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Dandenong/Cranbourne RSL Sub Branch
Memorabilia - Pewter Tankard, Unknown
WWII Historical significance.Pewter tankard from WW11 presented to Sergeant E. Ball in 1940. Tankard has the rising sun emblem on the side.Rising sun badge has the Australian Imperial Military Forces engraved on the bottom.Sgts Mess GRETA. Sgt. E. Ball -
Orbost & District Historical Society
book, Cut Lunch Commando, 2010
"Cut lunch commando" is Australian slang for an army reservist. This book was published by the estate of Vere Moon c/0 Melva Woodgate, Buchan.A book titled Cut Lunch Commando. On the front cover is a woman in a military uniform. The title and b/w photo are framed in black. The book was written by Vere Moon and tells of her wartime experiences in WW11. The book has been autographed by Melva Woodgate in the back.moon-vere ww11 -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Book - DEEDS OF THE 2ND A.I.F
Forty-three-page WW11 booklet titled 'Deeds of the 2nd AIF' issued to raise funds for the Australian Comfort Fund [ACF]. Price 6d. Various middle east war time conflicts outlined.australia, military, 2nd aif -
Lara RSL Sub Branch
Book, The Home Front, 1991
This book 'The Home Front' Life in Australia during WW11, is a collection of stories from those remaing in Australia during WW11.This book is an original, it was produced by Australia Post and deplict's the life of Australians during WW11.A square book, light brown heavy cardboard cover, 36 heavy paper pages, two oblongs and one square cut out on the font cover.Australia Post 1991, Produced by Sprintpak Pty Ltd.the home front, life in australia during ww11, book, australia post -
Bendigo Military Museum
Uniform - GREAT COAT, ARMY WW2, 1942
HEWSTON, RAYMOND ERNEST, VX64672 Date of Enlistment, 19 October 1941, Age 31 Years, Date of Discharge 27 March 1946, Rank of PRIVATE, 8 AUSTRALIAN INFANTRY BATTALLION. Refer Cat No 2891.4Great Coat - Khaki colour woolen fabric with attached half belt. Inside pockets and lining to sleeves - beige colour cotton fabric. Buttons - Bakelite, brown, single breasted. Australia shoulder epaulette badges. Makers label inside back below collarOn Maker's label, black pvoutow cotton fabric. " REGIMENTAL No...../ NAME/V458/MADE IN/ AUSTRALIA/ 1942/ SIZE."uniform, ww11 -
Orbost & District Historical Society
certificate, 2000
James Chester Kerr Trewin (916-1965) was born in Orbost, Victoria, Australia and died there. Service Australian Army Service Number VX5640. He enlisted on 23 Oct 1939 at Sale, VIC He was discharged on 5 Aug 1943 with the rank o Lieutenant He was in 2/7 AUSTRALIAN INFANTRY BATTALION. This personal document gives an insight into the human element of World War 11 ensuring that those who were part of the Orbost community and played a vital role during this time are remembered.A rectangular laminated certificate which was given to James C. K. Trewin for contributing to Australia's effort in WW11. It is signed by John Howard-prime minister ; Peter McGauran - federal member and Bruce Scott-minister for veteran affairs.On rectangular picture of the Australian flag - Their Service Our Heritagecertificate trewin-james ww11 -
Dandenong/Cranbourne RSL Sub Branch
Badge - Navy Badges
ww11unknown.black cloth with different insignias sewn on. #1 round with red anchors on black materal. #2. round with what appears to be 2 red crossed spanners and a red rose. #3 double red chevrons on black materal -
Ringwood RSL Sub-Branch
Headgear Army Slouch Hat, Unknown
WW11Army slouch hat, Puggaree with colour patch, Hat badge Australian Commonwealth millitary Forces attatched with match stick, side held up with a safety pin -
Frankston RSL Sub Branch
Helmet, Adrian M26
An example of the standard issue French infantry battle helmet used during WW11. Painted matte black and manufactured from steel, complete with a brown leather chinstrap, inner liner missing. It has a dent on the righthand side of the crown.B3 stamped on the inside of the crown.helmet, french, ww1 -
Lara RSL Sub Branch
Card, OL BOI HERIM TOK (OLD BOY HEAR HIM TALK), c. 1945
WW11 has ended and Australian Government has issuing this letter in pidgeon English for local Papua New Guinea tribesman to advise that WW11 has ended. WW11 has ended and Papua New Guinea village population needed to be advised of need to pass info on to any Japanese Soldier and have them interned, repariated to their homeland.Frail white paper Australian Government issue letter.Australian Government logo with Kangeroo & Emu reverse has an Papua New Guinea emblem. -
Dandenong/Cranbourne RSL Sub Branch
Medal - Medals, WW2, Unknown
WW11 MedalsAustralian Service Medal 1939 - 1945, Defence Medal 1939 - 1945, War Medal 1939 - 1945.50054 R.S. Wright -
Dandenong/Cranbourne RSL Sub Branch
Medal - Framed photo with medals, Framed photo of EMMANUEL MIFSUD with medals
WW11 significance Black frame red background, mounted four service medals and a photo in his naval uniform BLACK FRAME WITH RED BACKGROUND, Long Service and Good Conduct medal, War Medal, 1939-45 Star and Africa Star. AND A PHOTO IN HIS NAVAL UNIFORM. Born in MALTA 24th.December 1923. Serviced in WW2 in MALTA as a soldier with the SEARCHLIGHT BATTERY UNIT from 1939-1945. Later Emmanuel served in TOBRUK & TRIPOLI with the ROYAL NAVY. world war two, world war 2, world war ii, wwii, ww2, royal navy, malta, searchlight battery -
Dandenong/Cranbourne RSL Sub Branch
Equipment - Camera & Case, Circa. 1939
Used in WW11.Black metal camera. Leather case AGFA. BELLOWS LENS. Leaflet guide for the filter settings, printed by Kodak. Leather case has a broken catch. -
Shepparton RSL Sub Branch
WW11 Officers Peak Cap
Captains Hat WW11Khaki Olive coloured Officers Peak Cap with small rising sun medal on front band. Leather sweat band on inner cap On inner leather band - Wilkes Todhunter Pty Ltd, Military Outfitters Melbourne -
Dandenong/Cranbourne RSL Sub Branch
Memorabilia - Matchbox, Bryant and May, Unknown
Possibly WW11 heritageCardboard Army Canteens Special Safety Matches made by Bryant and May.Army Canteens Special Safety Matches made by Bryant and May. Average contents 60. -
Dandenong/Cranbourne RSL Sub Branch
Badge
Royal Engineers in ww11.went every where.oblong shaped with laurel wreath either side of centre piece ,with letters. "ER" and crown on top . Royal Australian Engineers. badge (maybe off hat.) -
Dandenong/Cranbourne RSL Sub Branch
Weapon - 2 x bullets. 1 Australian. 1 Japanese
Both used in WW11.brass. and lead component.Australian. C A C. VL. 1. 16 Japanese. K. Plus Japanese writing. -
Dandenong/Cranbourne RSL Sub Branch
Badge - Navy Badge. Japanese
Circa. 1940. WW11.Cloth Badge, Anchor and flower and bar.Able Seaman, cloth badge. -
Dandenong/Cranbourne RSL Sub Branch
Kit bag. Returned to donor's daughter, Ms Deb Wales, Unknown
WW11 Historical significance.WWII army kit canvas kit bag. Bag is shaped like a sausage with holes in the top for a rope to be used for opening and closing the bag.VX42319 Wales A.C.S. is painted in red and white on the bag twice. -
Bendigo Military Museum
Award - MEDAL SET, Post WW1 and Post WW11
John Thomas O'Bree enlisted in 20th reinforcements 22nd Batt AIF on 4.7.16. As a Stretcher Bearer he was awarded a "Military Medal on 4.10.18 during an attack at Estrees east of Peronne. He worked without rest for 24 hours bringing out wounded lying helpless under concentrated shell fire and machine guns. Hospitalised on 20.10.18 with Influenza. Discharged from the AIF on 27.10.19. He enlisted again during WW11 on 24.4.41 for home service in the CMF, served in various Garrison Bn’s Ordnance and Salvage depots and was discharged on 18.1.45.Medal set, court mounted, set of (5) re J.T O'Bree. 1. Military Medal. 2. British War Medal 1914-19. 3. Victory Medal. 4. War Medal 1939-45. 5. Australian Service Medal.1 "6865 Pte J T O'Bree 22 Aust Inf" 2 & 3 "6865 Pte J T O'Bree 22 Bn" 4 & 5 "V13666 J T O'Bree"medals, military, history -
Dandenong/Cranbourne RSL Sub Branch
Domestic object - Bandage. First Field Dressing, March 1943
Used WW11. 1939/1945.Dressing. in calico bag.Instructions how to handle gauze. -
Dandenong/Cranbourne RSL Sub Branch
Uniform - Shoulder Board, Captain for Japanese navy, WWII
Japanese Captain during ww11.shoulder board, on black velvet sewn onto leather strip. gold strip. with two flowers and anchor on top button. -
Colac RSL Sub Branch
Uniform - Khaki Uniform Trousers, Forms part of the Baulch Collection
WW11 standard issue trousersHistoricalStandard issue Khaki Trousers (Australian Army). Poor condition with holes and patchesHave been repaired with patches -
Bendigo Military Museum
Accessory - INSTRUMENT - NAVIGATIONAL AID
Navigational aid used during WW11Instrument for altitudes & air speed corrections. Notebook with spiral binding attached inside.Scratched on inside of stainless steel surface of cover: A G Culvenor 46 Station St. Nunawading instruments, military history - airforce, aviation, mechanics -
Tatura Irrigation & Wartime Camps Museum
headwear - Beret, German Army Uniform
German Army Uniform circa WW11Worn by German soldierKahki beret (hat) , band features a badge , kahki diamond with black, white and red bullseye type circle. Body of beret ( front centre) has the Nazi blue eagle and swastika ensignia. Metal rivet air holes one on each side. Red cotton lining. beret, hat, headgear, uniform, german army uniform -
Clunes Museum
Newspaper, THE DAILY HERALD, IT IS PEACE FOR OUR TIME, 1 OCTOBER 1938
ANNOUNCEMENT OF PEACE WITH GERMANY PRIOR TO WW11THE DAILY HERALD, DATED 1ST OCTOBER 1938. PICTURE OF BRITISH PRIME MINISTER CHAMBERLAIN DECLARING PEACE FOR OUR TIME. 20 PAGES INCLUDING 4 PAGE WRAPAROUNDbritish p.m. chamberlain, peace -
Tatura Irrigation & Wartime Camps Museum
Uniform - Men's Trousers, German Uniform
German Army Uniform circa WW11Worn by a German soldierMens Trousers / German Uniform. Khaki colour, legs have a wider area near top. Slit pockets on front, button close rear pocket, 6 button fly, inbuilt khaki web belt with metal 3 prong buckle, small silver ring sewn to lower right waistline.second world war, uniform, ahrend -
Bendigo Military Museum
Award - MEDAL SET, Post WW1 and Post WW11
Gilbert Noah Turner enlisted in the 3rd Reinforcements 8th Batt AIF on 23.11.14 No 1605. Embarked for overseas 19.2.15. Landed Gallipoli 8.5.15. Transferred to 60th Batt 24.2.16 then 25th Howitzer Bde 27.3.16 and finally 45th Batt on 2.6.16 as No 1410. Awarded Military Medal on 22.2.17. WIA 3.6.17 GSW to face and chest. WIA 2nd occasion 5.5.18 Gassed and then shortly after he got Pnuemonia. Discharged from the AIF 30.3.19. He enlisted again in WW11 on 12.8.41 No V18372. He served in Australia only and on discharge on 29.11.45 he was serving in 12 Garrison Battalion. Refer 1294P, 1039P, 1173.Medal set, court mounted, set of (6) re G Turner. 1. Military Medal. 2. 1914-15 Star. 3. War Medal 1914-1919. 4. Victory Medal. 5. War Medal 1939-45 6. Australian Service Medal.1. Military Medal is stamped "Duplicate". 2, 3, 4. "1410 Cpl G Turner 8 Bn AIF" 5, 6. "V18372 G Turner"medals, military, bravery -
Dandenong/Cranbourne RSL Sub Branch
Currency - Collection of Assorted Foreign Coins
Souveniered during ww11. except three coins.19 Japanese coins, 1 American. cent. 1943. 1 French coin. 1949 1Greek coin1954. -
Dandenong/Cranbourne RSL Sub Branch
Booklet - Booklet, Soldiering in the Tropics. (S.W. Pacific Area), January 1943
WW11 historical booklet given to Andrew Bishop.Small booklet distributed 1 copy to all ranks in the Tropics. Given to Andrew Bishop X37033.