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Stanley Athenaeum & Public Room
Work on paper - Poster, Chronological Record Great War 1914-19
... businesses advertised. Chronology of First World War. Chronological ...Colour Poster with 2 copies. Has four photographs of army leaders Foch, Burwood, Monash and Haigh with a Roll of Honour of Servicemen from Beechworth and District with Beechworth businesses advertised. Chronology of First World War.Label on back. - 19 Ford St, Beechworth. 057-28-1477. Exhibition only. -
Myrtleford and District Historical Society
Memorial Plaque, Memorial Plaque Factory, "Dead Man's Penny", Circa 1921
The "Dead Man's Penny" of Private George Matthews (24/1744) is a district link to the First World War. George enlisted with the Otago Regiment, New Zealand Expeditionary Force as a rifleman. Born in 1891, he was a former pupil of Myrtleford State School 955 and was one of four first cousins killed in action and recorded in a memorial window and honour board at the Uniting (formerly Methodist) Church, the Soldier's Memorial Square and on the State School Honour Board. George's parents, John and Mary Matthews,received the plaque in a pack, together with a letter and commemorative scroll from King George V. George Matthews is buried at the Caterpillar Valley (N.Z.) Memorial, France, having died on October 1, 1916, aged 25. The memorial plaque links local family tragedy to world conflict. It represents the impact of such events must have had on small town communities. George Matthews' enlistment in New Zealand is an indicator of the migratory nature of men involved in gold mining after the decline of the industry in Victoria and New South Wales in the late 19th centuryA World War 1 memorial plaque issued to next-of-kin of all British and Empire service personnel who died as a result of the war. They were round and cast in bronze, hence their similarity to the much smaller penny coin. The plaque includes an image of Britannia, holding a trident and standing with a lion. Britannia holds an oak leaf above the deceased's name, which is recorded without rank. Two dolphins swim around Britannia, symbolizing sea power, and at the base a second lion is tearing apart the German eagle. Around the picture a legend reads: "He died for freedom and Honour"Name engraved: GEORGE MATTHEWSmemorial plaque dead man's penny george matthews -
Myrtleford and District Historical Society
Portrait of Soldier, Talma & Co, James E. Matthews, 60th Battalion, Killed in Action, 19 July, 1916, Circa 1915
Private James Edward Matthews (3174) was one of four first cousins living in the Myrtleford district killed during World War 1. He was in the 60th Battalion, A.I.F. action at Fromelles, France, and was killed in action, aged 19 years, on July 19,1916. He was the son of Richard and James Matthews of Myrtleford and has no known grave, but is "Remembered with Honour" at V.C. Corner, Australian Cemetery and Memorial, Fromelles. James attended Myrtleford State School 955; his death is recorded on honour boards at the Uniting (formerly Methodist) Church, the school honour board and at the Soldier's memoral Square. A memorial window at the church includes names of the four cousins.The portrait reminds viewers of the youth of many A.I.F. volunteers, the outcome of actions such as that at Fromelles in 1916 and the impact on families in small communities. It also relates to the ongoing search for identifiable remains of those personnel without a known resting place. Framed original sepia photograph, head and shoulders, of World War 1 soldier in full dress uniform.James E. Matthews, 60th Battalion, Killed in Action, 19 July, 1916. Photography: Talma & Co., Melb.james matthews 60th battalion fromelles -
Moorabbin Air Museum
Manual (Item) - Twin Pioneer Type Record Vol. 1 Scottish Aviation Ltd
Description: Publisher: Piper Aircraft Corp. Revised: February 11th, 1963 Pages: 150 Level of Importance: World. -
Moorabbin Air Museum
Manual (Item) - Twin Pinoneer Type Record Vol. 2 Scottish Aviation Ltd
Description: Publisher: Scottish Aviation Ltd. Preswick Airport Date: 14/5/1957 Copy: #3 Type Record: SA.2 Level of Importance: World. -
Moorabbin Air Museum
Document (Item) - Sabre Engineering Modification Record 1 To 200
Description: Sabre Defect reports 1957 to 1965 Level of Importance: World. -
Moorabbin Air Museum
Document (Item) - Sabre Engineering Modification Record Index 351 To
Description: Sabre Hydraulic manual Level of Importance: World. -
Moorabbin Air Museum
Document (Item) - Sabre Engineering Modification Records 27-1 To 27-150
Description: Sabre Engineering Modification records plus Index Level of Importance: World. -
Moorabbin Air Museum
Document (Item) - Sabre Engineering Modification Records 201 To 350
Description: Sabre ENGINEERING MODIFICATION RECORDS CA27 Level of Importance: World. -
Moorabbin Air Museum
Document (Item) - Australian Transport 1973-1974
Description: Sabre CA27 Engineering modif8ication records EMRs Level of Importance: World. -
Moorabbin Air Museum
Essay (item) - Schneider Trophy History, Technical Aspects of the Schneider Trophy and the world speed record for seaplanes
... Technical Aspects of the Schneider Trophy and the world... of the Schneider Trophy and the world speed record for seaplanes Essay ...Schneider Trophy -
Geoffrey Kaye Museum of Anaesthetic History
Book - Case book: Joseph Clover, Medical Observations J.T. Clover, 1846
Dr Joseph Clover was an early pioneer of anaesthesia, particularly chloroform. Like most physicians, he recorded his work in a casebook. This casebook records Clover's first administration of ether as anaesthesia. The book was given to Professor Robert Mackintosh by Mary Clover, Joseph Clover's daughter. along with other casebooks. Mackintosh then proceeded to re-gift the casebooks and they are now dispersed. Clover wrote this casebook when he was a medical student, before he trained as a surgeon and around the time that anaesthesia was discovered. He eventually became the most important authority on anaesthesia in Britain and is featured on the crest of the Royal College of Anaesthetists. This artefact associated with one of the world's foremost pioneers of anaesthesia is historically and scientifically significant on an international level, and is significant for its rarity, condition and research potential. It is one of the most significant items in the Collection.Bound book with heavy marbled card cover with red leather binding strip along the spine. Insides leaves have handwritten text by Joseph Clover recording his work.joseph clover, robert mackintosh, mary clover, anaesthesia -
Moorabbin Air Museum
Administrative record (item) - CAC Records - Proposals to Release CAC Personnel to Other Projects, Officers Senior - Suggested Release to Civil Aviation or Long Range Weapons Project
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National Vietnam Veterans Museum (NVVM)
Book, Lawrence, Mark Atwood, Assuming the Burden: Europe and the American Commitment to War in Vietnam, 2005
Rigorously researched and carefully argued...Utilizing British, French, and American diplomatic, military and political records between the final years of the Second World War and 1950Rigorously researched and carefully argued...Utilizing British, French, and American diplomatic, military and political records between the final years of the Second World War and 1950indochina - history - 1945, united states - foreign relations - vietnam, cold war -
Galen Catholic College
Victory in the Pacific celebrations, 1995
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 -
Galen Catholic College
ANZAC Memorial Stone, 2015
2015 was the 100th anniversary of the Gallipoli Campaign, when Australian and New Zealand troops landed at Gallipoli in Turkey, during World War One. Galen Catholic College erected the ANZAC Memorial Stone to mark this anniversary. This sequence of photos records the procession from Galen's stadium to the laying of the wreath and the hoisting of the flags at the stone.galen catholic college, galen college, anzac day, anzac service, memorial stone, wreath, ex-servicemen, 2015, 100th anniversary of the gallipoli campaign -
National Vietnam Veterans Museum (NVVM)
Book, Barnes, I.L, Australian Gallant and Distinguished Service, Vietnam 1962-73, 1974
Awards have been a controversial point since athletes at Mount Olympus vied for laurels. After World War 1 Ernest Hemmingway tried to gauge the worth of the medals he had received in Italy by making the rounds of Montreal pawnshops and trying to sell them.Being a record of British & Foreign Decorations awarded to Australian Servicemen.Awards have been a controversial point since athletes at Mount Olympus vied for laurels. After World War 1 Ernest Hemmingway tried to gauge the worth of the medals he had received in Italy by making the rounds of Montreal pawnshops and trying to sell them.medals, vietnam., medals, australian -
B-24 Liberator Memorial Restoration Australia Inc
Suitcase from Mason Day Frecker, 1930s
Suitcase issued to aircraft captains or crew by RAAF during World War II. The contents of M D Frecker's suitcase include World War II medals awarded to the owner, photographs, maps, pilots' handbooks, language dictionaries (Malay, Pidgin, Japanese), propaganda leaflets dropped by Japanese.Has historical and social significance, also research significance. Provenance known, owner piloted B-24 Liberator bombers and General Blamey's personal aircraft; item was donated by son. Great interpretive potential.Worn dark suitcase belonging to Mason Day Frekker, strong cardboard covered with 'leatherette', metal fasteners on front, with carry handle. Suitcase contains Flying Log Book RAAF, Wedding Photo, National Archives Record Search Mason Day Frecker, Distinguished Flying Medal Register WW2 x 3, Papers on Medals and Victorian Ground Crew Numbers, Files 1 - 2 - 3 - Photographs, Leaflets, Pilots' Notes, Maps - Germany (28 maps), Buttons and badges and other medals."RAAF/402653/Frecker/M.D." on top surface, "M.D.F." on front surface under handle.b24 liberator bomber, world war ii, raaf pilot, world war ii aerial photographs, a22.00 -
B-24 Liberator Memorial Restoration Australia Inc
Oral History, RAAF Service History of Sqn. Ldr. Richard F. Overheu DFC & Bar, 1999-2000
R. Overheu was in the RAAF from August 1940 until October 1945 and was a B-24 Liberator pilot between March 1943 and October 1945 in 380 Sqn. then 24 Sqn.This oral history is historical significance because it provides at first hand an account of the individual's experiences during World War II as a member of the RAAF. He trained at Point Cook and in Tasmania and saw active service during the Pacific conflict flying B-24 Liberator aircraft from Darwin.Paper printed transcript with plastic coverRAAF SERVICE HISTORY OF SQN. LDR. RICHARD F. OVERHEU DFC AND BAR U.S. PRESIDENTIAL CITATION RECORDED 1999-2000oral history raaf world war ii -
B-24 Liberator Memorial Restoration Australia Inc
Oral History, Ed Crabtree and John Temby War TimeFlying Experiences, August 2014
E. Crabtree was in the RAAF from February 1940 until May 1946 and was a B-24 Liberator pilot and instructor between October 1943 and March 1946.This oral history of E.Crabtree is of historical significance because it provides a first hand account of the individuals experience during World War II as a member of the RAAF who trained at Benalla and Point Cook. He saw active service in the Pacific conflict flying B-24 Liberator aircraft from Darwin. He is the second last person to fly B-24 Liberator A72-176 and has been involved in the restoration of the same aircraft since 1986.Printed label DVD disc in plastic cover.Three photos. Ed Crabtree and John Temby recount the restoration of Liberator A72-176 and share some of their war time experiences with David Smith. Interview recorded in August 2014. iA imaginACTIONoral history raaf world war ii -
B-24 Liberator Memorial Restoration Australia Inc
Oral History:, B-24 Liberator Memorial Australia Inc.,Return of the Australian POW's 1945
B-24 Liberator aircraft and their crews were important in the repatriation of thousands of former prisoners of war at the end of the war in the Pacific in 1945.In May 2015 the B-24 Liberator Restoration group organised an exhibition to commemorate the role of B-24 Liberators and their crews in the repatriation of former POWs in 1945 at the end of the Second World War. It was believed that no such exhibition had been organised previously and that the memories of surviving veterans might be lost if no effort were made to record them.This collection includes oral testimonies of 9 surviving veterans who were crew or support staff for Liberators involved in these important missions. It also includes a 7 page summary of the historical context, including statistics of POW numbers, information on Government decisions about repatriation arrangements for South East Asia and the South West Pacific areas, as well as an evaluation of the role of B-24 Liberators in repatriating the former POWs.Approx 25 pp printed on A4 paper in plastic sleeve.Black-and-white illustration of B-24 Liberator at top of front cover. B-24 Liberator Memorial Australia Inc. Return of the Australian POWs 1945.Tribute to the Liberator Crews who repatriated World War II POW.'They couldn't get home quick enough' -
Dutch Australian Heritage Centre Victoria
Book, Weerklank van Anne Frank (Echo of Anne Frank), 1970
Anne Frank was one of a group of eight Jews in hiding from the Nazis. After their betrayal and transportation only her father Otto Frank survived. Her diary was saved by one of the helpers who brought them food and news during the 2 years in hiding. The diary bears witness to Anne's budding talent as a writer. It is also an invaluable record of a Jewish family in hiding during WWII. It has been translated into over 70 languages and formed the inspiration for several movies and plays. The house on the Prinsengracht quickly became a major Amsterdam tourist destination and is the home of the Anne Frank Foundation.120pp hard cover book about the world-wide reactions to Anne Frank's diary. Hence the title "Echo". It describes a stage play and quotes many reactions from readers worldwide. Some of these are in the form of poetry. Authors are Otto Frank and Henri van Praag, President of the Anne Frank Foundation."For my daughter Bettina Christina - to remember her Mam. Jan.1976." -
St Kilda Historical Society
Administrative record - Forms, War Gas Report Form, c1915
Forms used for reporting gas attacks and the testing of gas during WW1.Stapled pad of paper forms printed in blackwwi, world war i -
St Kilda Historical Society
Administrative record - Letter, The Call to Duty, 1916
Dated September 1916 from Mayor and Town Clerk of St Kilda appealing to men to reconsider their decision not to enlist to serve in WWI. Single sheet of white paper that has discoloured with age, printed one side in blackwwi, world war i, st kilda recruiting committee -
St Kilda Historical Society
Administrative record - Form, War Census
For a census of wealth and income during World War IPink coloured paper form, single sheet, printed in block on both sides1915 census -
St Kilda Historical Society
Administrative record - Booklet, Visit of His Royal Highness The Prince of Wales - Routes, Traffic Arrangements &c, 1920
Routes and traffic arrangements for the visit to Victoria on 26 May - 7 June 1920 by the Prince of Wales (later King Edward VIII). The visit was to officially thank Australia for the support to Great Britain during World War I and to strengthen the links between Australia and the Empire. The booklet details the routes, escorts, and traffic arrangements, starting with the procession from St Kilda Pier to Federal Government House on his arrival on 26 May.Multi-page booklet of white pages with a brown card cover and bound with two staples. Printed in black.royal visits, prince of wales -
St Kilda Historical Society
Administrative record - Identification card, Identity Card, 1942
An identity card issued for civilian registration of British Subjects during World War II. This card was issued to Maisie Elizabeth Morgan of 48 Foam Street, Elwood.Brown card printed in black on both sidesPostmarked 7 April 1942 St Kilda. Card number 22915. Handwritten name, address and signatures of cardholder and witness. Handwritten additional reference numbers for official purposes.wwii, world war ii, civilian identification, id cards -
St Kilda Historical Society
Administrative record - Identification card, Identity Card, 1942
An identity card issued for civilian registration of British Subjects during World War II. This card was issued to Emma Sara Morgan of 48 Foam Street, Elwood.Brown card printed in black on both sidesPostmarked 7 April 1942 St Kilda. Card number 22914. Handwritten name, address and signatures of cardholder and witness. Handwritten additional reference numbers for official purposes.wwii, world war ii, civilian identification, id cards -
St Kilda Historical Society
Administrative record - Identification card, Identity Card, 1942
An identity card issued for civilian registration of British Subjects during World War II. This card was issued to Olive Blanche Appelton, 15 Morrie Street, Caulfield North.Brown card printed in black on both sidesPostmarked 8 April 1942 St Kilda. Card number 18003. Handwritten name, address and signatures of cardholder and witness. Handwritten additional reference numbers for official purposes.wwii, world war ii, civilian identification, id cards -
St Kilda Historical Society
Administrative record - Ration Card, Clothing Ration Card 1945-6 Issue, 1945
The ration card includes directions for use, and a page of printed rectangles designed to be cut into separate coupons.Pink coloured card printed in black on both sides.Stamped number 299425. Name, address and identity card number of card holder Emma S Morgan, 42 Foam Street Elwood handwritten in ink.wwii, world war ii, rationing