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8th/13th Victorian Mounted Rifles Regimental Collection
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On Canberra Day held on 12 March 1988, a ceremony is conducted to commemorate the relocation of the Commencement Column Monument (also known as the Commemoration Stone) on Capital Hill. The Light Horse Heritage Troop of 8/13 Victorian Mounted Rifles supported the event. The monument was originally designed to have a 20 metre column to signify the Commonwealth. It was to be erected on a hexagonal base comprising six granite blocks, one from each of the original States of the Commonwealth, on the land axis between Capital Hill and Camp Hill. Whilst the column was never completed, the hexagonal base was constructed and, on 12 March 1913, three foundation stones were laid, by the then Governor-General Lord Denman, the Prime Minister Andrew Fisher, and the Minister of Home Affairs the Hon. King O'Malley, to commemorate the founding and naming of Canberra as the national capital. In 1981 the 63 stones making up the monument were removed from Capital Hill and stored prior to the commencement of excavation work for the new Parliament House. Following a Joint Standing Committee recommendation in 1987, the Commencement Column monument is relocated 'on the land axis immediately north of the parade ground associated with the new Parliament House'. Typed Administrative Instruction for A Squadron 8/13 VMR support to Festival of Canberra 10-13 March 1988. Four pages including nominal roll.Light Horse Troop provided mounted guard for the re-naming of Canberra ceremony and participated in Festival Parade. -
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Document, September 1988
In 1988, as part of a Defence of Mainland Australian policy, defence of facilities of strategic importance in northern Australia were allocated to Army Reserve units. ‘A’ Squadron was allocated the defence of Tindal Air Force base located 15 KM outside Katherine in Northern Territory. Consequently the Squadron deployed on Exercise ‘Northern Explorer’ to gain first-hand knowledge of operating conditions for mounted and dismounted patrolling in the area.Rare example of an assessment prepared by a trooper in a Victorian Citizen Military Forces regiment during an exercise in Northern Territory.Typed assessment of the performance of armoured vehicles during Exercise "Northern Explorer" in September 1988. Document is titled "A Veh Ops in the Tindal AO" prepared by Trooper D J Pratt 1 Troop A Squadron 8/13 Victorian Mounted Rifles. Three pages dated 22 September 1988. -
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Document, 1987
This Document gives a concise insight into an Army Reserve unit in 1987.Typed document outlining the situation of ' A ' Squadron 8/13 Victorian Mounted Rifles Regiment as at 9 March 1987. Two pages. -
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Document, May 1987
This document sets out the plan for a years training by an Army Reserve Unit.Typed document setting out the training directive for ' A ' Squadron 8/13 Victorian Mounted Rifles for the training year 1987 - 1988. Eight pages, dated May 1987 and signed by Officer Commanding Major J. Gay. -
8th/13th Victorian Mounted Rifles Regimental Collection
Menu
Army Reserve regiments had ARA officers and senior NCOs for training and administrative purposesMenu and Place mat for dinner at Commercial Club for the Cadre Club, 8/13 Victorian Mounted Rifles, 16 October 1986.Both documents are extensively autographed by Cadre members and partners. -
8th/13th Victorian Mounted Rifles Regimental Collection
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The Victorian Mounted Rifles was raised as the mounted arm of the Victorian Colonial defence force in 1885. It was under the command of Colonel Thomas Caradoc Rose (Tom) Price (1842-1911). Price was born in Tasmania, educated in Hobart Town and at Scotch College, Melbourne, before entering the East India Military College, Addiscombe, England. He was commissioned on 7 July 1861 in the Madras Infantry and began twenty years’ service in India with several regiments, retiring in April 1883. On his return to Victoria he was tasked with raising of a force of one thousand, to be known as the Victorian Mounted Rifles, and appointed a lieutenant-colonel in the Permanent Military Forces. Companies of the Victorian Mounted Rifles were raised in rural districts throughout Victoria. The soldiers were paid a small annual allowance and were required to provide their own horse. Many members served in contingent to the Boer War. After Federation the VMR was gathered up into the Australian Light Horse. Typed draft of a letter from Lieutenant Robert Morrison ' A ' Squadron 8/13 Victorian Mounted Rifles to Major M. Parker, Director Royal Tournament Committee, Horse Guards, London exploring the possibility of a team from 8/13 Heritage Troop competing at the Royal Tournament in 1986. He suggests horses might be provided by affiliated regiment 14/20 Hussars as they did in 1891. -
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Document - Admin instruction
The Victorian Mounted Rifles was raised as the mounted arm of the Victorian Colonial defence force in 1885. It was under the command of Colonel Thomas Caradoc Rose (Tom) Price (1842-1911). Price was born in Tasmania, educated in Hobart Town and at Scotch College, Melbourne, before entering the East India Military College, Addiscombe, England. He was commissioned on 7 July 1861 in the Madras Infantry and began twenty years’ service in India with several regiments, retiring in April 1883. On his return to Victoria he was tasked with raising of a force of one thousand, to be known as the Victorian Mounted Rifles, and appointed a lieutenant-colonel in the Permanent Military Forces. Companies of the Victorian Mounted Rifles were raised in rural districts throughout Victoria. The soldiers were paid a small annual allowance and were required to provide their own horse. Many members served in contingent to the Boer War. After Federation the VMR was gathered up into the Australian Light Horse. Typed administrative instruction for parade through main streets of Cobram 24 August 1985 to mark the Centenary of the Victorian Mounted Rifles. 3 pages dated 14 Augusst 1985. centenary, parade, order, vmr, cobram -
8th/13th Victorian Mounted Rifles Regimental Collection
Document
The Victorian Mounted Rifles was raised as the mounted arm of the Victorian Colonial defence force in 1885. It was under the command of Colonel Thomas Caradoc Rose (Tom) Price (1842-1911). Price was born in Tasmania, educated in Hobart Town and at Scotch College, Melbourne, before entering the East India Military College, Addiscombe, England. He was commissioned on 7 July 1861 in the Madras Infantry and began twenty years’ service in India with several regiments, retiring in April 1883. On his return to Victoria he was tasked with raising of a force of one thousand, to be known as the Victorian Mounted Rifles, and appointed a lieutenant-colonel in the Permanent Military Forces. Companies of the Victorian Mounted Rifles were raised in rural districts throughout Victoria. The soldiers were paid a small annual allowance and were required to provide their own horse. Many members served in contingent to the Boer War. After Federation the VMR was gathered up into the Australian Light Horse. Typed administrative instruction for the parade through the streets of Albury on 27 July 1985 to mark the Centenary of the Victorian Mounted Rifles- three pages dated 31 May 1985. -
8th/13th Victorian Mounted Rifles Regimental Collection
Document
The Victorian Mounted Rifles was raised as the mounted arm of the Victorian Colonial defence force in 1885. It was under the command of Colonel Thomas Caradoc Rose (Tom) Price (1842-1911). Price was born in Tasmania, educated in Hobart Town and at Scotch College, Melbourne, before entering the East India Military College, Addiscombe, England. He was commissioned on 7 July 1861 in the Madras Infantry and began twenty years’ service in India with several regiments, retiring in April 1883. On his return to Victoria he was tasked with raising of a force of one thousand, to be known as the Victorian Mounted Rifles, and appointed a lieutenant-colonel in the Permanent Military Forces. Companies of the Victorian Mounted Rifles were raised in rural districts throughout Victoria. The soldiers were paid a small annual allowance and were required to provide their own horse. Many members served in contingent to the Boer War. After Federation the VMR was gathered up into the Australian Light Horse. Typed administrative instruction for parade through the main streets of Wangaratta and Benalla on 3 August 1985 to mark the Centenary of the Victorian Mounted Rifles. 3 pages dated 28 June 1985. -
8th/13th Victorian Mounted Rifles Regimental Collection
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‘A’ Squadron 8/13 Victorian mounted Rifles hosted a special screening of the movie “The Lighthorsemen” at the Regent Theatre Albury on 11 September 1987. The official party included the Area Commander Albury-Wodonga Military Area, Honorary Colonel 8/13 VMR and Officer Commanding ‘a’ Squadron 8/13 VMR. The VMR Heritage Troop mounted a Lance-Guard in the theatre foyer and the Albury City Band played prior to the screening. Proceeds from the function were donated to Legacy.Typed letter on Legacy Club Albury letterhead advising members of the special screening of the " Lighthorsemen in partnership with 8/13 Victorian Mounted Rifles . 11 September 1987. -
8th/13th Victorian Mounted Rifles Regimental Collection
Document
‘A’ Squadron 8/13 Victorian mounted Rifles hosted a special screening of the movie “The Lighthorsemen” at the Regent Theatre Albury on 11 September 1987. The official party included the Area Commander Albury-Wodonga Military Area, Honorary Colonel 8/13 VMR and Officer Commanding ‘a’ Squadron 8/13 VMR. The VMR Heritage Troop mounted a Lance-Guard in the theatre foyer and the Albury City Band played prior to the screening. Proceeds from the function were donated to Legacy.Three page typed document detailing administrative arrangements for the special screening of film " The Lighthorsemen " at Albury 11 September 1987. -
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Photograph - office and vehicle
Liaison officers provided face-to-face contact between different units operating in close proximity to each other.Black and white photograph of 8/13 Victorian Mounted Rifles soldier standing beside Landrover vehicle.' Lt Clay as Armoured LO (Liaison Officer) Camp 1973.military, vmr, landrover, training, cmf -
8th/13th Victorian Mounted Rifles Regimental Collection
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Activities varied between centres - marches, flag raising, static display of vehicles. Low level recruiting was undertaken.Typed document titled " Australia Day Activities - Jan 83' giving instructions for A Squadron 8/13 Victorian Mounted Rifles activities in support of Australia Day celebrations at Albury, Benalla, Cobram, and Corowa 1983. 3 pages. -
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Document - Adventure trg admin instruction
Typed document titled " Adventure training Murray River Marathon in which No 2 Troop A squadron participated in the red Cross Murray River Canoe Marathon from 26-31 December 1983 as adventure training. 4 pages.military, adventure, training -
8th/13th Victorian Mounted Rifles Regimental Collection
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Training directives were prepared at he commencement of each year to practice the Squadron's role in medium reconnaissance, security and conducting offensive & defensive operations.Typed document titled " Unit Training Directive Jan - Dec 83" detailing the training to be conducted during 1983 by A Squadron 8/13 Victorian Mounted Rifles. 14 pages. -
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Document - letter re centenary
This was an ambitious plan. It is not clear if the event took place.Letter from Brigadier KV Rossi, Chief Marshall Anzac Day Ceremonies dated 15 January 1985 seeking agreement to a plan to have 8/13 Victorian Mounted Rifles take a key role in Anzac Day march 1985 marking 150th Anniversary of Victoria and Centenary of Victorian Mounted Rifles - Two pages.military, rsl, anzac day, centenary, melbourne -
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Document - Hartung history
Peter Hartung migrated to Australia in 1956 and joined 8/13 Victorian Mounted Rifles. He transferred to full-time duty and served in Vietnam.Two page hand written document being an account of Peter Hartung's experience in the German Panzer Corps, WWII and the Australian Army, Vietnam War.hartung -
8th/13th Victorian Mounted Rifles Regimental Collection
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Coloured card with list of soldiers in A Squadron 8/13 Victorian Mounted Rifles at time of linking 31 March 1991.military, vmr, roll, linking -
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Photograph - Corowa march
VMR Squadron 4/19 Prince of Wales Light Horse supported Australia Remembers Commemorations in North East Victoria and Southern NSW,Colour photograph of four soldiers and a civilian at Australia Remembers Commemoration, Corowa, March 1995L/, R ( Unnamed ) President Corowa RSL, Tpr Lineham, , Tpr Bruce, Cpl Onkew. corowa, australia, remembers, march, vmr -
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Document - Order of service Benalla
There had been a detachment of the Victorian Mounted rifles at Benalla since 1885. Later, the Headquarters of the 8th Light Horse was located at Benalla 1920-1940. 8/13 Victorian Mounted Rifles had a squadron, later a troop at Benalla 1948-1990.Eight page folded card being order of service for Victorian Mounted Rifles Centenary Church Service at Holy Triniy=ty Anglican Church Benalla, Sunday 4 August 1985.military, church, centenary, vmr, benalla -
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Letter - Centenary dinner invitation
Victorian Mounted Rifles was raised as the mounted arm of Victorian Colonial forces on 1 May 1885 by Colonel Tom Price.Printed invitation to the Centenary Dinner of the Victorian Mounted Rifles Saturday 4 May 1985.Salutation "Dear Don" and complementary close "Regards Rob / (R N Morrison) Capt Chairman Centenary Committee" military, centenary, victoria, price, colonial, dinner -
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Functional object - First day cover
Victorian Mounted Rifles was raised as the mounted arm of Victorian Colonial forces on 1 May 1885 by Colonel Tom Price.First Day cover envelope post marked at Albury NSW 1 May 1985. Envelope and postage stamp commemorate 100 years of service of Victorian Mounted Rifles.military, victoria, vmr, colonial, price, centenary -
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Card - Dinner menu card
Colonel John Neale retired as Honarary Colonel at 8/13 Victorian Mounted Rifles in June 1992.Buff coloured, single fold card for formal VMR dinner at Wangaratta, June 1992.military, vmr, neale, dinner -
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Document - Freedom City Fitzroy
Fitzroy grant Freedom of City to 4/19 Prince of Wales Light Horse RegimentCard cover with 8 inner pages being program for Freedom of City of Fitzroy, 3 May 1992.military, prince of wales light horse, fitzroy, freedom -
8th/13th Victorian Mounted Rifles Regimental Collection
Booklet
This event was part of the 150th Anniversary of City of Melbourne.Card cover with 8 inner pages being program for " Freedom of Entry" City of Melbourne, 31 October 1992.melbourne, military, freedom, prince of wales light horse -
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Document - 106 anniversary dinner
Final activity of 8/13 Victorian Mounted Rifles.Regiment amalgamated with 4/19 Prince of Wales Light Horse on 1 April 1991.Coloured, single fold new card for 8/13 Victorian Mounted Rifles 106th Anniversary Dinner & Farewell, 25 May 1991.linking, vmr, dinner -
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Document - MHSA dinner menu
Military Historical Society of Australia (MHSA) held its bi-annual conference in Albury, June 1992.Coloured single fold menu card for Formal Dinner of Military Historical Society of Australia ( MHSA ) at Albury Club 6 June 1992mhsa, albury, conference -
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Certificate - Morrow certificate
Max Morrow was the son of Mr Thomas Morrow who was health inspector of Albury Council. He was killed in action in New Guinea.Framed photograph of appreciation presented by Municipality of Albury to VX94893 Private Max Morrow.military, world war two, wwii, morrow -
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Certificate - Morrow scroll
Max Morrow was the son of Mr Thomas Morrow who was health inspector at Albury Municipal Council. H was killed in action in New Guinea.Framed memorial scroll for Private M Morrow AIFsecond world wat, wwii, morrow, memorial -
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Photograph
Following the outbreak of WW2 milita regiments were called up for periods of training.Black and white photograph of group of soldiers in uniform and basic webbing being 3 Troop 13th Light Horse 1940 - 19541'lighthorse milita