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Rye RSL Sub Branch
Newsletter, Commando Association, MV Krait, After 1966
... world war two... on merchant ships inside an enemy harbour during world war two... attacks on merchant ships inside an enemy harbour during world war ...One of the most important and successful attacks on merchant ships inside an enemy harbour during world war two by English and Australian Commandoes or Special Unit Forces, launched from Australia. Nil deaths by the Commandoes were recorded, and 40000 tons of enemy ships were damaged or destroyed. To enlighten RSL Members and the public, the history of the MV Krait and the importance of our Military History. The newsletter has a typed story and pictures of members of M and Z Special Force. Krait took a small force on one of its missions and they sank about 38,000 tons of Japanese shipping in Singapore Harbour in 1943. The newsletters front page has pink large writng on a white background. The word Krait and a photo of it on the Brisbane River. The newsletter is 4 pages with a photo of the men on board on page 2. Page 3 has another photo of the Krait. It is on loan from Mr.Jim Muir, world war two, pamphlet, short story, mv krait, motor vessel, singapore, singapore harbour, 1943 -
Australian Commando Association - Victoria
Australia's Special Operations 1940-2003. A Commemorative History
... during World War Two by the commandos of the Allied Intelligence... during World War Two by the commandos of the Allied Intelligence ...A detailed history of Australian Special Forces operations during World War Two by the commandos of the Allied Intelligence Bureau and the Independent Companies/Commando Squadrons and through to operations in Vietnam and later conflicts. Compiled by two of Australia’s most famous military historians for the 60th anniversary of Operation JAYWICK in 2003. -
Warrnambool and District Historical Society Inc.
Booklet, Tarrone, 1983
... Soldier Settlements post World War Two... and was divided into 48 farms as a post World War Two Soldier Settlement... War Two Soldier Settlement project. The booklet was prepared ...A brief outline of the history of the Tarrone estateThis is a booklet of 20 pages. It has a buff-coloured cover with two black and white photographs and red print. The pages contain black and white photographs, printed text, maps and illustrations. The booklet is stapled non-fictionA brief outline of the history of the Tarrone estatesoldier settlements post world war two, tarrone estate -
Tatura Irrigation & Wartime Camps Museum
Photograph - copy, D. Clark, German Cemetery Tatura, 1989 copy
... . World War 2 section opened on 16 November 1958. Memorial service... ground. Remains from all over Australia for reburial. World War 2 ...German War Cemetery showing gates and flag poles, grave in back ground. Remains from all over Australia for reburial. World War 2 section opened on 16 November 1958. Memorial service held every year. Original photo held by R & L Kuhnle.Black and white photograph of German Cemetery, Tatura, showing gates and flag poles, grave in back ground. on back - German War Cemeterypow, german war cemetery, tatura victoria, ww2 -
Wangaratta RSL Sub Branch
Print - Framed Print, Premer Framing Services
... during the Second World War. He was wounded by a gunshot wound... the Second World War. He was wounded by a gunshot wound to the left ...Roy Tobias MM Born 2/1/1924 at Wangaratta . He enlisted on 9/4/1942 and served with 57/60 Battalion in New Guinea during the Second World War. He was wounded by a gunshot wound to the left thigh. He died in 2001 at the age of 77 years.Timber frame surrounding green and brown print of four soldiers in a village.57/60 BTN in Action at Bougainville Loaned by 57/60 Btn Assoc. Donated by Roy Tobias M.M. 199957/60 battalion, bouganville, ww2 -
8th/13th Victorian Mounted Rifles Regimental Collection
Weapon - 1907 Bayonet & scabbard
... world war one... rifle was standard issue to Australian forces in World War 1... 1 (1914-1918), World War 2 (1939-1945) and the Korean War ...This pattern bayonet which affixed to a .303 Lee Enfield rifle was standard issue to Australian forces in World War 1 (1914-1918), World War 2 (1939-1945) and the Korean War (1950-1953). Leather bayonet frog might indicate WWI light horse issue.Part of a collection of edged weapons relevant to Victorian Colonial and Australian Military forces.British pattern 1907 bayonet, blade 430 mm long with wood hand grip and leather scabbard and leather frog.Blade " 7. 17 Wilkinson" Frog " Dexxil Don 1917"military, bayonet, world war one, world war two, korea, light horse -
Kyneton RSL Sub Branch
Female Relatives badge, 1942
... In the Second World War the Female Relatives badge... World War the Female Relatives badge was issued to the nearest ...In the Second World War the Female Relatives badge was issued to the nearest female relative of members of the RAN, the AIF, including members of the Australian Army Nursing Service and the RAAF on active service abroad. Stars displayed on a bar suspended below the badge represented the number of relatives involved in the War effort.The badge on display was issued to Nora Marjorie Fielding, whose husband VX79262 Pte Donald Fielding, served with Army Headquarters Signals Regiment in WW2.A badge with a safety chain and pin attached, long pin on back for wearing. Laurel wreath on outer rim with crown at top. Map of Australia in middle. A bar is suspended by two loops, there is one star fixed to the bar. Front. To the Women of Australia. Back. Issued by the CWlth of Australia A123489 Angus and Coote 1942female relatives badge, ww2, homefront -
Clunes Museum
Photograph - PHOTOGRAPH KEEBLES, PHOTOGRAPH - RON DOWNS, CLUNES, VICTORIA, 2001
... AS MANGLES OR DUNNS HOSTEL DURING WORLD WAR 2, LATER PRIVATE DWELLING... DURING WORLD WAR 2, LATER PRIVATE DWELLING. NOW IS A RESTAURANT ...PHOTOGRAPH BY RON DOWNS, CLUNES - KEEBLES OF CLUNES WAS FORMER TELEGRAPH HOTEL, BAILEY STREET, CLUNES. ALSO KNOWN AS MANGLES OR DUNNS HOSTEL DURING WORLD WAR 2, LATER PRIVATE DWELLING. NOW IS A RESTAURANT / BED AND BREAKFAST. THIS PHOTOGRAPH WAS ON DISPLAY AT SMEATON MILL, OPEN DAY 2001.LAMINATED COLOURED COPY - PHOTOGRAPH OF KEEBLES OF CLUNES WITH OLD HORSE DRAWN DRAY IN FOREGROUND.photographs, telegraph, keebles of clunes, telegraph hotel -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Photograph, Frank Fisher, C1950
... of Occupying Forces after World War 2. Family - wife Ethel, Children...Black and white photo of Frank Fisher in World War 11... and white photo of Frank Fisher in World War 11 Uniform. Photo taken ...Frank Fisher went to Japan as part of Australian Contingent of Occupying Forces after World War 2. Family - wife Ethel, Children Valma 15, Joycelyn 13 and Bruce joined him in 1947, living in Hiroshima Prefecture until 1949. Frank returned to Australia about 1951.Black and white photo of Frank Fisher in World War 11 Uniform. Photo taken in Japan.fisher, frank, bruce -
Hume City Civic Collection
Newspaper - The Sun News Pictorial, 8th May 1945
... World War 2... announcing the end of the war in Europe during World War 2. when... announcing the end of the war in Europe during World War 2. when ...A copy of the Sun News Pictorial issued across Victoria on 8th May 1945 containing local and overseas news.An A3 size newspaper comprising 14 pages covering news of local and overseas interest as well as advertisements.non-fictionA copy of the Sun News Pictorial issued across Victoria on 8th May 1945 containing local and overseas news.newspapers, world war 2, germany's unconditional surrender -
Lara RSL Sub Branch
Metal Badge, Sailors and Soldier's Memorial Hall Badge South Melbourne, circa 1925
... Wars One and Two. The Hall was originally erected in memory... served in World Wars One and Two. The Hall was originally erected ...The Memorial Hall commemorates those who served in World Wars One and Two. The Hall was originally erected in memory of those who served in World War One. The foundation stone was laid in 1924 by the Governor of Victoria, The Earl of Stradbroke. The hall was opened on ANZAC Day 1925. On ANZAC Day 1952, a memorial stone was added to commemorate those who served in World War Two. The building is situated 14A Ferrars Place , South Melbourne.The badge was struck in the mid 1920's on the opening of the Sailor and soldier's Memorial Hall, South Melbourne.Brass Badge Red and White Enamel with clasp on backFront Sailors and Soldier's Memorial Hall South Melbourne Remembrance Hall Image on Front Back J.W.Purvis (badge makers)south melbourne, soldier, remembrance, hall, sailors and soldier's memorial hall, sailors, the earl of stradbroke, governor of victoria -
Moorabbin Air Museum
Machine - Fairey Firefly WD827
... in World War 2. Out of the total of 1700 Fireflies. Level... very late in World War 2. Out of the total of 1700 Fireflies ...Historical Details: . Description: Originally designed in 1941, the Firefly was a desperate attempt to upgrade the standard of wartime British naval fighters. The early Mark 1 Fireflies of the Royal Navy had their baptism of fire very late in World War 2. Out of the total of 1700 Fireflies. Level of Importance: State -
Wangaratta RSL Sub Branch
Medal, M Carey
... Battalion during the second world war. He was discharged on 11/12... Battalion during the second world war. He was discharged on 11/12 ...The Pacific Star medal awarded to VX82161 Private Michael Vincent CAREY - Born 20/4/1914 at Beechworth where he enlisted in the Army on 15/12/1941 and served with the 2/12 Australian Infantry Battalion during the second world war. He was discharged on 11/12/1945.Pacific Star medal awarded to Private Michael Vincent CAREY VX82161 in recognition of his service during the second world war. Brass coloured star shaped medal with red blue green and black ribbonThe Pacific Star Rear - VX82161 M Careym v carey, new guinea, vx82161, 2/12 infantry bn -
8th/13th Victorian Mounted Rifles Regimental Collection
Medal - Molyneux BWM & Vic
... World War One...World War One British War Medal and Victory medals awarded... melbourne Molyneux BWM & Vic Medal World War One British War Medal ...World War One British War Medal and Victory medals awarded to 45748 Private E Molyneux Cheshire Regiment.medal, molyneux, cheshire, world war one, wwi -
8th/13th Victorian Mounted Rifles Regimental Collection
Medal - Marshall WWI BWM & Vic
... World War One...World War One British War Medal and Victory Medal awarded... melbourne Marshall WWI BWM & Vic Medal World War One British War ...World War One British War Medal and Victory Medal awarded to 9113 Lancer C Marshall 9th Lancersworld war one, wwi, marshall -
Dandenong/Cranbourne RSL Sub Branch
Book, C.E.W. BEAN (Author) Formerly Australian Official War Historian et al, Anzac to Amiens, 1953
... in the First World War. Canberra Australian War Memorial 1952. (Third... of the Australian Fighting Services in the First World War. Canberra ...WW1 HistoryA Shorter History of the Australian Fighting Services in the First World War. Canberra Australian War Memorial 1952. (Third Edition). -
4th/19th Prince of Wales's Light Horse Regiment Unit History Room
Book, An Illustrated Guide to World War II Tanks and Fighting Vehicles, 1981 (exact)
... An Illustrated Guide to World War II Tanks and Fighting...world war 2... by the world's armies in World War II. Included photographs... world war 2 military history tanks armoured vehicles christopher ...An illustrated directory of major battle tanks used by the world's armies in World War II. Included photographs, illustrations and specifications.ISBN 0 7018 1488 8world war 2, military history, tanks, armoured vehicles, christopher f foss, world war 2, military history, tanks, armoured vehicles, christopher f foss -
Montmorency/Eltham RSL Sub Branch
Puttees, Short, 1944
... were common during the second world war.... the second world war. puttees clothing ...Puttees were long established items of a soldiers kit. Although time consuming items to tie correctly, puttees were a very comfortable and practical method of ensuring that mud and loose debris would not enter the tops of ankle length boots. Short puttees were common during the second world war.A pair of dark khaki woven wool cloth bands that were wound around a soldier's ankle. Each puttee has cotton stitching across one end, with the other end stitched into a triangular shape. Attached to the triangular end is a long khaki woven cotton strap that was used to secure the puttee in place. Cotton stitching is across the end of the cotton strap.V307 1944 D (broad arrow) Dputtees, clothing -
Greensborough Historical Society
Ration card, Commonwealth of Australia. Deputy Director of rationing, Clothing ration card, 1948_
... was introduced during World War 2 in Australia. Each adult received 112... consumables was introduced during World War 2 in Australia. Each adult ...Rationing of food, clothing and many other consumables was introduced during World War 2 in Australia. Each adult received 112 coupons per annum for clothing from 12 June 1942. Rationing of clothing was abolished 6 years later. This card would have represented 6 months of coupons.Printed in red on white, comprising 56 couponsIssued to H. J. Black, Bundoorarationing, black family, harold fraser -
National Wool Museum
Book, Knitting, Paragon Knitting Book no. 70
... World War. This book was produced by Paragon and contains... forces during the Second World War. This book was produced ...This book and a number of others like it were owned by the mother and aunts of the donor, Mrs Dorothy Boyle. They were prolific producers of hand knitted and hand made items of clothing and also knitted and sewed for the armed forces during the Second World War. This book was produced by Paragon and contains patterns for baby clothes.Paragon / KNITTING BOOK / Number 70 / 4 LAYETTES / A SHAWL AND A / REVERSIBLE PRAM COVER / 1'3knitting handicrafts - history, paragon art needlecraft, knitting, handicrafts - history -
National Wool Museum
Book, Crochet, Paragon Crochet Gloves book no. 5
... World War. This book was produced by Paragon and contains... World War. This book was produced by Paragon and contains ...This book and a number of others like it were owned by the mother and aunts of the donor, Mrs Dorothy Boyle. They were prolific producers of hand knitted and hand made items of clothing and also knitted and sewed for the armed forces during the Second World War. This book was produced by Paragon and contains patterns for crocheted gloves.Paragon / Crochet / Gloves / BOOK NO 5 / NEEDLEWORK SPECIALISTS / PRICE 1/.crochet handicrafts - history, paragon art needlecraft, crochet, handicrafts - history -
Bendigo Military Museum
Book - BOOK WW2, 2/2nd Australian Pioneer Battalion, 1953
... the Second World War" Refer Cat No 4072.2P, John Donald (Jock... or died, as free men or prisoners during the Second World War ...From page following title page: "2/2 Pioneer Battalion History. To the memory of All Ranks of the 2/2 Pioneer Battalion who were killed or died, as free men or prisoners during the Second World War" Refer Cat No 4072.2P, John Donald (Jock) VX19003, POW twice. Hard cover, cardboard, buckram, dark red colour, gold print on spine. 228 pages, cut plain white. Illustrated with black & white photos & maps. Front & back fly leaf & end papers illustrated, grey & white drawing of a scene with trees & soldiers in action. book, 2/2nd, pioneer -
Ithacan Historical Society
Photograph, WW2 Australian Defence Forces - Allied Aliens, 1940s
... capacities during World War 2. Pictured is a group of army recruits... during World War 2. Pictured is a group of army recruits ...Many young men, both Ithacan born and Australian born of Ithacan descent joined the Australian Defence Forces in various capacities during World War 2. Pictured is a group of army recruits to the Civilian Military Forces with a young Stathi Raftopoulos seated in the centre - he is the only one not wearing a cap.Ithacans who were not naturalised were recruited to the Civilian Military Forces as 'Allied Aliens'.A black and white photograph of thirteen men inn army uniform sitting and relaxing in a shed. -
Moorabbin Air Museum
Machine - Junkers Jumo 109-004 1950 Lbs Of Thrust Turbo Jet
... the early days of World War 2.It powered the German Messerschmitt Me... and was developed in Germany during the early days of World War 2.It powered ...Historical Details: . Description: The Junkers Jumo was one of the first successful jet engines and was developed in Germany during the early days of World War 2.It powered the German Messerschmitt Me 262 jet fighter which appeared late in the war. The Museum’s example was one of two b. Level of Importance: States/n 62920 -
Moorabbin Air Museum
Machine - Auster J1B Aiglet VH-ACY
... during World War 2 when it was used ext. Level of Importance... into its own during World War 2 when it was used ext. Level ...Historical Details: . Description: The Auster was designed in England by C.G. Taylor, who had originally worked in the United States with Piper Aircraft and had been responsible for the design of the popular Piper Cub. The Auster came into its own during World War 2 when it was used ext. Level of Importance: Regional -
Melbourne Legacy
Book, Mein Kranks. A second volume of war cartoons by Armstrong of the Argus
... Mein Kranks. A second volume of war cartoons by Armstrong...world war two...). World War 2 has almost enveloped the globe and the Allies... to "Havoc" (item 00987). World War 2 has almost enveloped the globe ...This book of war cartoons that had been published in the Argus Newspaper is a second volume to "Havoc" (item 00987). World War 2 has almost enveloped the globe and the Allies are having difficulty in containing the rapid expansion of Axis forces. It has been kept by a Legatee as a souvenir and found its way into the archives.Despite the reverses of the allied forces the cartoonist has maintained a positive outlook in his sketches about the outcome of the war. The cartoons are depicting Allied strength and resolve in a difficult situation.Book of war cartoons published in the Argus newspaper compiled as Mein Kranks.Front cover depicts Adolf Hitler (Germany) and Benito Mussolini (Italy) goose steppping and saluting. Cartoon sketches in black and white.world war two, souvenir -
Australian Army Museum of Western Australia
Diorama, 2015
... This diorama is the central feature in the World War 2... is the central feature in the World War 2 Gallery - South West Pacific ...This diorama is the central feature in the World War 2 Gallery - South West Pacific area. Soldiers are shown still wearing khaki uniforms including shorts. Details include helmet, .303 SMLE rifles, small pack and fighting order. Japanese "Woodpecker" machine gun is show abandoned beside the track.1:1 scale diorama showing Australian patrol advancing up the Kokoda Track in light fighting order circa August 1942.kokoda -
Hume City Civic Collection
Newspaper, The Herald, 15th August 1945
... World War 2... of World War 2 when the world hailed Japan's surrender... August 1945 announcing the news of the end of World War 2 when ...A victory edition of The Herald newspaper distributed across Victoria on 15th August 1945 proclaiming news of the end of WW2.A broadsheet copy of The Herald newspaper printed and distributed in 1945. There are 16 pages containing recent news, photographs and advertisements.non-fictionA victory edition of The Herald newspaper distributed across Victoria on 15th August 1945 proclaiming news of the end of WW2.newspaper, world war 2, japanese surrender -
Wangaratta RSL Sub Branch
Medal - Medallion
... citizens in recognition of their service during World War 2... Appreciation 127869 LAC Ramage W A World War 1939-1945... citizens in recognition of their service during World War 2 ...Medallion issued by the Borough of Wangaratta to local citizens in recognition of their service during World War 2. This medallion was awarded to 127869 LAC RAMAGE W A - Wilfred Allen Born 29/1/1925. Served in the RAAF between 1943- 1946 then transferred to the RAN. Died on 3/1/2004 and buried at Wangaratta.Medallion issued by the Borough of Wangaratta to local citizens in appreciation of their service during WW2Circular silver metal medallion - obverse side has coat of arms above image of woman in a field - rear side embossed with laurel wreath.Borough of Wangaratta Incorporated 1863 In Grateful Appreciation 127869 LAC Ramage W A World War 1939-1945medallion, borough of wangaratta, ww2, w a ramage, raaf, ran -
Wangaratta RSL Sub Branch
Photograph
... , with no major incidents in that role during the rest of the Second World... of the Second World War. The 2/24th Battalion raised in Wangaratta ...On 4 April 1935 the ship was launched by Elizabeth, Duchess of York, one of the daughters of the Earl of Strathmore, soon to become queen. In 1938 the ship brought the Australian cricket team, including Don Bradman, to England for the 1938 Ashes series On 31 March 1940, the vessel was requisitioned by the Ministry of War Transport, and served as a troop ship, with no major incidents in that role during the rest of the Second World War. The 2/24th Battalion raised in Wangaratta in July 1940 sailed for the Middle East on the troopship RMS "Strathmore" arriving in Palestine in December 1940.The 2/24th Battalion was an infantry battalion of the Australian Army, which served during World War II .A unit of all-volunteers, it was formed in July 1940 from primarily Victorian volunteers and was known as "Wangaratta's Own" because of the time the battalion spent in the town during its formative period prior to deployment overseas. It served in North Africa in 1941–1942 as part of the 26th Brigade, which was assigned to the 7th Division, before being reassigned to the 9th Division. In early 1943, the battalion returned to Australia and later took part in campaigns against the Japanese in New Guinea in 1943–1944 and Borneo in 1945, before being disbanded in 1946. The 2/24th suffered the highest number of casualties of any 2nd AIF infantry battalion. The Unit was granted the Freedom of the City by the Rural City of Wangaratta in 1996 and one of the first, if not the first, to receive this type of honour. Reproduced photograph of ship at seaStrathmore carried 2/242/24th battalion, wangaratta, rms strathmore, ww2