mining, indicators, gold mining, poppet head -
Glenelg Shire Council Cultural Collection
Photograph - Photograph - Julia Street Portland, c. 1970
... building next to laneway. Britannia Hotel. Front: 'Julia Street ...Photographic print of a rephotographed photograph. Image shows buildings on south side of Julia Street, between Percy and Bentinck Streets Portland. Double storey building next to laneway. Britannia Hotel.Front: 'Julia Street' - green ink Back: 'Julia Street from George Taylors to paper shop' - blue biro -
Glenelg Shire Council Cultural Collection
Photograph - Sheet of 12 contact prints of rephotographed photographs - Various Portland land marks, c. 1970
Sheet of 12 contact prints of rephotographed photographs: Identifying Numbers 5716 a, b, c, d, e, f, g, h, i, j, k, l Measurements for each print 3.2 x 5 cm (a) Julia Street (b) Lamb Inn (c) Britannia Hotel (d) British Fleet in Portland Bay (e) Warehouses Trangmar & Crouch, Corner Percy/Henty Streets (f) Builders Arms Hotel (g) Prospect (h) 3rd Baths (i) Henty Beach Cliffs (j) Old Portland Hospital (k) London Inn (l) Opening 3rd BathsFrom the front: (a) Julia Street (b) Portland Hotel (c) Britannia Hotel (d) British Fleet in Portland Bay Setp 30, 1891 (e) Trangmar & ....ush Store (f) Builders Arms Hotel (g) Prospect (h) Baths (i) Henty Beach (j) Portland Hospital (k) London Inn (l) Baths -
Glenelg Shire Council Cultural Collection
Photograph - Photograph - Britannia Hotel, Portland, 1970s
... shows Britannia Hotel, south side of Julia Street between Percy... Cliff Street Portland great-ocean-road Photograph - Britannia ...Photographic print from rephotographed photograph. Image shows Britannia Hotel, south side of Julia Street between Percy and Bentinck Streets. Double storey 'BRITANNIA W.H. MOTT HOTEL'. Printed on building, above hotel entrance. Several people standing on footpath. Late 19th, early 20th century dress.Front: 'Britania Hotel' - green inkhistoric building, britannia hotel, portland pub, portland -
Wodonga & District Historical Society Inc
Domestic object - Britannia metal thistle shaped chamber sticks, James Dixon & Sons, c1921
This item is from a collection donated by descendants of John Francis Turner of Wodonga. Mr. Turner was born on 6 June 1885. He completed all of his schooling at Scotts Boarding School in Albury, New South Wales. On leaving school, he was employed at Dalgety’s, Albury as an auctioneer. In 1924 John was promoted to Manager of the Wodonga Branch of Dalgety’s. On 15/03/1900 he married Beatrice Neal (born 7/12/1887 and died 7/2/1953) from Collingwood, Victoria. They had 4 daughters – Francis (Nancy), Heather, Jessie and Mary. In 1920, the family moved From Albury to Wodonga, purchasing their family home “Locherbie” at 169 High Street, Wodonga. "Locherbie" still stands in Wodonga in 2022. The collection contains items used by the Turner family during their life in Wodonga. The hallmark on this item identifies it as being produced by James Dixon and Sons of Sheffield, England. Their first corporate mark of the trumpet (bugle) and banner was granted in 1879, and the second with the name was added in 1890 and used until 1920, therefore helping to establish provenance of this set. The mark JD&S was used from c. 1920. The abbreviation EPBM in the hallmark denotes "electroplated Britannia metal". Britannia metal was generally used as an alternative to electroplated nickel silver.This item comes from a collection used by a prominent citizen of Wodonga. It is also an excellent example of Britannia ware of the early 20th century.A pair of Britannia metal chamber sticks with a base representing the shape of a thistle and its leaves. Underneath each stick, Beneath the symbol of a bugle and banner, surrounded by shields "J D & S"/E P B M/ 8207"domestic items, britannia metal