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Bendigo Military Museum
Honour Board - EAGLEHAWK LADIES AUXILIARY RSL HONOUR BOARD, Eaglehawk Womens RSL Auxiliiary, C. 1939 onwards
... of the Eaglehawk RSL amalgamating with the Bendigo District RSL Sub Branch... of the Eaglehawk RSL amalgamating with the Bendigo District RSL Sub Branch ...The Eaglehawk Ladies Auxiliary wound down as part of the Eaglehawk RSL amalgamating with the Bendigo District RSL Sub Branch Inc in 2004/5. Refer cat No 8110 for more history.Honour Board rectangular shape, timber construction, all text in gold paint re the past Presidents, Secretaries & Treasurers from 1939 - 2005.“Eaglehawk R.S.L Ladies Auxiliary - Past Officers merit roll”brsl, smirsl, ehrsl, auxiliary -
Bendigo Military Museum
Book - BOOK WW1, Graeme Massey, Beersheba, 2007
... " and Bendigo RSL stamp....Bendigo Military Museum 37 - 39 Pall Mall Bendigo ...Book describes the charge of the charge of the 4th LHR at Beersheba on October 31st 1917. Service details of each Light Horseman are included.128 page cut edged softcover book. White cover with colour illustrations with title and author's name in black print. Contains maps and illustrations.On title page "Donated by Warracknabeal Secondary College" and Bendigo RSL stamp.books, beersheba ww1 -
Bendigo Military Museum
Plaque - BDSC, BDRSLINC REDEVELOPEMENT, C.1979, 1994, 2014
... The Bendigo & District Servicemen's Club became the Bendigo... of the Bendigo District RSL Entertainment Complex on 27.7.2014.... of the Bendigo District RSL Entertainment Complex on 27.7.2014. Plaque ...The Bendigo & District Servicemen's Club became the Bendigo District RSL Sub Branch Inc in the year 2000 hence the difference in the name titles on the plaques. Refer Cat No 8073PLight coloured timber frame with 3 plaques different colours, shapes and sizes. 1. Top plaque re the opening of the Bendigo & District Servicemen's Club in Havilah Road Bendigo on 19.12.1979. 2. Centre plaque re stage 2 re development of the above building on 18.12.1994. 3. Bottom plaque re the re development of the Bendigo District RSL Entertainment Complex on 27.7.2014.brsl, smirsl, bdsc, bdrslinc, plaques -
Bendigo Military Museum
Accessory - WHEEL CHAIR MOBILITY AID, Webster Brothers, C.Post WW1
... and restored by the Bendigo District RSL Men in Sheds program... and restored by the Bendigo District RSL Men in Sheds program ...This mobility aid was housed under the old stage area of the Soldiers Memorial Institute building in Pall Mall Bendigo. When the renovations to the building began in late 2016 the Aid was removed and restored by the Bendigo District RSL Men in Sheds program and is now on display in the same building now called Bendigo Military Museum. The Soldiers Memorial was the HQ of the Bendigo RSL Sub Branch. It is not known the origin of the Aid but it was most likely used by disabled Bendigo RSL members post WW1.Three wheeled Mobility Aid. Front wheel is 41cm dia pneumatic, 32mm wide, rear wheel 68cm dia, width 52mm wide. The right wheel axle has a sprocket & chain assembly, the left is free wheeling, both have mud guards. Frame is tubular steel painted reddish colour, the seat and back rest are brown leather, seat sides are timber, there are two timber platforms in front, the top one is adjustable the bottom one is fixed. The chair is steered via a long metal handle fixed to the wheel frame. The right hand side has the sprocket and chain assembly and motion is controlled by turning the handle in a circular motion, only one speed.on the front wheel stem is a transfer. “Webster Brothers Cycle Manufacturers Mitchell Street Bendigo”mobility, aid, wheel chair, brsl, smirsl -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Photograph - LESLIE JOHN BAGUST COLLECTION: VIEW POINT FROM SOLDIERS MEMORIAL HALL, 1940
... http://www.cv.vic.gov.au/organisations/bendigo-rsl-memorial...://www.cv.vic.gov.au/organisations/bendigo-rsl-memorial-military-museum/ Leslie ...Leslie John Bagust Collection. Black and White Photograph View Point from R.S.L. Soldiers Memorial Hall, Bendigo 1940. In the foreground Queen Victoria statute and surrounding gardens in the background the City Family Hotel and Cahill's Solicitors on the opposite corner.bendigo, tourism, soldiers memorial halll-view point, http://www.cv.vic.gov.au/organisations/bendigo-rsl-memorial-military-museum/ -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Document - SWATTON, JOHN WILLIAM - RESEARCH ANZAC
... Bendigo RSL... Cottage 2015, on Jack Swatton, President of the Bendigo Branch... PERSON Individual john william swatton Swatton J.W. Bendigo RSL ...Copy of research conducted for Anzac Display at Specimen Cottage 2015, on Jack Swatton, President of the Bendigo Branch of the RSL 1958 - 1960. Jack enlisted for service in the first AIF on 10 July 1915. He died 9 August 1988, buried Bendigo Cemetery MON G7. Research sourced from M. Poustie.-person, individual, john william swatton, swatton, j.w., bendigo rsl -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Postcard - CENOTAPH, BENDIGO
... BUILDINGS Organisation rsl cenotaph Cenotaph Bendigo City Family ...black and white photo: Cenotaph, Charing Cross, Bendigo. City Family on Rh side, Star Building Society on LH side. On bottom ' The Rose Series P2959, The Cenotaph, Bendigo, Vic. 'buildings, organisation, rsl cenotaph, cenotaph, bendigo, city family hotel. -
Bendigo Military Museum
Photograph - PHOTOGRAPH, FRAMED
... First life member of the Bendigo RSL. Dr Harold R. Catford... of the Bendigo RSL. Dr Harold R. Catford, refer Cat No. 8048. Framed item ...First life member of the Bendigo RSL. Dr Harold R. Catford, refer Cat No. 8048.Photograph- black and white full length portrait photograph of DR. H.R. Catford. Name in black print.Handwritten on mount below photograph in black ink, "Late Dr. H.R. Catford/ Foundation President."framed item, photograph, portrait, rsl -
Bendigo Military Museum
Book, World War II Album, c.1988
... Presented to the Bendigo RSL Military Museum in memory... & illustrations throughout, 740 pages Presented to the Bendigo RSL ...Presented to the Bendigo RSL Military Museum in memory of the late MAXWELL PERRY & FAMILY, MRS VERNA PERRYBlack cloth, hard cover with silver print / text & black & white photos, black & white photos & illustrations throughout, 740 pagesbooks-albums, military history -
Bendigo Military Museum
Domestic object - SWIVEL CHAIR, C.1960's
... On brass plaque, "Presented to Bendigo RSL by Mr W.B... On brass plaque, "Presented to Bendigo RSL by Mr W.B. Nicholls 10th ...This chair was possibly donated as a "Presidents Chair" by Bill Nicholls. Refer Cat No 149 for Bill Nicholls service history and Cat No 8073P for RSL history.Swivel Chair, timber construction light brown stain, arm rests, chair swivels on 4 legs with castors. One arm has a small brass plaque on. Seat and back rest are dark blue vinyl.On brass plaque, "Presented to Bendigo RSL by Mr W.B. Nicholls 10th. Feb. 1969"brsl, smirsl, chair -
Bendigo Military Museum
Certificate - CERTIFICATE, LIFE MEMBERSHIP 1947, FRAMED, 8/5/47
... a Life Member of the Bendigo RSL Sub Branch. The certificate...Life membership certificate of the Bendigo RSL awarded... membership certificate of the Bendigo RSL awarded to Dr HR Catford ...Doctor HAROLD ROBERT CATFORD was the first to be made a Life Member of the Bendigo RSL Sub Branch. The certificate was signed on the 8th Day of May 1947. He was first elected to Committee of the Bendigo Branch in 1918 and retired after 29 years at the AGM 1947 serving the whole time as Vice President. Doctor Harold Robert Catford enlisted as a Captain on 23.6.15 age 41 years and attached to HQ 29th Batt AIF. Embarked for overseas 10.11.15, transfer to 8th Field Ambulance 6.10.16. At various times he was attached to 5th Div Ammunition Column and 2nd A.C.C. Station, promoted to Major 24.8.17. He returned to Australia on 26.9.17 for personal reasons and his appointment in the AIF was terminated on 11.12.17. from 1.1.18 he was RMO to several military units including the 38th Batt in Peace time. Promoted to Lt Col on 19.4.23, placed on the AAMC reserve list 30.1.30 and then the retired list 30.1.1934. Life membership certificate of the Bendigo RSL awarded to Dr HR Catford. Certificate is set in a yellowish cardboard frame inside a silver wooden frame. The certificate is in colour with a red seal and signatures of Federal President and Secretary of the RSSILA. A set of WWI ribbons has been placed in the frame.brsl, smirsl, life membership -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Photograph - PHOTOGRAPHS FROM BOOK - BENDIGO SCENES
... Pages from book (unknown) : a, RSL, Bendigo Hospital... BENDIGO Hospital Pages from book (unknown) : a, RSL, Bendigo ...Pages from book (unknown) : a, RSL, Bendigo Hospital, Benevolent Asylum, b. Charing Cross, Technical School, Bendigo private homes ( Lanstellstowe inc. ) c, Post Office, Law Courts,Shamrock Hotel, d, private homes, educational establishments of Bendigo, inc. High School, Central School, School of domestic arts, Quarry Hill School, Gravel Hill. E, Convent of Mercy, St. Aidan's Orphanage, Bendigo, Municipal Stock Markets Bendigo. Pages are damaged and parts missing. Images appear to be approx. 1920's.bendigo, hospital -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Slide - BENDIGO & EASTER FAIR, 1963
... welfare centre that sat over the Bendigo Creek, Bendigo RSL... the Bendigo Creek, Bendigo RSL in back ground. Slide BENDIGO & EASTER ...Queen Victoria Gardens, Bendigo. Former Bendigo infant welfare centre that sat over the Bendigo Creek, Bendigo RSL in back ground.slide, bendigo, queen victoria gardens -
Bendigo Military Museum
Memorabilia - TROPHY, BOWLS, DIGGERS DAY, C.1981
... of the Bendigo RSL Diggers Day Bowls in 1981. Refer Cat No 8094 for more... of the Bendigo RSL Diggers Day Bowls in 1981. Refer Cat No 8094 for more ..."CUB", Carlton & United Breweries trophy to the winners of the Bendigo RSL Diggers Day Bowls in 1981. Refer Cat No 8094 for more details.Diggers day Bowls mug, metal silver, round curved shape with handle. On one side is an attached "CUB" logo in blue with the letters CUB in centre. Engraving is above and below the CUB.Above logo, "RSL Diggers Day 1981". Below logo, "Won by J. Donohue - Joe Rosendale - Bob Lee - Arthur Hocking (Capt)"brsl, smirsl, diggers day, cub -
Bendigo Military Museum
Badge - BADGES, AFFILIATTE, SERVICEMENS CLUB, Post 1989 - 2000
... Bendigo District RSL....Bendigo Military Museum 37 - 39 Pall Mall Bendigo ...Bendigo & District Servicemens Club was pre it becoming Bendigo District RSL..1) Badge, metal, RSL affiliate membership. Crown at top over wings, rising sun anchor, scrolls under with "Returned and Services League Affiliate". .2) Badge, metal "Bendigo and District Servicemens Club". Gold Top with place for name, bottom is blue with 3 figures in centre, pin clip at bottom with "95" for membership 1995..1) "V31733 not transferable property of the league. .2) "1822"membership, servicemens, affiliatte, rsl -
Bendigo Military Museum
Equipment - ANTI AIRCRAFT GUN, MOBILE, C.1939 - 45
... This item is in the gardens of the Bendigo District RSL Sub...This item is in the gardens of the Bendigo District RSL Sub ...This item is in the gardens of the Bendigo District RSL Sub Branch Havilah Road..1WW2 era Truck painted green, open cabin with tray back, mounted on the back is a 40 mm Bofor gun.“4” - “913” - “3100682”brsl, smirsl, bdrslinc, bofor, mounted -
Bendigo Military Museum
Vehicle - HAWKEI
... This item is in the gardens of the Bendigo District RSL Sub...This item is in the gardens of the Bendigo District RSL Sub ...This item is in the gardens of the Bendigo District RSL Sub Branch Havilah Road.Hawkei protected Mobility vehicle, camouflage colours, 4 wheeled.“Hawkei”brsl, smirsl, bdrslinc, hawkeye -
Bendigo Military Museum
Book, Assembly Press, The Trusty One, 1985
... On title page "To Bendigo RSL 1987 with heartiest good.... On title page "To Bendigo RSL 1987 with heartiest good wishes ...Piece of paper inserted before title page "Two (2) letters wri... Two letters sent to parents, sisters and brothers by Noel Edwards of the AIF, June 22nd 1915. Killed in action 8th August 1915."Soft cover. Front cove has photo of lighthouse with ocean background. Back cover has picture of author.On title page "To Bendigo RSL 1987 with heartiest good wishes of the author Harold RG Edwards"books, military history -
Bendigo Military Museum
Book - BOOK WW2, Anthony Richardson, Wingless Victory, 1954
... " Bendigo RSL stamp on front flyleaf.... by K Proud" Bendigo RSL stamp on front flyleaf. books military ...Turquoise buckram hardcover, 287 pages on plain cut edged paper. Title in black on paper attached to spine.Handwritten in black on front flyleaf "Donated by K Proud" Bendigo RSL stamp on front flyleaf.books, military history, escape -
Bendigo Military Museum
Award - BADGE, LIFE MEMBER BDSC 1986, Bendigo & District RSL Club, C.1986
... of the 3 Bendigo RSL Sub Branches. Roy Leslie Thurlow...Bendigo & District RSL Club.... was a Co Operative of the 3 Bendigo RSL Sub Branches. Roy Leslie ...The Bendigo & District Servicemen's Club was a Co Operative of the 3 Bendigo RSL Sub Branches. Roy Leslie Thurlow was a tireless worker for the Servicemen's Club, he was President 1984 - 85, 1988 - 89, he was made a life Member of in 1986. With the Bendigo RSL Sub Branch he served on the Committee from 1980 - 93, he was Jnr Vice President 3 years and 4 years as Snr Vice President. Refer Cat No 4688PBadge metal, colours are red, blue and gold. The top section is rectangular shape with the wording "Bendigo and District Servicemen's Club, centre of has 3 figures as per the RSL Logo, a membership pin for the year "1987" is attached. Rear has details and maker. Attached to the badge section via rings has the wording "LIFE MEMBER".On rear, "R.L. Thurlow" - 0004 - 1986"brsl, smirsl, bdsc, life member -
Bendigo Military Museum
Sculpture - WAR & PEACE FIGURES, Nick Hackett, C.2013
... entrance to the Bendigo District RSL in Havilah Road... entrance to the Bendigo District RSL in Havilah Road Brsl smirsl ...This display is situated on the RH side of the front entrance to the Bendigo District RSL in Havilah RoadSix metal sculptures representing the. Australian Army, Navy, Airforce, Women in the Forces over time during War & Peace. Consists of 4 figures standing, 1 kneeling with a child standing. Plaque black colour on a stand with white text re the Artist and Donor. The dimension shown is an average of the standing figures.As per the photo of the plaque.brsl, smirsl, bdrslinc, sculpture -
Bendigo Military Museum
Weapon - BOMB, AERIAL 1000 LB, C.1943
... District RSL Sub Branch Inc Havilah Road Bendigo.... District RSL Sub Branch Inc Havilah Road Bendigo. Bdrslinc smirsl ...This item is situated in the gardens of the Bendigo District RSL Sub Branch Inc Havilah Road Bendigo.Bomb 1000 lb Aerial, metal construction, cylindrical shape, on top are two lifting lugs, rear tapers down with 4 fins inside a circular cover, the nose tapers sharply then forms a smaller impact point. Item is on a stand.On side of the bomb, “No.37 - IMC 1000 LB R&M 9/43”bdrslinc, smirsl, brsl, bomb, 1000 -
Bendigo Military Museum
Plaque - RECOGNITION PLAQUES 2011, C.2011
... in recognition of the years of service as volunteers to the Bendigo RSL... in recognition of the years of service as volunteers to the Bendigo RSL ...These 3 plaques were originally placed on 3 doors within the Soldiers Memorial Institute building in Pall Mall Bendigo in recognition of the years of service as volunteers to the Bendigo RSL Sub Branch & Bendigo District RSL Sub Branch in 2011. Over time the small plaques were added regarding their ongoing volunteer years and passing. During the renovations to the Soldiers Memorial Institute & Museum which closed in 2016 all plaques were taken down that were in the building. These 3 were not put back in the original positions. .1) John Kerr Barnes OAM, refer Cat No 8040 for his volunteer service. .2) John Edward Fay, refer Cat No 8129P for his volunteer service. .3) William James Norman Smart, refer Cat No 8131.2P for his volunteer service..1) Plaque, metal, front face gold colour, all text and edging in black, one small gold plaque placed on the bottom RH corner. .2) Plaque, metal, front face gold colour, all text and edging in black, 3 small gold colour plaques have been added. .3) Plaque, metal, front face gold colour, all text and edging in black, 2 small gold colour plaques have been added.brsl, smirsl, plaque, recognition, volunteer -
Bendigo Military Museum
Photograph - PHOTOGRAPH, FRAMED, BDSC 1979, Bendigo & District Servicemen's Club, C. 1979
... Bendigo RSL's being Bendigo, Kangaroo Flat & Eaglehawk Sub... Bendigo RSL's being Bendigo, Kangaroo Flat & Eaglehawk Sub ...BDSC - Bendigo & District Servicemen's Club. The Servicemen's Club 73 - 75 Havilah Rd was a Co - Operative of the 3 Bendigo RSL's being Bendigo, Kangaroo Flat & Eaglehawk Sub Branches. In 1977 the Bendigo, Eaglehawk, Kangaroo Flat RSL Co operative Society Ltd was formed with Mr Des Paterson as Chairman and Mr Jack Barnes as Secretary. The Co op owned the facility and the Bendigo & District Servicemen's Club was formed to operate the facility. It was built in 1978 and a liquor license was finally granted in August 1979 and opened. It was officially opened on December 19th 1979 by the Hon R.J. Hamer premier of Victoria. In the year 2000 the premises became the Bendigo District RSL Sub Branch Inc. Des Paterson was also on the of the BDSC Committee until 1984. He was heavily involved in the establishment of the BDSC. With the Bendigo RSL Sub Branch he was elected to Committee in 1973, Jnr Vice President 1974, Snr Vice President 1975, President 1976. Jack Barnes first Secretary refer Cat No 8040. Photograph BDSC. Roy Tayor was Bar Manager, refer Cat No 5687, Arthur Harridge Secretary 1979, Bill Nichols (William Bona) was President from 1978 - 80, he was made a Life member of in 1981. He was acknowledged as the driving force behind the establishment of the Club. With the Bendigo RSL Sub Branch he was elected to Committee 1961, 1966 - 68, 1970 - 72, 1974 - 81 (14 years) He was President 1968, 1972, 1979, 0ne year as Jnr Vice and 4 as Snr Vice President. Refer Cat No 149.Photograph B & W framed brown timber, photo shows 3 x men in suits with beer in hand, they are standing behind a bar, rear has hand written notes on.On rear, " BDSC - Roy Taylor Bar Manager - Arthur Harridge Secretary (79) - Bill Nichols Liquor Licence - formed 77 (Co op) built 78, licence 79 - 8621" brsl, smirsl, bdsc, servicemen's club -
Bendigo Military Museum
Book - Mapmakers of Fortuna, a History of the Army Survey Regiment, Ex Fortuna Survey Association Inc, 2003
... On first page, "Donated to Bendigo RSL Museum by Ex Fortuna..., "Donated to Bendigo RSL Museum by Ex Fortuna Survey Association Inc ...Covers the arrival of the Land Headquarters Cartographic Company at Fortuna Villa in 1942 until the disbandment of the Army Survey Regiment in 1996. Written by Valerie Lovejoy as part of her Masters degree at La Trobe University, BendigoUnit History of the Army Survey Regiment by Valerie Lovejoy, ISBN: 0-646-42120-4, 234 pages, 9 Chapters, 6 Appendices, Black and White photographs, Colored map extracts, Colored cover jacket, hard cover, nominal roll of Unit members.On first page, "Donated to Bendigo RSL Museum by Ex Fortuna Survey Association Inc 21 April 2022"royal australian survey corps, rasvy, army survey regiment, army svy regt, asr -
Bendigo Military Museum
Accessory - TYPEWRITER
... at the Bendigo RSL Office at the Soldiers Memorial Institute in Pall Mall... at the Bendigo RSL Office at the Soldiers Memorial Institute in Pall Mall ...This Typewriter was last used by Jack Barnes OAM at the Bendigo RSL Office at the Soldiers Memorial Institute in Pall Mall until he retired after 43 years as Secretary in early 2006.Typewriter, heavy metal construction, body is light grey colour, keys are black with white lettering, there is one key with red lettering. The brand "Olivetti 82" is centre of the Typewriter.brsl, smirsl, olivetti -
Bendigo Military Museum
Certificate - CERTIFICATE, APPEALS 2004, Victorian State Branch RSL, 31.1.2005
... "Awarded to Bendigo RSL Sub - Branch - Top seller 2004... with RSL Logo at the top, followed by "Returned & Service's League ...The Poppy Appeal is conducted every year leading up to Remembrance Day November 11th.Certificate, frame is timber brown/gold colour, certificate in colour white background with RSL Logo at the top, followed by "Returned & Service's League of Australia (Victorian Branch) Inc", under is the details of the award, signed and dated with red seal in RH corner."Awarded to Bendigo RSL Sub - Branch - Top seller 2004 Poppy Appeal country area - 31st January 2005"brsl, smirsl, poppy appeal -
Bendigo Military Museum
Certificate - CERTIFICATE, APPEALS 2003, Victorian RSL State Branch, 31.1.2004
... "Awarded to Bendigo RSL - Sub Branch - Top seller 2003.... "Awarded to Bendigo RSL - Sub Branch - Top seller 2003 Poppy Appeal ...The Poppy Appeal is conducted yearly leading up to Remembrance Day November 11th. This Appeal and the following 5 Appeals through to 2008 were all conducted from the Soldiers Memorial Institute in the old kitchen which was demolished as part of the Restorations during 2016 - 18.Certificate, frame is timber black colour, certificate in colour has white background with ornate edge with RSL Logo at the top followed by "Returned & Service's League of Australia (Victorian Branch) Inc".Under is the detail of the award, signed and dated with Red Seal in RH Corner."Awarded to Bendigo RSL - Sub Branch - Top seller 2003 Poppy Appeal Country area - 31st January 2004"brsl, smirsl, poppy appeal -
Bendigo Military Museum
Equipment - Font -Type Style and Point Size Guide, Royal Australian Survey Corps, Circa 1991
... Also referenced in the Collections Victoria Bendigo RSL... Victoria Bendigo RSL item 6300 Lithographic Squadron Equipment ...Also referenced in the Collections Victoria Bendigo RSL item 6300 Lithographic Squadron Equipment Handbook 1991. Commonly called a type styles guide, used for the selection and editing of text styles and size in mapping.20 Sheets of 21 x 11 cm clear photographic film (connected in the Top left hand corner) depicting various Type Font Styles and Point Sizes including special characters. It also contains a digital Type gauge, a linometer and a screen angle Indicator. royal australian survey corps, rasvy, fortuna, army survey regiment, army svy regt, asr -
Bendigo Military Museum
Memorabilia - TROPHY, BOWLS, RSL DIGGERS DAY, C.1971
... for that year. The plaques start 1971 and the last 1981. The Bendigo RSL... for that year. The plaques start 1971 and the last 1981. The Bendigo RSL ...Each plaque has 4 names on being the winning team for that year. The plaques start 1971 and the last 1981. The Bendigo RSL Sub Branch conducted a Diggers Day Bowls as far back as 1953.Trophy, brown wood rectangular base shape with 3 pillars on top of metallic construction, all are round shape, 2 have a depiction of a bird on top with outstretched wings, the centre shorter one has a depiction of a man playing bowls. The base has a central plaque with a wreath around engraved in the middle. On the left of the base are 10 x small plaques engraved with names on, 1 x small plaque on the right of the base.On centre plaque, "Presented by R.H. Trethewey MLA - Perpetual Trophy - Diggers Day Tournament". Example plaque, "1977 - H. Tobin - W. Smith - P. Weymouth - J. Cruse"brsl, smirsl, diggers day, bowls