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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 -
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 MacDonald ...One of several illustrated envelopes, without letter, sketched by soldier/s during the second world war and sent to Mrs MacDonald 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 green coloured sketch of soldier holding a rifle behind foliage.Top left - AIR MAIL Top right - postage stamp Left side - AIF Censor stamp Right side Mrs M MacDonald "Monald" 32 Grey Street Wangaratta Victoria Australia Bottom centre - "They shall not pass" ww2, envelope art -
Beechworth RSL Sub-Branch
Certificate, Certificate of Discharge WWI War Service; 4521 Pte William Clyde Kelly
... Private William Clyde Kelly served in World War One... William Clyde Kelly served in World War One as this certificate ...Private William Clyde Kelly served in World War One as this certificate states he also did war time service in World War two. Certificate of Discharge for William Clyde Kelly 4521 service in the Australian Imperial Forces; there are crease marks where the document has been folder, there is obvious in ground dirt from being carried in a pocket or walletAustralian Imperial Expeditionary Force Certificate of Discharge of 4521 Private William Clyde Kelly at the termination of his period of Enlistment. Service towards completion of engagement 1550 days / Service Abroad 1334 days. Medals & Decorations Distinguished Conduct Medal; Returned Soldier's Badge Issued No. 226186certificate, certificate of service wwi -
Moorabbin Air Museum
Album (Item) - Photo Album of Kevin Kerle
... during the Second World War, such as F6F Hellcat, P-51 Mustang, B... during the Second World War, such as F6F Hellcat, P-51 Mustang, B ...Collection of large photographs of USAAF and USN aircraft during the Second World War, such as F6F Hellcat, P-51 Mustang, B-24 Liberator, etc. -
St Kilda Historical Society
Ephemera - Special event program, Welcome Home ... to local Returned Servicemen from the 1939-45 War, 1946
... World War II... served in the second World War, held at St Kilda Town Hall on 24... served in the second World War, held at St Kilda Town Hall on 24 ...Program for welcome home to returned local servicemen who served in the second World War, held at St Kilda Town Hall on 24 April 1946.Pamphlet with white card cover and white paper insert, printed in blue, folded and stapledwwii, world war ii, wwii recognition of service, city of st kilda -
Lara RSL Sub Branch
Badge, Angus and Coote, To The Woman of Australia Badge, 1942
... world war two...In the Second World War there was only one badge issued... Government. No 'A100853' In the Second World War there was only one ...In the Second World War there was only one badge issued to the nearest female relative of members of the RAN, the Australian Imperial Force (including members of the Australian Army Nursing Service), and the Royal Australian Air Force on active service abroad. Stars displayed on a bar suspended below the badge represented the number of relatives involved in the war effort. Authority for the issue of the badge in the Second World War was issued under AIF Order 200 dated 14 February 1941.Metal badge with crown on top & bar underneath with 1 star.'TO THE WOMAN OF AUSTRALIA'. Map of Australia in centre of wreath. On reverse side issued by the Commonwealth Government. No 'A100853' world war two, royal australian air force, australian imperial force, australian army nursing service -
Warrnambool and District Historical Society Inc.
Textile - Silk Handkerchiefs, 1940s
... World War Two... to Australia after World War Two by James Godfrey. Flight Lieutenant... military personnel after World War Two and secondly as souvenirs ...These three souvenir handkerchiefs were brought back to Australia after World War Two by James Godfrey. Flight Lieutenant James John Godfrey enlisted in World War Two in the Australian Air Force from Bessiebelle in western Victoria. He was attached to the British 8th Army under General Montgomery in North Africa and then took part in the landing in Sicily and the subsequent campaign through Italy. Before returning to Australia he travelled to Israel and Austria. These handkerchiefs are retained, firstly as examples of souvenirs brought back to Australia from returning military personnel after World War Two and secondly as souvenirs belonging to James Godfrey who had connections with the Warrnambool district. .1 This is a small pink silk handkerchief with a fluted edge and with some embroidery in one corner with flowers and wording in green, yellow and orange. .2 This is a small aqua-coloured silk handkerchief with a stitched edge and some stitched wording in one corner. Much of the edge stitching has been lost. .3 This is a white silk handkerchief with a stitched edge and a stencilled image in one corner. .1 Till we meet again .2 Bethlehem .3 Souvenir of Egypt world war two, history of warrnambool, james john godfrey -
Frankston RSL Sub Branch
Card
... world war 2... in the Middle East during World War 2. ... Blundell who served in the Middle East during World War 2. The card ...Christmas postcard with two black and white photographs on the front. To the right is a portrait image of Noel Blundell, an Australian Army soldier in summer uniform. To the left is a woman with two children in an outdoor setting. To the woman's right is a teenage boy and to the woman's left is a younger teenage girl. The photograph was sent home to family by Noel Blundell who served in the Middle East during World War 2. The card is inscribed "A Happy Christmas and A Victorious New Year"postcard, christmas, middle east, 2nd aif, australia, army, aif, ww2, world war 2 -
Frankston RSL Sub Branch
Collection, Burma Railway
... Army World War 2 ex-serviceman John William Toon, service... a visit to the site by Australian Army World War 2 ex-serviceman ...Framed collection of railway spikes and clips from the Thai-Burma Railway recovered from Hell Fire Pass in 1987. These items were recovered during a visit to the site by Australian Army World War 2 ex-serviceman John William Toon, service number VX30397. J W Toon (also known as Bill Toon) served with the 8th Division and was a prisoner of war. -
Frankston RSL Sub Branch
Book, Readings and Prayers for Members of ARMY WOMEN'S SERVICES
... to Australian Army Women's Services personnel during World War 2... that is issued to Australian Army Women's Services personnel during World ...Pocket book size with thick, buff, paper cover imprinted with red lettering and the Australian Commonwealth Military Forces badge. Example of the Readings and Prayers book that is issued to Australian Army Women's Services personnel during World War 2 by the Australian Army Chaplains' Department. The book has 176 pages of suggested readings and prayers for a variety of different occasions. The book was produced ca 1944.The book front cover is printed with the following text in deep red: "Readings and Prayers for Members of ARMY WOMEN'S SERVICES", "Issued by the Australian Army Chaplains' Department". There is an Australian Commonwealth Military Forces badge at the top of the page and an Australian Army Chaplains' badge at the bottom. The book has the reference number "A.A.B. 35". -
Ballarat Heritage Services
Photograph - Photograph - Black and White, Gervasoni Family, c1941
... world war two... during World War two. He is the one in uniform, with furrowed... World War two. He is the one in uniform, with furrowed brow ...Old Tick was the neighbour of Gus, Bess and Jack Gervasoni in Stanley St, Daylesford. As a toddler Jack Gervasoni would sit on his knee for hours watching his pocket watch - leading to the name 'Tick', and later 'Old Tick'. Annie Wheldon was Tick's daughter and gave many items currently on display at the Daylesford Museum.Black and white photograp of the photograph on the occassion of Gus Gervasoni being shipped out for compulsory service during World War two. He is the one in uniform, with furrowed brow. Left to right: Gus Gervasoni, his father George Gervasoni, ? , (Possibly Old Tick [Wheldon]. Front row left to right: Kevin or Roger Lock, Jack Gervasoni (son of Gus), Ken Lock. gus gervasoni, aif, world war two, chocco, chocolate soldier, conscript, george gervasoni, john hogan gervasoni, ken lock -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Document - RESEARCH FOLDER COLLECTION: WHITE HILLS CEMETERY WW 2 BURIALS, 1990 - 2015
... the World War 2 Nominal Roll. https://nominal-rolls.dva.gov.au/ww2... service details on each veteran printed from the World War 2 ...Folder of research material compiled by Carol Holsworth. Received at History House in July 2023. White Hills Cemetery WW 2 Burials Includes information on graves, plaques, inscriptions and family history of WW2 veterans buried in the White Hills Cemetery in Bendigo. Includes service details on each veteran printed from the World War 2 Nominal Roll. https://nominal-rolls.dva.gov.au/ww2Carol Holsworthbendigo, cemetery, ww 2 burials -
Lara RSL Sub Branch
Certificate Expression of Thanks, Award
... On the 50th anniversary of the end of the Second World War.... On the 50th anniversary of the end of the Second World War, a grateful ...Presented to all service personal who served in WW2.by the Australian government.Awarded to Ronald Leslie Gregory in appreciation of his service to the war effort by the Hon Paul Keating MP. Prime Minister of Australia.Rectangular shaped Certificate.On the 50th anniversary of the end of the Second World War, a grateful nation expresses its thanks to RONALD LESLIE GREGORY for contributing to the war effort and the coming peace. Signed by Prime Minister the Hon. Paul Keating MP Signed by the Minister for Veterans Affairs the Hon. Con Sciacca MPronald leslie gregory. certificate, award, -
Lara RSL Sub Branch
Book - World War II Vol 1-8 Orbis
... World War II Vol 1-8 Orbis...Magazines describing the build up to World War 2...World War II Vol 1-8 orbis...Lara RSL Sub Branch McClelland Ave Lara World War II Vol 1 ...Magazines describing the build up to World War 2. The invasion of countries by Germany to American and japan's involvement. There are 8 volumes with an index compiled by F. D. BuckPictorial .History of Word War 2 in Magazine format containing 3360 pages 0415Eight Red Plastic Folders Containing paper Magazines World War II Vol 1-8 orbis -
Bendigo Military Museum
Book, Of Love and War. Letters and Diaries of Captain Adrian Curlewis and his Family 1939-1945, 1982
... Curlewis and his family during the second world war. Philippa... the second world war. Philippa Poole who compiled this chronicle ...Collection of letters and diaries written by Captain Adrian Curlewis and his family during the second world war. Philippa Poole who compiled this chronicle is Adian's daughter. Hard cover, green colour background, white print on spine. Dust cover, red and black print on front, back and spine, rising sun badge picture on front, yellow colour background. 280 pages cut plain. Illustrated black and white photographs. On front title page - hand written black ink "Donated by BGO Y Mens Club"books-collections, documents-letters/diaries, military history -
Moorabbin Air Museum
Document (item) - Farnborough Report No. Aero 1771: Flight tests of spring tab ailerons on a Spitfire, August, 1942, Farnborough Report No. Aero 1771: Flight tests of spring tab ailerons on a Spitfire
... Second World War... World War. A report created by the Royal Aircraft Establishment... the middle of the Second World War. A report created by the Royal ...Create in August 1942, during the middle of the Second World War. A report created by the Royal Aircraft Establishment about the utilization of spring tab ailerons on the Supermarine Spitfire. supermarine spitfire, farnborough, second world war, royal aircraft establishment -
Tatura Irrigation & Wartime Camps Museum
Theatre Program, Internierungslager Tatura 1, 24/12.1940
... were held in internment during /world War 2. The names... during /world War 2. The names of several internees involved ...Indicate life and interest of German male civilians who were held in internment during /world War 2. The names of several internees involved in the production are included. A unique document saved by the family for many years, and which illustrates the methods undertaken by the internees in order to improve their life while imprisoned. Also illustrates the help offered to the internee by the Australian Authorities, viz the use of office equipment to print the program, and the making available of movie films and musical instruments. Original paper program, printed on two sides.nil -
Port Welshpool & District Maritime Museum... First tractor 3 point linkage plough after second world war... plough after second world war phasing out horse drawn ploughs ...First tractor 3 point linkage plough after second world war phasing out horse drawn ploughs and used to break the surface of rough paddocks
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St Kilda Historical Society
Photograph, St Kilda Rifle Club in the gardens of Ripponlea, 1914, c. 1914
... in 1903 and disbanded early World War 2 when members had to hand... and disbanded early in World War II as members had to hand... in 1914. The club began in 1903 and disbanded early in World War ...Ripponlea (home of Ben Nathan 1914). The club began in 1903 and disbanded early World War 2 when members had to hand in theirrifles for use in the war.Original mounted photograph, fair condition. black and white photograph "Group of the St Kilda Rifle Club taken in the garden of "Ripponlea", the home of Ben Nathan in 1914. The club began in 1903 and disbanded early in World War II as members had to hand in their rifles for use in the war. " -
Wangaratta RSL Sub Branch
Envelope Art
... contained letters hand drawn by soldier/s during the second world... by soldier/s during the second world war and sent to Mrs McDonald ...One of a series of illustrated envelopes which once contained letters hand drawn by soldier/s during the second world war and sent to Mrs McDonald in 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 drawing of two soldiers walking side by side Top left - AIR MAIL Top right - postage stamp Centre - AIF Censor stamp Right side Mrs M McDonald "Monald" 32 Grey Street Wangaratta Victoria Australia Bottom left - "Who pinched Puds bottle?" ww2, envelope art -
Ambulance Victoria Museum
Photograph, Auxiliary Ambulance, August 1941
... second world war... into an auxiliary ambulance during the Second World War. Photographs AHSV... ambulance during the Second World War. Photographs AHSV 645 and AHSV ...Interior stretcher layout of commercial truck converted into an auxiliary ambulance during the Second World War. Photographs AHSV 645 and AHSV 646 relate to same vehicle.Black and white photograph showing the interior stretcher layout in back of truck.second world war -
Galen Catholic College
Victory in the Pacific celebrations, 1995
... World War 2..., which marked the end of World War 2. Galen students participated... of World War 2. Galen students participated in celebrations ...1995 was the 50th anniversary of the Victory in the Pacific, which marked the end of World War 2. Galen students participated in celebrations in Wangaratta's C.B.D. and these photos are a record of the occasion.galen catholic college, galen college, students, world war 2, anniversary -
Melbourne Legacy
Photograph - Portrait, Legatee, 194
... in the second World War. The caption for the photo has been lost... in the second World War. The caption for the photo has been lost ...A portrait of a Legatee that had rejoined to serve in the second World War. The caption for the photo has been lost. The portrait was in an album of photos taken in the 1940s (mostly 1945). A record of a legatee enlisting to serve in the second World War.Black and white portrait of a unnamed legatee who re-enlisted in WW2. Part of a photo album with blue leather look back and front cover. From one of 20 pages with black and white photos.legatee, portrait -
Rutherglen Historical Society
Book, Lakeview and Star Limited, 1948 (Exact)
... after second world war.... Consuls Mine after second world war. mining gold mining Hocking ...Mr Joe Catterall & Mr L.J. Romey were partners in a cyaniding operation to obtain gold from the Southern Consuls Mine after second world war.Booklet printed on paper with a light blue card cover.Stamped on title page: "L.J. Romey, Chemist & Chiropodist, Queenscliff" Written below this in blue ink: "August 1951 [or 1957]"mining, gold mining