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The Foundling Archive
Photograph- West Sydney
... depicts the period around Second World War in Australia from... Collection which depicts the period around Second World War ...This photograph is part of the West Sydney Collection which depicts the period around Second World War in Australia from the perspective of a young unknown woman.Mum with Ollie as a kid Sth Kensington Kodak Printgarden; mum; children; west sydney; australia; suburbia -
The Foundling Archive
Photograph- West Sydney
... depicts the period around Second World War in Australia from... World War in Australia from the perspective of a young unknown ...This photograph is part of the West Sydney Collection which depicts the period around Second World War in Australia from the perspective of a young unknown woman.me, mum Milo Studio Newsagent 12c Her Majesty's Archade 690520mum; daughter; 1940's; west sydney; australia; hats -
The Foundling Archive
photographic postcard- West Sydney
... depicts the period around Second World War in Australia from... which depicts the period around Second World War in Australia ...This photograph is part of the West Sydney Collection which depicts the period around Second World War in Australia from the perspective of a young unknown woman.Auntie Bettie and Dad No 1 mipson ? rd Cremorne McGrath p15 her Majesty's Arcade Sydneymum; dad; suburbia; hats; 1940's -
The Foundling Archive
Photograph- West Sydney
... depicts the period around Second World War in Australia from... Collection which depicts the period around Second World War ...This photograph is part of the West Sydney Collection which depicts the period around Second World War in Australia from the perspective of a young unknown woman.1930 Me, Uncle Sam, Cousin Francis Kodak Printcousins; uncle; family; garden; back yard; west sydney; australia; suburbia -
The Foundling Archive
Photograph- West Sydney
... depicts the period around Second World War in Australia from... World War in Australia from the perspective of a young unknown ...This photograph is part of the West Sydney Collection which depicts the period around Second World War in Australia from the perspective of a young unknown woman.Mary, Mum, me 1936 Valerie Studios C12 Hr Majesty's Arcade Sydneyhats, 1930's; west sydney; australia; -
The Foundling Archive
Photograph- West Sydney
... depicts the period around Second World War in Australia from... the period around Second World War in Australia from the perspective ...This photograph is part of the West Sydney Collection which depicts the period around Second World War in Australia from the perspective of a young unknown woman.Charles Zukkenhour Grandfathergrandfather; west sydney; australia; family; portrait; 1890's -1910's -
Woodend RSL
Service Dress Jacket
... in this Corps during the Second World War.... the Second World War. This item is significant because heraldry ...Associated with the service of Lieutenant H. Dixon, circa 1943. Worn by people who served on the Home Front in this Corps during the Second World War.This item is significant because Australian Army khaki woollen service dress jacket with red embroidered circular Unit Colour Patch on the top of each sleeves consistent with markings of Australia's home guard – the Volunteer Defence Corps (VDC). Four button down closure. The jacket is fully lined with a lightweight fabric, either natural or synthetic. A self fabric belt passes around the waist and fastens with a buckle at the front. Button down epaulettes with two pips denoting lieutenant ranking. 'Rising Sun' collar badges on each lapel. Pleated breast pockets with triple pointed flaps with exposed buttons. A pair of pockets over each hip with straight flaps each fastened with one visiable button. Pockets over hips have one Four front pockets are fastened with one visible buttton. These 8 buttons are domed metal showing a raised emblem of Australia surmounted by the King's Crown: also see Tudor Crown or Imperial Crown. The back of these buttons have a loop shank, secured with cotton. Surrounding is a stamp K. C. LUKE PTY LTD. MELB. There is a small pocket on the inside of the jacket corresponding to the right breast pocket.Small, white, rectangular manufactures tag stiched with khaki coloured cotton within the small pocket on the inside of the jacket corresponding to the right breast pocket. Approximately H 24mm x W 44m The MYER STORE for MEN MELBOURNE & ADELAIDE Typed in red ink on the bottom section of the manufacturers tag. Lt. H. Dixon W. 7290. 10/12/43.heraldry, uniform, volunteer defence corps -
Beechworth RSL Sub-Branch
Certificate Framed, Certificate of Appreciation for service in Second World War
... Certificate of Appreciation for service in Second World War ... Charles Clark for his service in Second World War presented... in Second World War Grey Wooden framed, glass fronted Certificate ...Certificate of appreciation presented to Corporal William Charles Clark for his service in Second World War presented by the Shire of Beechworth on 18 June 1946This certificate was presented to Corporal William Charles Clark VX34546 by the President, Councillors and Ratepayers of the Shire of Beechworth on 18 June 1946. All soldiers of Beechworth who served in World War II were presented with these cedrtifcateGrey Wooden framed, glass fronted Certificate. On the reverse is a self adhesive label with hand written note, "Property of W.C.Clark / VX34546 / Lent by Grandson / Lance Richard Flynn / Feb 2009certiciate, framed certificate -
Greensborough Historical Society
Book, Ivan Chapman, Details enclosed, 1941_
... and Germany during World War 2... World War 2 prisoners of war Ivan Chapman Panther Books ...Account of two Australians, captured in Greece in 1941 and imprisoned in prisoner of war camps in Greece, Yugoslavia, Romania and Germany during World War 2224 p. pbkprisoners of war -
Wangaratta RSL Sub Branch
Memorabilia - Trench Art - Plane
... shells acquired during the second world war in New Guinea by Syd... shells acquired during the second world war in New Guinea by Syd ...Trench art in the form of a model plane made out of 303 shells acquired during the second world war in New Guinea by Syd Marsh.Silver/bronze coloured metal object in the shape of a model P38 plane made out of 303 shellsNiltrench art, ww2, new guinea -
Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians & Gynaecologists (RANZCOG)
Ephemera - Women’s Hospital identification pass issued to Dr Margaret Alison Mackie, 1942, 10 April 1942
... World War II... Hospital during the Second World War. ... Hospital during the Second World War. Dr Margaret Alison Mackie ...This pass was issued to Dr Margaret Alison Mackie during her time as Medical Superintendent of the Royal Women's Hospital during the Second World War. Dr Margaret Alison Mackie (1910-1991) was in active practice between 1936 and 1970. She was a Fellow of the College, and was appointed a Commander of the Order of St Michael and St George (CMG) for services to medicine in 1975. Small cardboard identification pass. Cover of the pass is green. Front of pass is printed with the text 'GOVERNMENT/OF/VICTORIA'. Inside of pass has identification details for Dr Margaret Mackie, along with a passport photo of Dr Mackie. and attests to her employment at the Women's Hospital. The back cover of the pass is printed with the text 'No. 722/Date of Issue 10 APR 1942'.world war ii, ephemera -
Moorabbin Air Museum
Book - History details of 34 Lancaster bomber aircraft which attained 100 or more operations during the second world war, CLAIMS TO FAME THE Lancaster, 1994
... attained 100 or more operations during the second world war, CLAIMS... attained 100 or more operations during the second world war, CLAIMS... attained 100 or more operations during the second world war, CLAIMS ...History details of 34 Lancaster bomber aircraft which attained 100 or more operations during the second world war, CLAIMS TO FAME THE LancasterBlue Jacket showing painting of seven Lancasters in flight high above clouds in daylightnon-fictionHistory details of 34 Lancaster bomber aircraft which attained 100 or more operations during the second world war, CLAIMS TO FAME THE Lancaster -
Ambulance Victoria Museum
Vehicle, motor, ambulance, Chevrolet, 1942
... second world war... during the Second World War. Purchased by Metropolitan Ambulance... in the second World War). It also appeared in the film "Blonde ...This vehicle is a Chevrolet but was fitted out as an ambulance at Fisherman's Bend, near Melbourne, Victoria by General Motors Holden. It was used by the Royal Australian Air Force during the Second World War. Purchased by Metropolitan Ambulance Service in 1989 from a Military Museum. This vehicle appeared in the filming of the movie "The White Mouse" (the story of Nancy Wake, French Resistance worker in the second World War). It also appeared in the film "Blonde" (the life of Marilyn Monroe). Four-wheeled vehicle used as ambulance. Body painted grey and cream, chrome radiator and bumpers.Vehicle registration number 15170-Hchevrolet, general motors holden, fisherman's bend, ambulance, motor vehicle, raaf (royal australian air force), second world war -
Frankston RSL Sub Branch
Souvenir, Photographs
... by Noel Blundell who served in the Middle East during World War 2... in the Middle East during World War 2. The black and white photographs ...Tourist photographs of Jerusalem sent home to family by Noel Blundell who served in the Middle East during World War 2. The black and white photographs are enclosed in a folding card packet for protection. The small photographs are of typical local scenes and there is a printed guide to where the photographs were taken. The photographs are approximately 90mm x between 55 and 65mm. The packet is printed with the following: on the front cover "SELECTED PALESTINE SNAP-PHOTOS", "SERIES: JERUSALEM 3" on the inside of the cover the brand name "VICTORY" on the reverse: a circular insignia with Hebrew and Arabic characters and the word "PALPHOT" with "MADE IN PALESTINE" printed below. -
Frankston RSL Sub Branch
Canteen, Water, early 20th century
... to Australian service personnel during World War 2. The canteen... was standard issue to Australian service personnel during World War 2 ...Enamelled steel water canteen, dark blue in colour with a cork stopper attached by string. The canteen is covered with khaki coloured felt. This canteen was standard issue to Australian service personnel during World War 2. The canteen is carried in a leather harness with a leather and canvas shoulder strap. This canteen type holds one quart of liquid (equivalent to 1.14 litres).W Agnew, WX 13691 -
Frankston RSL Sub Branch
Handbook, Training, Air Raid Precautions
... during World War 2. Issued by the State Emergency Council... for training of Air Raid Precaution (A.R.P.) Wardens during World War 2 ...Manual for training of Air Raid Precaution (A.R.P.) Wardens during World War 2. Issued by the State Emergency Council for Civil Defence, Victoria in August 1941. This manual contains basic principles of personal protection against air attacks. This printed handbook has 72 pages bound in a soft cover of heavy weight buff coloured paper.The Victorian Coat of Arms is printed at the top of the front cover with the following inscription: "AIR RAID PRECAUTIONS", "Manual of General Training (FOURTH EDITION)" "AUGUST 1941" "ISSUED BY THE STATE EMERGENCY COUNCIL FOR CIVIL DEFENCE, VICTORIA" -
Frankston RSL Sub Branch
Periscope, 1943
... world war 2...World War 2 Australian defence department issue folding...' is impressed below the label. world war 2 ww2 periscope equipment ...World War 2 Australian defence department issue folding steel periscope with two mirrors and extendable steel sides. The item is carried in a khaki brown canvas case with a belt loop at the back for wear with standard issue webbing. The case has a top opening flap secured by a press stud button. The periscope extends to approximately 640mm overall.A maker's label on top of the periscope reads 'J.W.H. PTY. LTD. POCKET PERISCOPE 1943 MK.I. AUST.'. 'D (broadarrow) D 523' is impressed below the label. world war 2, ww2, periscope, equipment -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Newspaper - Article, Served His Fellows Well, 1/01/1997
... in Daylesford and was an army cook in World War 2 and later ran... and was an army cook in World War 2 and later ran a catering business ...Obituary of Vivian Glyndwr (Glyn) Francis.Obituary of Vivian Glyndwr (Glyn) Francis. He grew up in Daylesford and was an army cook in World War 2 and later ran a catering business. A note is attached stating that he was the father of Barbara Rogalski and that he catered for the opening of Schwerkolt Cottage. Classified death notices are included. Photograph . From Herald Sun Friday, January 24, 1997Obituary of Vivian Glyndwr (Glyn) Francis. francis, vivian glyndwr -
Kew Historical Society Inc
Archive (series) - Subject File, ALLEN, George (1900-1972), 1980
... memorials - second world war - kew (vic)...) describing George Allen’s sculpture memorialising the Second World... sculpture memorialising the Second World War on the wall of what ...Various PartiesReference, Research, InformationKHS Imposed OrderReference file containing an article by Mavis H. Rolley, originally published in Kewriosity (vol.2, No.3, August 1980) describing George Allen’s sculpture memorialising the Second World War on the wall of what was originally the Kew City Hall, and now the Kew Library. The archive file includes Rolley’s handwritten notes that formed the basis of her article. memorials - second world war - kew (vic), kew library, kew civic hall, arthur rylah, annie anderson, ethel prendergast, official war artists (1939-1945), public art - kew (vic.)memorials - second world war - kew (vic), kew library, kew civic hall, arthur rylah, annie anderson, ethel prendergast, official war artists (1939-1945), public art - kew (vic.) -
Ballarat Tramway Museum
Newspaper, "Tram Facts", c1945
... League, undated, but post the Second World War. Contained... World War. Contained originally within Reg Item 5623 ...Newspaper clipping from an unknown newspaper, possibly a Melbourne one, titled "Tram Facts" about London and other UK tramways. Written by J. Richardson for the Light Railway Transport League, undated, but post the Second World War. Contained originally within Reg Item 5623 at the front of this note book. For items see btm5623 loose items list.pdf.london, uk trams -
Bendigo Military Museum
Photograph - PHOTOGRAPH, FRAMED, Soldiers Memorial Museum, "FRANCIS WILLIAM (Dinky) DEAN BEM" 1943 - 1975, 2021
... photographs. Nine photographs, in black and white, from World War Two... and white, from World War Two through to 1975. Two photographs ..."FRANCIS WILLIAM (DINKY) DEAN BEM" Refer to Cat. No. 124.2 for Service History.Photograph collection white paper facsimile copy of eleven photographs. Nine photographs, in black and white, from World War Two through to 1975. Two photographs in colour taken at 1 RAR Reunions. This framed photographic collection is used for display purposes along with a framed document. Frame, black plastic frame, with glass front and MDF board back.framed accessories, photographs, biography, francis william (dinky) dean bem -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Photograph - NORTH DEBORAH GOLD MINE POPPET HEAD
... of poppet head are two air raid siren horns, installed during World... are two air raid siren horns, installed during World War 2. Fig ...North Deborah Gold Mine steel poppet head, Breen Street, Golden Square. Image shows a steel poppet head, winding wheels on top with ore bins on right hand side. Not visible on top of poppet head are two air raid siren horns, installed during World War 2. Fig tree growing near shaft.Kay MacGregor 2012bendigo, mining, north deborah gold mine -
Greensborough Historical Society
Photograph - Digital image, Marilyn Smith, World War 2 Memorial Block and Plaque commemorating 50th year of the end of the war, 23/04/1995
... World War 2 Memorial Block and Plaque commemorating 50th...world war 2... of the end of World War 2, unveiled 23 April 1995.... War 2 Memorial Block and Plaque commemorating 50th year ...This photograph shows the memorial block in War Memorial Park Greensborough, commemorating the 50th anniversary of the end of World War 2, unveiled 23 April 1995.Digital copy of colour photograph.greensborough war memorial park, world war 2 -
Federation University Historical Collection
Document - Identity card, Untitled, William Hall Robertson's identity card, 1924-10/4/1942
... world war two... with security during World War 2.... World War 2. world war two william hall robertson william ...This card was witnessed by Elizabeth Ann Robertson of 1004 Mair St, Ballarat. It most probably has something to do with security during World War 2.Double sided card with handwritten details on a printed cardworld war two, william hall robertson, william robertson, identity card, letterhead, brinds propriety limited, federal distilleries -
Lara RSL Sub Branch
Booklet, Lion and Swan
... World War Two...The bombing of Darwin during World War 2 and the defense... picture The bombing of Darwin during World War 2 and the defense ...The bombing of Darwin during World War 2 and the defense by the 54 Fighter Squadron, Royal Air Force. Historical notes on the Squadron between 1943 and 1945.Detailed information of 54th Fighter Squadron in Darwin between 1943-1945Lion and Swan by Fred Woodgate Fighter Guide Map No 1A - Darwin area - 50th Anniversary 13th August 1992Front Cover - see picturespitfire, darwin, 54 fighter squadron, lion and swans, fred woodgate, royal air force, spitfire association, ww2, world war two, 1943, 1945, 50th anniversary -
Bendigo Military Museum
Book - BOOK, PHOTOGRAPHS WW2, World War II in Photographs, 2004
... World War II in Photographs... conflict of the twentieth century, the Second World War.... goldfields BOOK, PHOTOGRAPHS WW2. Book World War II in Photographs ...From back cover: World War II in Photographs is an innovative visual account of the major events of the greatest conflict of the twentieth century, the Second World War.Soft, lightweight cardboard cover. White print on black background, front, spine & back. Sepia & black & white photos of WWI scenes, six on front, one on back. 159 pages, cut, plain, white. Illustrated, black & white photos.books-military-history, photography-photographs, photographs ww2 -
Bendigo Military Museum
Book, C O Badham Jackson, Proud Story - The Official History of the Australian Comfort Fund, 1949
... of the Australian Forces during the Second World War.... of the Australian Forces during the Second World War. books- history social ...The Australian Comforts Fund official history documents the organisations role in caring for all fit & well members of the Australian Forces during the Second World War.Blue buckram hard cover, title in gold letters on spine only. 336 pages with cut edges, black & white illustrations.books- history, social, military history -
Stawell Historical Society Inc
Book - Military memories of servicemen, Soldiering on: The Australian Army at Home and Overseas, 1942
... World War 2...World War 2 published by Australian War Memorial Printed... Musumeci. September 2012 World War 2 published by Australian War ...World War 2 published by Australian War Memorial Printed and bound by Halstead Press p/l 9-19 Nickson St Sydney 1942red fabric over card, text in gold,, text with photographs and line drawingsDonated to the Stawell Biarri Group for Genealogy inc. by Nino and Ellenor Musumeci. September 2012world war 2 -
Wangaratta RSL Sub Branch
Envelope Art
... , sketched by soldier/s during the second world war and sent to Mrs... world war and sent to Mrs McDonald of Grey Street Wangaratta ...One of series of illustrated envelopes, without letter, sketched by soldier/s during the second world war and sent to Mrs McDonald of Grey Street WangarattaVictoria'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 drawing of side profile of male wearing hat.Top right - postage stamp Left side - AIF Censor stamp Centre - Mrs M MacDonald "Monald" 32 Grey Street Wangaratta Victoria Australia Bottom left - "Who is this?" Rear - Red Cross ww2, envelope art -
Wangaratta RSL Sub Branch
Envelope Art
... , sketched by soldier/s during the second world war and sent to Mrs... by soldier/s during the second world war and sent to Mrs McDonald ...One of several illustrated envelopes, without letter, sketched by soldier/s during the second world war and sent to Mrs McDonald of Grey Street 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 man running toward signTop left - AIR MAIL Top right - postage stamp Centre - AIF Censor stamp Right side Mrs M McDonald "Monald" 32 Grey Street Wangaratta Victoria Australia Left side "Beer Issue on at 1900hrs" Bottom "Boy OH Boy I'll be in on that" ww2, envelope art