the incredible story of the inspiring Australian women who rescued hundreds of orphans at the end of the Vietnam War.refugee children -- vietnam -- history -- 20th century, vietnam war, 1961-1975 -- children, volunteer workers in social service -- australia -- biography

When journalist and historian Mark Dapin first interviewed Vietnam veterans and wrote about the war, he swallowed (and regurgitated) every popular misconception. He wasn't alone. In Australia's Vietnam, Dapin argues that every stage of Australia's Vietnam War has been misremembered and obscured by myth. He disproves claims that every national serviceman was a volunteer; questions the idea that Australian troops committed atrocities; debunks the fallacy that there were no welcome hope parades until 1987; and rebuts the fable that returned soldiers were met by spitting protesters at Australian airports 1961-1975 -- participation, vietnam war, 1961-1975 -- personal narratives, australian, national service -- australia -- history

When journalist and historian Mark Dapin first interviewed Vietnam veterans and wrote about the war, he swallowed (and regurgitated) every popular misconception. He wasn't alone. In Australia's Vietnam, Dapin argues that every stage of Australia's Vietnam War has been misremembered and obscured by myth. He disproves claims that every national serviceman was a volunteer; questions the idea that Australian troops committed atrocities; debunks the fallacy that there were no welcome hope parades until 1987; and rebuts the fable that returned soldiers were met by spitting protesters at Australian airports 1961-1975 -- participation, australian, vietnam war, 1961-1975 -- personal narratives, national service -- australia -- history.

Photographic mural/collage of service in Vietnamnational service - australia

A collection of black and white, coloured photos, and letters of Private Errol Noak's National Service Call Up papers etc. which form part of the Museum's collection of Private Noack's items.(Copy 1)private errol noack, national service - australia

When journalist and historian Mark Dapin first interviewed Vietnam veterans and wrote about the war, he swallowed (and regurgitated) every popular misconception. He wasn't alone. In Australia's Vietnam, Dapin argues that every stage of Australia's Vietnam War has been misremembered and obscured by myth. He disproves claims that every national serviceman was a volunteer; questions the idea that Australian troops committed atrocities; debunks the fallacy that there were no welcome hope parades until 1987; and rebuts the fable that returned soldiers were met by spitting protesters at Australian airports 1961-1975 -- participation, vietnam war, 1961-1975 -- personal narratives, australian., national service -- australia -- history.

Yellowed, laminated copy of the front and back views of the envelope of an original National Service Registration papers sent to Mr. R. B. Tremellen.Mr. R.B. Tremellencall-up notice, national service - australia

Laminated copy, yellow with age. From the Dept. of Labour and National Service, District Employment Office. Detailing instructions on what and where to report for service. Registration No. 2005862. Dated 6 September 1965.call-up notice, national service - australia

Yellowing laminated letter from the National Service Registration office advising of pending medical exam and interview (preparatory) to call up.national service - australia, call-up notice

Australian Military Forces Agreement between Ronald B Tremellen and his parent in case of necessary medical and/or dental treatment.national service - australia, national service - medical treatment

Laminated letter to Mr. Tremellen stating that he has met the standards required and therefore 'fit for service'.Registration No. 2005862national service - australia

Standard letter from Lt. Col. W.D. Jamieson to new National Servicemen.national service - australia

Between 1951 and 1972 some 287,000 young Australian men were called-up in two separate schemes for compulsory military service. Of them 212 died and 1479 were wounded on active service.national service-- australia - history, draft - australia - history, australia - armed forces - recruiting, enlistment, etc

p.184.Story of the last air-mail flight for New Zealand of the "Southern Cross" and a brief reference to events which followed it.air mail service - australia, southern cross (airplane)

A small book of 125 pages containing information, photographic images and sketches. The book is printed on buff coloured paper with a green trim around the front cover. It also includes a comprehensive bibliography. The cover features a sketch of a Cobb & Co. Coach.This booklet was produced for Victoria's sesquicentenary celebrations. It tells the story of Victorian postal services starting with the appointment of Melbourne's first official Postmaster Mr E J Foster on 13th April 1837. This position changed hands frequently and by 1851 Victoria's 8th Postmaster Alexander McCrae held the position. The construction of one of Melbourne's oldest landmarks began in three stages beginning in 1859 and was completed in 1867. The book includes developments in the mail service including by sea and overland by horseback and Cobb and Co. coaches. The mail coach contractors on the Melbourne to Albury route in 1854 was George Foster followed in 1856 by Patrick Mulcare. Other chapters in this publication include transporting the mail by rail and air as well as details about a small number of post offices and people who dedicated themselves to ensuring the mail reached its destination safely.victorian postal service, australia post history

Booklet produced by the Vietnam Veterans Peacekeepers & Peacemakers Assoc. of Aust. (NSW Branch) Inc. (VVPPAA Inc.)battle of long tan, vietnam war, 1961-1975 - participation, australian, national service - australia, school curriculum

Booklet produced by the Vietnam Veterans Peacekeepers & Peacemakers Assoc. of Aust. (NSW Branch) Inc. (VVPPAA Inc.)battle of long tan, vietnam war, 1961-1975 - participation, australian, national service - australia, school curriculum

Booklet produced by the Vietnam Veterans Peacekeepers & Peacemakers Assoc. of Aust. (NSW Branch) Inc. (VVPPAA Inc.)battle of long tan, vietnam war, 1961-1975 - participation, australian, national service - australia, school curriculum

Booklet produced by the Vietnam Veterans Peacekeepers & Peacemakers Assoc. of Aust. (NSW Branch) Inc. (VVPPAA Inc.)battle of long tan, vietnam war, 1961-1975 - participation, australian, national service - australia, school curriculum

Booklet produced by the Vietnam Veterans Peacekeepers & Peacemakers Assoc. of Aust. (NSW Branch) Inc. (VVPPAA Inc.)battle of long tan, vietnam war, 1961-1975 - participation, australian, national service - australia, school curriculum

Perforated pro-forma call-up card from Department of Labour and National Service : National Service Registration Office addressed to Mr N E Swainston, 37 Leamington St, Reservoir Vic, dated 01/10/70 with Registration Number 21765955. Specific details are typed in black ink, and the document is signed by registrar W K Allen. Back of card advises recipient that he will be given at least 7 days' notice of the time and place for the medical, and that it is his responsibility to notify changes in marital status or address. Envelope is marked O.H.M.S, National Service Registration Papers and torn open at bottomnational service - australia, conscription, call-up, swainston collection

This item is part of a collection donated by Pte Neil Ernest Swainston (3801127) who was called up for National Service but was only in the Australian Army from 24 Apr 71 to 20 Oct 72 a total of 1 year and 183 days. Reason for Pte Swainston’s discharge: Having completed the prescribed period of service in the ARAS (NS). During service Pte Swainston did 5 months with Recruit and Corps Training and regimental and rifleman duties with Infantry until his discharge.Four page proforma letter from Commanding Officer Lieutenant Colonel K. H. Kirkland, 2n. Recruit Training Battalion Puckapunyal to inform Pte N E Swainston of details of the 70-day basic training for conscripted soldiers. Details of training conditions are itemised.conscription, training, national service - australia, pte neil ernest swainston, 3801127, recruit and corps training, infantry, rifleman

Index, bibliography, ill, p.168.non-fictionThe operations of Australian clandestine units during the second world warmilitary art and science - australia, secret service - australia

1x Australian Active Service medal 1x Australian Service medal 1X Australian Defence medal 1x Republic of Vietnam Campaign medalmedals, australian, barry arthur logan

"Charles Thomas Biggs" No. 51893 RAAF. Enlisted 16/3/42 aged 31. Discharged 8/11/45 at rank of Sgt in HQ North Eastern Area. Born 1911. Died 1 Dec 1962, at Quarry Hill, Vic, aged 51. Buried at Bendigo Cemetery.1. War Medal 1939-1945. 2. Australian Service Medal 1939 - 45. 3. Instructions on Guidance of how medals are to be worn on civilian clothes. 4. White box bottom. 5. White medal box top.1. Inscribed with George VI and Lion over a fallen Eagle. 2. Inscribed Aust. Service Medal 1939-45 with Commonwealth Emblem and George VI on other side. 3. Stamped 1966 & RAAF medal Section, Vic Barracks, Melbourne.charles thomas biggs, raaf, ww2, australia service medal, war medal 1939-45

Certificate presented to Lieut Dick Nankervis MM on Termination of his AppointmentThis framed certificate and memorabilia were donated/bequeath to the Beechworth RSL Sub-Branch by Captain Nankervis’ family. The inscription on the framed box containing the Medal Bar reads, “These medals were awarded to Captain Dick Nankervis for service during World War I and World War II.Certificate "Statement of Service in Australian Imperial Force in wooded picture frame with a glass front.Statement of Service/in/Australian Imperial/Force Lieutenant Dick Nankervis/MM/5th Aust M.G. Bn/ Date of Enlistment 2 August 1915/ Date of Embarkation 10th November 1915/Appointment and Promotions/ Appointed 2nd Lieutenant 20th June 1918/ Promoted Lieutenant 1st December 1918/Returned to Australia/Main 11 October 1919/Appointment Terminated as from 10th December 1919/Reason for Termination of Service/ signed ?? Lieut/a/ S.O. I & R. S. 3MDcerticiate, statement, nankervis

SW Pacific Clasp awarded to Private Farlow VX 20334 in 2001.The medal is nickel-silver with the Australian Coat of Arms surrounded by the words ‘THE AUSTRALIAN SERVICE MEDAL 1945-1975’ on the obverse. The reverse has a Federation Star with space for recipient’s details. The ribbon has central stripes of yellow and green, flanked by navy blue, khaki and light blue stripes from the Australia Service Medal 1939-45.VX 20334 FL Farlow The Australian Service Medal 1945-1975