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Clayton RSL Sub BranchMedal, Service Medal
... The khaki represents the Australian Army, and the red, dark blue and light blue represent the Merchant Navy, Royal Australian Navy and the Royal Australian Air Force respectively...The khaki represents the Australian Army, and the red, dark blue and light blue represent the Merchant Navy, Royal Australian Navy and the Royal Australian Air Force respectively Service Medal Medal ...WALTHALL Robert Barratt DOB 29/03/1899 CorporalAustralian War Service Medal 1939-1945 circular shape. The ribbon has a wide khaki central stripe, flanked by two narrow red stripes, which are in turn flanked by two outer stripes, one of dark blue and the other of light blue. The khaki represents the Australian Army, and the red, dark blue and light blue represent the Merchant Navy, Royal Australian Navy and the Royal Australian Air Force respectivelyN388579 R.B. WALTHALL The medal is nickel silver with the crowned effigy of King George VI on the obverse. The reverse has the Australian coat of arms, placed centrally, surrounded by the words ‘THE AUSTRALIA SERVICE MEDAL 1939-1945’ -
Bendigo Military MuseumUniform - JACKET, RAAF, Aust Govt Clothing Factory, Fletcher Jones, ADA, 1981
... RAAF blue uniform jacket size 10 OR. Royal Australian Air Force shoulder patches.. Commonwealth emblem patch sewn onto lower arms. ...RAAF blue uniform jacket size 10 OR. Royal Australian Air Force shoulder patches.. Commonwealth emblem patch sewn onto lower arms. ...Battle uniform jacket is for less formal circumstance. Belonging to "Peter Stoklahsa" enlisted 1966. Refer Cat 7674P.RAAF blue uniform jacket size 10 OR. Royal Australian Air Force shoulder patches.. Commonwealth emblem patch sewn onto lower arms. Two breast pockets with service ribbon attached above left pocket. Material epaulettes on each shoulder with a black button and gold RAAF Eagle and Crown Emblem. Zipped front with stretch bands on bottom sides. Inside cotton lining. Inside pocket - label of maker on inside.Label - "A.G.C.F. VIC. 1981. 8405.66.103.8063 Size 10 OR. Service No. Cleaning instructions. raaf, uniform, peter stoklahsa -
Wangaratta RSL Sub BranchPhotograph - Framed photograph, Wangaratta Picture Framers
... In 1940, in the months after the outbreak of WWII, the Exhibition Buildings complex was requisitioned by the Royal Australian Air Force and used as a barracks and training facility. ...In 1940, in the months after the outbreak of WWII, the Exhibition Buildings complex was requisitioned by the Royal Australian Air Force and used as a barracks and training facility. ...Image of RAAF Radio & Radar Trainee Mechanics taken at the Exhibition Building, Melbourne in 1941-42. In 1940, in the months after the outbreak of WWII, the Exhibition Buildings complex was requisitioned by the Royal Australian Air Force and used as a barracks and training facility. By 1942 more than 2000 men of the RAAF had been stationed there, alongside members of the Women’s Auxiliary Australian Air Force.Brown timber frame and cream coloured mount containing photograph of large group of airmen Plaque -RAAF Radio & Radar Trainee Mechanics 1941-42 at Exhibition Building Melbourneraaf, radio & radar, exhibition building, melbourne, ww2 -
Robin Boyd FoundationLetter, National Capital Development Commission, 14.09.1970
... Killeen, Secretary and Manager of National Capital Development Commission, is an invitation to Robin Boyd to join the judging panel for a competition for a memorial to activities of the Royal Australian Air Force over the past 50 years. The letter also discusses financial recompense. ...Killeen, Secretary and Manager of National Capital Development Commission, is an invitation to Robin Boyd to join the judging panel for a competition for a memorial to activities of the Royal Australian Air Force over the past 50 years. The letter also discusses financial recompense. ...This letter from Mr L.R. Killeen, Secretary and Manager of National Capital Development Commission, is an invitation to Robin Boyd to join the judging panel for a competition for a memorial to activities of the Royal Australian Air Force over the past 50 years. The letter also discusses financial recompense. The background information concerning the project was enclosed, but has not been found in Robin Boyd's papers here. -
Wangaratta High SchoolD.S. Lade Commemorative Certificate, 1945
... S. Lade Royal Australian Air Force held in honour as one who served King and Country in the world war of 1939-1945 and gave his life to save mankind from tyranny. ...S. Lade Royal Australian Air Force held in honour as one who served King and Country in the world war of 1939-1945 and gave his life to save mankind from tyranny. ...Framed commemorative scroll with the royal coat of arms of the United Kingdom in the top centre, followed by text.This scroll commemorates flying Officer D. S. Lade Royal Australian Air Force held in honour as one who served King and Country in the world war of 1939-1945 and gave his life to save mankind from tyranny. May his sacrifice help to bring the peace and freedom for which he died. -
Warrnambool RSL Sub BranchTROUSERS - RAAF (Blue Grey) Uniform, Military Uniform, 1988
... Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) trousers- Blue Grey. ...Maker: Australian Government Clothing Factory Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) trousers- Blue Grey. ...This item of military uniform was worn by Squadron Leader (SQNLDR) Bernard Farley during his period of Full Time service in the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) between 27 January 1976 and 02 March 1997. Bernard joined the RAAF as an Airmen was trained and employed as a Clerk Supply (CLKSPL) between 1996 - 1977. He undertook officer cadet training at the Army Officer Cadet School in 1978 and was commissioned into the Ground Defence Category on the 09 December 1978, where he served for 18 years and rose to the rank of SQNLDR. Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) trousers- Blue Grey. This uniform was in the period 1966 - 2001 as the primary daily uniform in the office environment. Polyester working dress is approved for wear employed in office or business type environments. The trousers have a belted waist and zip front, with two slant side pockets, money fob pocket below the waist on right side and two rear slit pockets. The trouser leg is pleated at the waist belt in the front. Maker: Australian Government Clothing Factory -
Warrnambool RSL Sub BranchTROUSERS - RAAF (Blue Grey) Uniform, Military Uniform, 1995
... Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) trousers- Blue Grey. ...Maker: Australian Defence Industries Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) trousers- Blue Grey. ...This item of military uniform was worn by Squadron Leader (SQNLDR) Bernard Farley during his period of Full Time service in the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) between 27 January 1976 and 02 March 1997. Bernard joined the RAAF as an Airmen was trained and employed as a Clerk Supply (CLKSPL) between 1996 - 1977. He undertook officer cadet training at the Army Officer Cadet School in 1978 and was commissioned into the Ground Defence Category on the 09 December 1978, where he served for 18 years and rose to the rank of SQNLDR. Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) trousers- Blue Grey. This uniform was in the period 1966 - 2001 as the primary daily uniform in the office environment. Polyester working dress is approved for wear employed in office or business type environments. The trousers have a belted waist and zip front, with two slant side pockets, money fob pocket below the waist on right side and two rear slit pockets. The trouser leg is pleated at the waist belt in the front. Maker: Australian Defence Industries -
Warrnambool RSL Sub BranchPeaked Hat - RAAF (Blue Grey) Uniform, Military Uniform, Estimated early 1970's
... Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) Peaked Hat - Blue Grey. ...Maker: Australian Government Clothing Factory Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) Peaked Hat - Blue Grey. ...Issued to Aircraftsman Bernard Farley in 1976 as part of his initial issue of uniform on joining the Permanent Air ForceThis item of military uniform was worn by Squadron Leader (SQNLDR) Bernard Farley during his period of Full Time service in the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) between 27 January 1976 and 02 March 1997. Bernard joined the RAAF as an Airmen was trained and employed as a Clerk Supply (CLKSPL) between 1996 - 1977. He undertook officer cadet training at the Army Officer Cadet School in 1978 and was commissioned into the Ground Defence Category on the 09 December 1978, where he served for 18 years and rose to the rank of SQNLDR. Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) Peaked Hat - Blue Grey. This uniform was in the period 1966 - 2001 as the primary daily uniform in the office environment. Polyester working dress is approved for wear employed in office or business type environments. The trousers have a belted waist and zip front, with two slant side pockets, money fob pocket below the waist on right side and two rear slit pockets. The trouser leg is pleated at the waist belt in the front. Maker: Australian Government Clothing Factory -
Rutherglen Historical SocietyImage, c1950
... Addinsall Royal Australian Air Force held in honour as one who served King and Country in the world war of 1939-1945 and gave his life to save mankind from tyranny. ...Addinsall Royal Australian Air Force held in honour as one who served King and Country in the world war of 1939-1945 and gave his life to save mankind from tyranny. ...As this photograph and certificate were received by the Museum with a collection relating to the Rutherglen Timber Mill, it is believed that he was probably an employee there before his military service.Black and white portrait photograph of a young man in military uniform, and a memorial certificateText of memorial certificate: "This scroll commemorates Flight Sergeant G.W. Addinsall Royal Australian Air Force held in honour as one who served King and Country in the world war of 1939-1945 and gave his life to save mankind from tyranny. May his sacrifice help to bring the peace and freedom for which he died."industry, timber, timber mill, geoffrey william addinsall, world war 2, ww2, william addinsall, daisy addinsall, daisy bautovitch -
Warrnambool RSL Sub BranchKit bag, 1940s
... Born in Kensington on 23 August 1910, and enlisting in Melbourne at the age of 33 on 14 July 1944, Keith Arnel served in the Royal Australian Air Force. At the time of his discharge, Keith Arnel had become a Flying Officer with the Air Force Headquarters Telecommunications Unit. ...Born in Kensington on 23 August 1910, and enlisting in Melbourne at the age of 33 on 14 July 1944, Keith Arnel served in the Royal Australian Air Force. At the time of his discharge, Keith Arnel had become a Flying Officer with the Air Force Headquarters Telecommunications Unit. ...This kit bag belonged to Keith Litchfield Arnel. Born in Kensington on 23 August 1910, and enlisting in Melbourne at the age of 33 on 14 July 1944, Keith Arnel served in the Royal Australian Air Force. At the time of his discharge, Keith Arnel had become a Flying Officer with the Air Force Headquarters Telecommunications Unit. Keith Arnel had two service numbers, VX68230 and 129880.Blue-grey kit bag, cylindrical in shape, constructed of one circlular piece at base with rectangular piece forming sides. Open at one end and fastened with a cream cord drawstring threaded through metal eyelets and fastened with a brass D shaped ring threaded through two eyelets. Inscriptions in cream-white paint on side of bag. One D ring attached to the circular base, possibly for the purpose of attaching a strap to form a duffle bag.Inscribed on side of bag “K.L.ARNEL/R.A.A.F./129880”kit bag, duffle, luggage -
Bendigo Military MuseumCertificate - VOLUNTEER AIR OBSERVERS CORPS, WW2, McLaren & Co. Pty Ltd, c.1944
... From the top, design includes two aircraft with a man and a woman positioned between two flags - Union Jack and Australian - with the words "FOR KING AND EMPIRE" above Royal Australian Air Force insignia. Dark cream columns with pale blue surround frame and the details. ...From the top, design includes two aircraft with a man and a woman positioned between two flags - Union Jack and Australian - with the words "FOR KING AND EMPIRE" above Royal Australian Air Force insignia. Dark cream columns with pale blue surround frame and the details. ...Certificate issued to Ruby Adeline GRAY.Certificate - coloured print on cream paper. From the top, design includes two aircraft with a man and a woman positioned between two flags - Union Jack and Australian - with the words "FOR KING AND EMPIRE" above Royal Australian Air Force insignia. Dark cream columns with pale blue surround frame and the details. Black, blue and red coloured lettering with handwritten details completed. Two red and gold "ONE YEARS SERVICE" stickers attached to right of "VOLUNTEER AIR OBSERVER CORPS" insignia.Handwritten details on certificate - black ink pen "R.A. GRAY/ 28th/ SEPTEMBER 45/ G. Jones / W.D. Heath EL".certificate, volunteer air observers corps, ww2 -
Frankston RSL Sub Branch
Cap, RAAF Peaked
... A standard issue Royal Australian Air Force dark blue peaked cap with woven black hat band and patent leather black chin strap secured by gilded buttons with RAAF insignia. ...Frankston RSL Sub Branch 183 Cranbourne Road Frankston mornington-peninsula raaf air force australian late 1960s The manufacturers label stamp has the following: "EMERCO, MELBOURNE 361218, MADE IN AUSTRALIA, MADE EXPRESSLY FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF SUPPLY, 1968-69, A^F, SIZE 6.7/8 L3/805, ALL SIZES L3/813" The serviceman has written his name on the inside of the leather sweatband, F/SGT COOK, service number A22582. A standard issue Royal ...A standard issue Royal Australian Air Force dark blue peaked cap with woven black hat band and patent leather black chin strap secured by gilded buttons with RAAF insignia. The sweatband is made of brown leather and the inside of the cap is lined with blue silk like material with a clear plastic protective cover. The plastic protector is stamped with manufacturers details including size, etc. The serviceman has written his name and service number on the inside of the leather sweatband. The manufacturers label stamp has the following: "EMERCO, MELBOURNE 361218, MADE IN AUSTRALIA, MADE EXPRESSLY FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF SUPPLY, 1968-69, A^F, SIZE 6.7/8 L3/805, ALL SIZES L3/813" The serviceman has written his name on the inside of the leather sweatband, F/SGT COOK, service number A22582.raaf, air force, australian, late 1960s, -
National Vietnam Veterans Museum (NVVM)Clothing - Survival vest
... Item worn by Corporal Fred Barber, Air Defence Guard (ADG) royal Australian Air Force, who served at Base Squadron Ubon 1967-8 and with No.1 Operational Support Unit 1971-2. ...Item worn by Corporal Fred Barber, Air Defence Guard (ADG) royal Australian Air Force, who served at Base Squadron Ubon 1967-8 and with No.1 Operational Support Unit 1971-2. ...Item worn by Corporal Fred Barber, Air Defence Guard (ADG) royal Australian Air Force, who served at Base Squadron Ubon 1967-8 and with No.1 Operational Support Unit 1971-2. Air Defence Guards were responsible for protecting RAAF assets. During the war in Vietnam, many also served as door gunners on UH-1 Iroquois helicopters with RAAF no. 9 Squadron.Khaki mesh and cloth pilot's vest with five pockets on front, fastened with domes - various sizes. Two pockets on front are fastened with zips. Vest is fastened with zipper down front, three pockets fastened with domes at side of back, and one large pocket on back has a velcro fastenerVest - Survival mesh net. Size medium - Rest of label too faint to read. "Barber" written in black textavest, survival, raaf, adg, barber, -
8th/13th Victorian Mounted Rifles Regimental CollectionMedal - Pritchard World War Two group
... Warships of the Royal Navy and aircraft of the Royal Air Force escorted these convoys, hunted the U-boats and, despite some notable successes by the U-boats, eventually won a comprehensive victory in the Atlantic. ...Warships of the Royal Navy and aircraft of the Royal Air Force escorted these convoys, hunted the U-boats and, despite some notable successes by the U-boats, eventually won a comprehensive victory in the Atlantic. ...The Atlantic Star was instituted in May 1945 to honour those who took part in the Battle of the Atlantic and was intended primarily for award to those who served in shipping convoys and their escorts and anti-submarine forces, as well as to those who served on fast merchant ships which sailed alone. The Battle of the Atlantic took place between 3 September 1939 and 8 May 1945, as German U-boats attacked convoys transporting vital supplies from America and the Colonies to Britain. Warships of the Royal Navy and aircraft of the Royal Air Force escorted these convoys, hunted the U-boats and, despite some notable successes by the U-boats, eventually won a comprehensive victory in the Atlantic. Group of three World War Two medals awarded to J Pritchard Merchant Navy: Atlantic Star, Pacific Star and Australian Service Medal 39-45.atlantic, merchant navy, world war two, wwii -
Moorabbin Air Museum
Equipment (item) - Graviscope for Lincoln (Australian) RAAF Ident No G6C/3972, Graviscope for Lincoln
... The Lincoln was used by both the RAAF and the Royal Air Force in operations against Malayan Communist terrorists during the Malayan Emergency, 1948-1960. ...The Lincoln was used by both the RAAF and the Royal Air Force in operations against Malayan Communist terrorists during the Malayan Emergency, 1948-1960. ...Description White plastic doubled sided Graviscope stored in protective leather carry case. Case is fitted with pair of press studs, pocket in front for holding instructions and is stamped "Graviscope / for / Lincoln / (Australian) / Manufactured by / Melb > W & G < Aust / R.A.A.F / Ident. No G6C/3972". Plastic graviscope consists of a 277mm white disc, printed on both sides, overlaid on one side by a 224mm disc and the other side by a 175mm disc. All discs located by central screw, to which is attached a 160mm long x 25mm wide clear celluloid strip. History / Summary The graviscope is a computing device, which in aircraft was used for measuring the centre of gravity in an aircraft. This would vary depending on crew, bomb load, fuel and stores carried. It was used in the British designed but Australian manufactured, Government Aircraft Factory (GAF) Lincoln heavy bomber, which was operated by the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) in the years following the Second World War. This aircraft was originally a derivative of the famous Avro Lancaster bomber. The Lincoln was used by both the RAAF and the Royal Air Force in operations against Malayan Communist terrorists during the Malayan Emergency, 1948-1960. This graviscope is of the type designed for and used by RAAF and RAF aircrew who operated this aircraft.Many by W and G Australia -
Mission to Seafarers VictoriaFunctional object - Calendar frontispiece, The Mission Boat on her Rounds, early to mid 20th C
... Having served in the Royal Air Force in the First World War, reaching the rank of Captain, Turner worked as a war artist during 1939-45. ...Having served in the Royal Air Force in the First World War, reaching the rank of Captain, Turner worked as a war artist during 1939-45. ..."Charles E. Turner was an artist who exhibited at the Royal Academy in London, and specialised in landscape and marine views. Having served in the Royal Air Force in the First World War, reaching the rank of Captain, Turner worked as a war artist during 1939-45. Turner painted pictures of the Queen Mary and Queen Elizabeth for Cunard, which were made into a series of popular postcards. He also designed for Churchill Cigar Boxes, and, alongside paintings demonstrating his first-hand experience of combat, produced illustrations for Illustrated London News and Sphere magazines. Many of his oil and watercolour paintings of the two World Wars are preserved in the collection of the National Maritime Museum, London, and at the Imperial War Museum, London." (The National Archives UK)Representative and promotional example of service by MTS to the variety of ships visiting ports in the first half of the 20th C. Cardboard frontispiece of a calendar published by the Missions to Seamen. A colour painting titled "Mission Boat on her Rounds" by artist Charles E. Turner, represents an imaginary image of the mission boat with the Flying Angel flag sailing towards several ships.Written in pencil at the back: "With best wishes from the Chaplain and the LHL Guild"calendar, frontispiece, charles e. turner (1883-1965), hlg, harbour lights guild, mtsuk -
Woodend RSLFlying Log Book, Observer’s Air Gunner’s and W/T Operator’s Flying Log Book
... Blue book - FORM A.73 (June, 1938). Royal Australian Air Force. Observer’s Air Gunner’s and W/T Operator’s Flying Log Book. ...The Flying Log Book provides a complete record of Lindsay Fankhauser including flying hours, qualifications, annual reports, photographs of crew and aircraft from 1966 until 1974. fankhauser raaf flying log book vietnam a.73 Blue book - FORM A.73 (June, 1938). Royal Australian Air Force. Observer’s Air Gunner’s and W/T Operator’s Flying Log Book. ...The Flying Log Book was used by A315699 Lindsay William Fankhauser from qualifying as a helicopter crewman on 9 Dec 66 until a new Flight Log Book was issued on 15 Feb 74. The Lindsay Fankhauser lived in Gisborne and was a member of the Vietnam Veterans Association based at Woodend RSL. The Flying Log Book provides a complete record of Lindsay Fankhauser including flying hours, qualifications, annual reports, photographs of crew and aircraft from 1966 until 1974.Blue book held within a brown leather bookcover. Book cover closed with Velcro Strip. Blue book containing flight information, qualifications, posting locations, pasted in photographs. Brown cover with indentity label with name of owner enclosed in plastic cover. Blue book mounted in middle of brown cover with cover closed by overlapping.Blue book - FORM A.73 (June, 1938). Royal Australian Air Force. Observer’s Air Gunner’s and W/T Operator’s Flying Log Book. Name FANKHAUSER.L.W. (on a dymo label). Leather Cover - Aircrew wings for Aircrew members (wreath of wattle surmounted by crown, letter C inside wreath, single wing on right hand side) /LINDSAY FANKHAUSER/ RAAFfankhauser, raaf, flying log book, vietnam, a.73 -
Ballarat Clarendon CollegePainting, framed, John Stanley Walker (1941py)
... The Australian War Memorial provides the following details about John Stanley Walker: Service number: 418494 Rank: Flight Sergeant Unit: 1 Service Flying Training School Point Cook Service: Royal Australian Air Force Conflict: 1939-1945 Date of death: 23 January 1943 Place of death: Victoria Cause of death: Accidental Source: AWM148 Roll of Honour cards, 1939-1945 War, Air Force ....Ballarat Clarendon College 1425 Sturt Street Ballarat goldfields The Australian War Memorial provides the following details about John Stanley Walker: Service number: 418494 Rank: Flight Sergeant Unit: 1 Service Flying Training School Point Cook Service: Royal Australian Air Force Conflict: 1939-1945 Date of death: 23 January 1943 Place of death: Victoria Cause of death: Accidental Source: AWM148 Roll of Honour cards, 1939-1945 War, Air Force . 1943 ballarat college world war 2 john stanley walker r a a f w w 2 Signed in front bottom left: 'Jos. ...The Australian War Memorial provides the following details about John Stanley Walker: Service number: 418494 Rank: Flight Sergeant Unit: 1 Service Flying Training School Point Cook Service: Royal Australian Air Force Conflict: 1939-1945 Date of death: 23 January 1943 Place of death: Victoria Cause of death: Accidental Source: AWM148 Roll of Honour cards, 1939-1945 War, Air Force .Oil painting on plyboard, framed with stained pine. Features head and shoulders of John Stanley Walker in RAAF uniform with cap.Signed in front bottom left: 'Jos. Schwarcz / Albury / 1943'1943, ballarat college, world war 2, john stanley walker, r a a f, w w 2 -
Bendigo Military MuseumFinancial record - PAY BOOKS, RAAF, c. 1942-1946
... Front shows Royal Australian Air Force and stamped. 2. Similar to the above but headed continuation and canvas cover is now green. ...Front shows Royal Australian Air Force and stamped. 2. Similar to the above but headed continuation and canvas cover is now green. ..."George Wallace Bell" 53081.RAAF. Refer Cat No. 10663.2 for his service details.1. Blue booklet with canvas cover containing instructions and financial records inside from period Apr 42 to Apr 45. Also contains personal details of name and enlistment. Front shows Royal Australian Air Force and stamped. 2. Similar to the above but headed continuation and canvas cover is now green. Covers April 45 to Feb 46. Each page is stamped. Picture of bell inside cover. 3. Brown coloured stamped addressed envelope with some pencilled calculations on back.1. Stamped "No 90002" and "Cancelled" on every page. Name, No. on front and all pages. Titled Members pay book. 2. Stamped "No. 315482" and cancelled/discharged on front and all pages inside. On front says continuation.raaf, financial record, george wallace bell -
Bendigo Military MuseumUniform - UNIFORM, RAAF, 1982-1992
... All Seasons Uniform .1) Jacket - Cotton, blue, 4 large gold metal buttons, 2 small gold metal buttons, metal crown and eagle badges on both collar lapel, service ribbons, rank insignia, "ROYAL AUSTRALIAN AIR FORCE", embroidered crown and 3 chevrons on upper sleeves. .2) Trousers - Cotton, blue .3) Shirt - Polyester, light blue, epaulettes with AUSTRALIA embroidered, crown and chevrons, service ribbons .4) Tie - Polyester, navy blue .5) Belt - Polyester, black...Bending uniforms - military airforce All Seasons Uniform .1) Jacket - Cotton, blue, 4 large gold metal buttons, 2 small gold metal buttons, metal crown and eagle badges on both collar lapel, service ribbons, rank insignia, "ROYAL AUSTRALIAN AIR FORCE", embroidered crown and 3 chevrons on upper sleeves. .2) Trousers - Cotton, blue .3) Shirt - Polyester, light blue, epaulettes with AUSTRALIA embroidered, crown and chevrons, service ribbons .4) Tie - Polyester, navy blue .5) Belt - Polyester, black Uniform UNIFORM, RAAF Australian Government Uniform Factory ...RAAF "All Seasons" 1972 uniform replaced the old dark navy blue Uniform belonged to Flight Sgt. D. Bending All Seasons Uniform .1) Jacket - Cotton, blue, 4 large gold metal buttons, 2 small gold metal buttons, metal crown and eagle badges on both collar lapel, service ribbons, rank insignia, "ROYAL AUSTRALIAN AIR FORCE", embroidered crown and 3 chevrons on upper sleeves. .2) Trousers - Cotton, blue .3) Shirt - Polyester, light blue, epaulettes with AUSTRALIA embroidered, crown and chevrons, service ribbons .4) Tie - Polyester, navy blue .5) Belt - Polyester, blackuniforms - military, airforce -
Frankston RSL Sub Branch
Hat, RAAF (female), 1970s
... Standard issue Royal Australian Air Force female officer's cap. The crown is light blue and the brim is dark blue. ...Frankston RSL Sub Branch 183 Cranbourne Road Frankston mornington-peninsula hat headwear headgear women Standard issue Royal Australian Air Force female officer's cap. The crown is light blue and the brim is dark blue. ...Standard issue Royal Australian Air Force female officer's cap. The crown is light blue and the brim is dark blue. The brim, which is stiffened and has several rows of top stitching around it, is turned up at the back. The hat has a detachable band that attaches to the back of the crown with black Velcro. The inside crown is lined with silver coloured nylon cloth and has a black sweatband. A label on the inside of the hat gives manufacturer information. A thin piece of black elastic is secured on either side of the hat to help secure it to the head.hat, headwear, headgear, women -
Montmorency–Eltham RSL Sub BranchUniform - Jacket, Service Dress RAAF, 1972
... At the top of each sleeve there is a woven insignia of the Royal Australian Air force. It has 4 larger gold RAAF buttons and 2 smaller gold buttons on the front chest pockets. ...At a later date he served on the Montmorency Eltham RSL committee. raaf john haines squadron leader Silver badge with the name “Haines” Ribbon markings from left to right Australian Service Medal, Defence Force Service Medal, RAAF Long Service Medal, UNEF II (Egypt and Israel) Squadron Leader’s Service Dress Jacket made of blue wool polyester blend with a blue rayon lining. At the top of each sleeve there is a woven insignia of the Royal ...This uniform belongs to RAAF Squadron Leader John Haines. The decoration and campaign medals are the Australian Service Medal, Defence Force Service Medal, RAAF Long Service Medals and the UNEF II (Egypt and Israel)John Haines was the President of the Eltham RSL prior to its closing in 2010. At a later date he served on the Montmorency Eltham RSL committee.Squadron Leader’s Service Dress Jacket made of blue wool polyester blend with a blue rayon lining. At the top of each sleeve there is a woven insignia of the Royal Australian Air force. It has 4 larger gold RAAF buttons and 2 smaller gold buttons on the front chest pockets. The jacket has two pockets on the lower half of the jacket. On each lower sleeve there is a Squadron Leaders rank insignia. Above the right pocket there is silver name tag. Above the left pocket there is a ribbon of campaign medals.Silver badge with the name “Haines” Ribbon markings from left to right Australian Service Medal, Defence Force Service Medal, RAAF Long Service Medal, UNEF II (Egypt and Israel)raaf, john haines, squadron leader -
Bendigo Military MuseumBook - W.A.A.A.F., WWII, W.A.A.A.F, "THEY WROTE IT THEMSELVES", 1946 (First Edition)
... Words "ROYAL AUSTRALIAN AIR FORCE/ PER AUSTRA ARDUA-AD". 72 pages, cut plain, off white paper. ...Words "ROYAL AUSTRALIAN AIR FORCE/ PER AUSTRA ARDUA-AD". 72 pages, cut plain, off white paper. ..."A BOOK OF THE W.A.A.A.F."Hard cover book with dustcover. Hard cover - cardboard with mid blue colour paper. White print on front and spine. Dustcover - mid blue colour paper with yellow and blue colour print on front and spine. Front Illustration: RAAF Badge with Kings Crown and Flying Eag;e. Words "ROYAL AUSTRALIAN AIR FORCE/ PER AUSTRA ARDUA-AD". 72 pages, cut plain, off white paper. Illustrated with black and white photographs and sketches. Front end paper - handwritten owner details.Handwritten - black ink pen. "Jean I. Hutcheson/ June 1946".publications, books, military history, raaf, waaaf, wwii -
Moorabbin Air MuseumBadge (item), Military Medal Ribbon, Australian Service Medal 1939-45
... The colours represent the different branches of the Imperial Defence Force: Khaki for the Australian Army, dark blue for the Royal Australian Navy, light blue for the Royal Australian Air Force, and red for the Merchant Navy. ...The colours represent the different branches of the Imperial Defence Force: Khaki for the Australian Army, dark blue for the Royal Australian Navy, light blue for the Royal Australian Air Force, and red for the Merchant Navy. ... -
Dandenong/Cranbourne RSL Sub BranchMemorabilia, Aircraft propeller
... The Stinson L - 5 Sentinel was a World War 11- era liaison aircraft used by the United States Army Air Forces, U.S Army Ground Forces, U>S Marine Corps and the British Royal Air Force. It was produced by the Stinson Division of the Vultee Aircraft Company (Consolidated - Vultee from mid- 1943). ...Dandenong/Cranbourne RSL Sub Branch 44 – 50 Clow Street Dandenong melbourne The Stinson L - 5 Sentinel was a World War 11- era liaison aircraft used by the United States Army Air Forces, U.S Army Ground Forces, U>S Marine Corps and the British Royal Air Force. It was produced by the Stinson Division of the Vultee Aircraft Company (Consolidated - Vultee from mid- 1943). ...The Stinson L - 5 Sentinel was a World War 11- era liaison aircraft used by the United States Army Air Forces, U.S Army Ground Forces, U>S Marine Corps and the British Royal Air Force. It was produced by the Stinson Division of the Vultee Aircraft Company (Consolidated - Vultee from mid- 1943). Capable of operating from short unimproved airstrips the L - 5 Sentinel delivered personnel, intelligence, and supplies to the front line. On return flights it carried wounded soldiers who were evacuated to rear area field hospitals for treatment. The L - 5 carried a pilot and observer. It had a length of 24.1 feet, wingspan of 34 feet, It had a maximum speed of 130 mph, a cruise speed of 100 mph with a range of 375 miles.The L - 5 was a significant asset to the allied war effort.Wooden propeller from Lycoming engine, with photograph of aircraft. Stinson L 5 Sentinal reconnaissance plane used in Korea and Vietnam. Propeller displayed from a similar plane. -
Lara RSL Sub BranchFA/-18 Hornet Jet Fighter
... The Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) has operated McDonnell Douglas F/A-18 Hornet fighter aircraft since 1984. ...Lara RSL Sub Branch McClelland Ave Lara The Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) has operated McDonnell Douglas F/A-18 Hornet fighter aircraft since 1984. ...The Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) has operated McDonnell Douglas F/A-18 Hornet fighter aircraft since 1984. The Australian Government purchased 75 "A" and "B" variants of the F/A-18 in 1981 to replace the RAAF's Dassault Mirage III fighters. The Hornets entered service with the RAAF between 1984 and 1990, and 71 remain in operation as of 2017. The other four Hornets were destroyed in flying accidents during the late 1980s and early 1990s.F/A-18 Hornet Jet Fighter replaced the Mirage Jet Fighter. Still in service in 2018.Framed PictureNILf/a-18 hornet jet fighter raaf -
Australian Commando Association - VictoriaMedal - War Medal- William Alsop 2/10 Commando Squadron, c. 1945
... The riband is 32 millimetres wide with a 5½ millimetres wide Army red band, a 3 millimetres wide navy blue band, a 6 millimetres wide dark green band, a 3 millimetres wide yellow band, a 6 millimetres wide dark green band, a 3 millimetres wide Royal Air Force blue band and a 5½ millimetres wide Army red band. ...The riband is 32 millimetres wide with a 5½ millimetres wide Army red band, a 3 millimetres wide navy blue band, a 6 millimetres wide dark green band, a 3 millimetres wide yellow band, a 6 millimetres wide dark green band, a 3 millimetres wide Royal Air Force blue band and a 5½ millimetres wide Army red band. ...This object was issued to William Donald Alsop for his service in the 2/10 Commando Squadron during the Second World War.This object displays Historic Significance through its connection with William Donald Alsop, his service in the 2/10 Command Squadron and World War Two.The War Medal 1939-45 is cupro-nickel with the crowned effigy of King George VI on the obverse. The reverse has a lion standing on a fallen dragon. The top of the reverse shows the dates 1939 and 1945. The riband is 32 millimetres wide with a 5½ millimetres wide Army red band, a 3 millimetres wide navy blue band, a 6 millimetres wide dark green band, a 3 millimetres wide yellow band, a 6 millimetres wide dark green band, a 3 millimetres wide Royal Air Force blue band and a 5½ millimetres wide Army red band. The forests and beaches of the Pacific are represented by the dark green and yellow bands respectively, while the Royal Navy and Merchant Navy, the Armies and the Air Forces are represented by the dark blue, red and light blue bands respectively.On front of medal, above the lion: 1939/1945 On reverse of medal, in a circle around the outside: GEORGIVS VI G. BR. OMN. REX ET INDIAE IMP:alsop, second world war, ww2, wwii, world war two, australian commando -
Ithacan Historical SocietyPhotograph, Dennis Varigos in his pharmacy
... At the start of the Second World War, he enlisted in the Australian Army and then transferred to the Royal Australian Air Force where he served from 1940 - 1946. ...At the start of the Second World War, he enlisted in the Australian Army and then transferred to the Royal Australian Air Force where he served from 1940 - 1946. ...In the photograph, Dennis Varigos is photographed in his Richmond pharmacy with his grandson. At the start of the Second World War, he enlisted in the Australian Army and then transferred to the Royal Australian Air Force where he served from 1940 - 1946. Upon his return, Dennis was granted entry into the Pharmacy College under the Returned Soldiers Repatriation Educational Scheme. He completed his degree and started a successful pharmacy career with businesses in Collins Street, and other pharmacies in Richmond and Prahran. A coloured photograph of a man holding a little child in a pharmacy shop. -
Bendigo Military MuseumCertificate - VOLUNTEER AIR OBSERVERS CORPS, FRAMED, McLaren & Co. Pty Ltd, c.1944
... From the top the design includes two aircraft with a man and women positioned between two flags - Union Jack and Australian flags, the words ' “FOR KING AND COUNTRY” above Royal Australian Air Force insignia. Dark Cream columns with pale blue surround frame the details. ...From the top the design includes two aircraft with a man and women positioned between two flags - Union Jack and Australian flags, the words ' “FOR KING AND COUNTRY” above Royal Australian Air Force insignia. Dark Cream columns with pale blue surround frame the details. ...Details provided by donor. "Presented to Sidney Thomas Ievers in June 1944/ My father in addition to being an observer was in charge of rostering the volunteers/ who manned the Poppet Legs in Bendigo during WW2./ Their job was not to watch for enemy planes but also to ensure that Bendigo/ was in complete black out, no chinks of light to be seen from any window".Certificate - coloured print on cream paper. From the top the design includes two aircraft with a man and women positioned between two flags - Union Jack and Australian flags, the words ' “FOR KING AND COUNTRY” above Royal Australian Air Force insignia. Dark Cream columns with pale blue surround frame the details. Black, blue and red coloured lettering with handwritten details completed. Frame - timber with dark brown paint and decorative moulding. Glass front, brown paper and cardboard backing. Mount - black colour cardboard with inner red colour mount Handwritten details on certificate, dark blue and black ink pen. "S.T. Ievers/ 1944/ G.Jones/ W.D. Heath S/R".framed accessories, certificate, volunteer air observers corps, ww2 -
Frankston RSL Sub Branch
Cap, RAAF Peaked
... A standard issue Royal Australian Air Force mid blue peaked cap with woven black hat band and patent leather black chin strap secured by gilded buttons with RAAF insignia. ...Frankston RSL Sub Branch 183 Cranbourne Road Frankston mornington-peninsula raaf air force australia early 1970s queens crown badge The manufacturers label stamp has the following: "MOUNTCASTLE PTY LTD, South Brisbane, QUEENSLAND, 1972, 7, ^" The serviceman has written his name on the inside of the leather sweatband, K. I. Fraser. A standard issue Royal ...A standard issue Royal Australian Air Force mid blue peaked cap with woven black hat band and patent leather black chin strap secured by gilded buttons with RAAF insignia. A silvered metal Other Rank's RAAF badge is attached to the front of the hat band. The sweatband is made of brown leather and the inside of the cap is lined with blue silk like material with a clear plastic protective cover. The protective lining is stamped with manufacturers details including size, etc. The serviceman has written his name and service number on the inside of the leather sweatband. The manufacturers label stamp has the following: "MOUNTCASTLE PTY LTD, South Brisbane, QUEENSLAND, 1972, 7, ^" The serviceman has written his name on the inside of the leather sweatband, K. I. Fraser. raaf, air force, australia, early 1970s, queens crown badge,
