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Montmorency/Eltham RSL Sub Branch
Container - Water bottle, Australian, WW2, 1942
Owned by William Albert HARRISON (Service Number VX41478; above Link ["WW2 Record"] indicates that Rank on Discharge was Cpl, but other AIF documents, from National Archives Australia [including Proceedings of Discharge - see pdf Media File above], indicate that he was Sergeant, which is consistent with the rank on this jacket). Name not written on item but known to be part of set which includes slouch hat, which does contain the name, and other related items which include Service Number, verifying identity. See further service details in "Links" above. Soldier's name known. Items donated (date unknown) by brother-in-law who was living in Montmorency and was a committee member of MERSL when item donated.Australian WW2 blue enamel 2 pint water bottle with cork and metal stopper. Wool felt cover and leather 1903 Pattern carrier. Cork and metal stopper is attached with twine sewn to the cover.D^D KH 1942 G^ QP D^D KH 1942 Acceptance mark G^ -
Montmorency/Eltham RSL Sub Branch
Uniform - Gaiter
This pattern of gaiter was worn by US troops during WW2. These particular gaiters were shortened by Australian troops and used in the New Guinea theatre of operations.US M1938 Canvas Gaiter (Right), khaki with leather laces and hoop and loop fastening. Webbing strap and brass buckle. Shortened for use by Australian troops in New GuineaLangdon Tent & Awning Co. 2 Rgaiters -
Montmorency/Eltham RSL Sub Branch
Accessory - Gaiter, Patt. '37 W.E, Gaiter, 1942
Owned by William Albert HARRISON (Service Number VX41478; above Link ["WW2 Record"] indicates that Rank on Discharge was Cpl, but other AIF documents, from National Archives Australia [including Proceedings on Discharge - see pdf Media File above], indicate that he was Sergeant). Soldier's name known. Items donated (date unknown) by brother-in-law who was living in Montmorency and was a committee member of MERSL when item donated.Gaiter webbing, Australian Commonwealth Military Forces. Hand-written name ("W. A. HARRISON") and service number (VX41478) JJ 1942 size 2 -
Montmorency/Eltham RSL Sub Branch
Uniform - Gaiter
This pattern of gaiter was worn by US troops during WW2. These particular gaiters were shortened by Australian troops and used in the New Guinea theatre of operations.US M1938 Canvas Gaiter (Left), khaki with leather laces and hoop and loop fastening. Webbing strap and brass buckle. Shortened for use by Australian troops in New GuineaLangdon Tent & Awning Co. 2 Rgaiters -
Montmorency/Eltham RSL Sub Branch
Document - Identity Card for Keith Richard Faulks
Identification card from British Commonwealth forces KoreaCream cardboard Identification Card stamped Temporary No A003610Name K R Faulks Rank Pte, Number 1/1096 and signed K R Faulks on back of card Nationality Australian, date of birth 24 Feb 1930, Identify Card Number A003610, date of issue 15th June 54 and signed by Issuing Officer Capt Adjt, 1 Rft Holding Unit -
Montmorency/Eltham RSL Sub Branch
Certificate - Framed Certificate - National Flag flown in the House of Representatives Chamber in Canberra, 22June 1999, for presentation to Montmorency R.S.L
This certificate was presented to Montmorency R.S.L Sub Branch Inc with the Australian National Flag by the Speaker of the House of Representatives Neil Andrew on 22nd June 1999Black wood frame with gold inner trim with glassCertificate reads This is to certify that the Australian National Flag accompanying this certificate was flown in the House of Representatives Chamber at Canberra on 22 June 1999 for presentation to Montmorency R.S.L. Sub Branch Inc signed by Speaker of the House of Representatives Back of frame GOV 22/6/99certificate, house of representatives, canberra, australian, flag, coat of arms -
Montmorency/Eltham RSL Sub Branch
Memorabilia - Frame Photos and badges of Keith Richard Faulks
Black plastic frame with 3 badges 2 beer labels 1 Beer coupon and two photos of soldiers drinking beerMaterial badge of Australian Military Forces, Material badge of British Forces Commonwealth, Material badge with crown and commonwealth. Paper label from Asahi Beer and Kirin Brewery Company Lager Beer. Paper coupon from Asahi Beer Hall. 2 photos of soldiers with beer -
Montmorency/Eltham RSL Sub Branch
Souvenir - Port Bottle (Imitation "Nato Round")
Stamped with name of soldier Ceramic container in shape of "Rimless Nato Round" Lid in shape of bullet "Rising Sun" badge with various inscriptions below and at rear"THE AUSTRALIAN ARMY" badge (below) The 7.62mm Rimless Nato Round CPL DELANEY R.J. A223121 1 DSU 1969-1970 (Side, Stamp indicating contents) PORT MT AITKEN ESTATES VICTORIA 375 ml - 18% alc vol (Underside, indented) F4 84 MF (Rear) Detailed background story of the "7.62mm Round" -
Montmorency/Eltham RSL Sub Branch
Flag - Australian National Flag
Presented with Cerificate from the Speaker of the House of Representatives Neil Andrews on June 22nd 1999The flag has three elements on a blue background: the Union Jack, the Commonwealth Star and the Southern Cross. ... Below the Union Jack is a white Commonwealth, or Federation, star. It has seven points representing the unity of the six states and the territories of the Commonwealth of Australia.polyester, australian, flag, national -
Montmorency/Eltham RSL Sub Branch
Uniform - Hat Utility, Green (Giggle Hat), 1978
Hat Utility, Jungle Green known by Australian soldiers colloquially as a Giggle Hat.(Patch inside) A.G.C.F. 1978 SIZE 54 8405 66 021 3023 NO. NAME (Separate patch sewn on) AMY BROWN -
Montmorency/Eltham RSL Sub Branch
Uniform - Shirt, Australian Army, Jungle Green, 1983
Jungle Green Shirt(Patch inside neck at back) A.G.C.F. VICTORIA 1983 SIZE 39/84 8405.66.093.2435 NAME "RSM" (hand written in red felt pen) -
Montmorency/Eltham RSL Sub Branch
Weapon - Sword-Bayonet, 1943
1943 Australian made bayonet numbered to rifle D98543Sword-Bayonet, pattern 1907 Mark 1 Steel blade with coachwood grips secured by two steel grip screws and nutsD98543 on pommel 1907 8 '43 ^X OA -
Montmorency/Eltham RSL Sub Branch
Ephemera - Menu from S.S. New Australia
It was used on S S New Australia when our soldier Keith Richard Foulkes was returning back to Korea in 1954He was returning to service for the second timeCream coloured cardboard sheet with black writing and blue emblem with S S New Australia on globe of the world at the top of page. It has S S New Australia at top of sheet across a globe of the world with Australia at the front. Then there is a Breakfast menu then Lunch and then the Dinner menu at the bottom of the page it is dated Tuesday, 30th March 1954 -
Montmorency/Eltham RSL Sub Branch
Uniform - Naval Cap
White naval cap with blue tally-band around it and bow on side. Stitching at the front of blue band - words ‘HMAS Australia’. Two holes on either sides of cap for string to go through. Blue ribbon attached to inside. Also piece of string attached to inner cap. HMAS Australia in yellow stitching on blue tally-band at front of cap. 8 GD Inscribed in pen on inside material. -
Montmorency/Eltham RSL Sub Branch
Uniform - Brassard, Sleeve, Circa 1950
Identification brassard from 1st Commonwealth Division, KoreaDonated by: K R Faulks Rank Pte, Number 1/1096, date of birth 24 Feb 1930, Identify Card Number A003610Brassard - upper sleeve attachment for shirt, showing unit designationRoyal Australian Army Regiment Commonwealth Name K R Faulks Rank Pte, Number 1/1096 and signed K R Faulks on back of card Nationality Australian, date of birth 24 Feb 1930, Identify Card Number A003610, date of issue 15th June 54 and signed by Issuing Officer Capt Adjt, 1 Rft Holding Unitkorean war, brassard, royal australian army regiment, 1st commonwealth division, korea, australian army -
Montmorency/Eltham RSL Sub Branch
Booklet - IRAQ Handbook, February 2003
Ready reference handbook for Australian Defence Force personnel serving in Iraq.Ready reference handbook for Australian Defence Force serving in Iraq.Small rectangular printed spiral bound black and white unclassified Iraq handbook used as a ready reference for Australian Defence Force personnel sereving in Iraq. Handbook contains nine sections over 58 pages. Front and back clear plastic protective cover. Colour logo of the current Australian Defence Force on the front cover. Colour logo of the Australian Theatre Joint Intelligence Centre and date on back cover. Colour logo of the Australian Defence Force printed on the front cover. The words "Iraq Handbook" printed on front cover. Black printed rectangular line border on front cover. Black printed rectangular line border on back cover. The words "Printed February 2003" printed on back cover. Colour logo of the Australain Theatre Joint Intelligence Centre printed on back cover. The handbook contains a purpose page and nine sections of contents over 58 pages.iraq war. handbook. australian defence force. unclassified. -
Montmorency/Eltham RSL Sub Branch
Booklet - 60th Anniversary Booklet of the Korean War, 2011
Contains biography of a member of the (then) Montmorency Sub Branch - Stanley Connelly (dec.)20 page booklet containing summary of Australian involvement in the Korean War (2pp); short autobiographies of 8 veterans -
Montmorency/Eltham RSL Sub Branch
Equipment - Bandolier, Ammunition, 1966
Jungle Green 50 round bandolier (with strap and 2 brass rings as 'buckle') for holding up to 10 x 5-round charger clips (2 charger clips per pocket.) With 'Carr Fast Australia' snap fasteners. AUST/MK1 VQ 10/66 V -
Montmorency/Eltham RSL Sub Branch
Plaque, The Navel Crown motif is a post 1970 version
The HMAS Sydney (I) was a famous First World War warship. This crest is the official badge of the HMAS Sydeny (I), (II) and (III)A wooden plaque with decorative white, gold and coloured motifs, including a gold Mural crown, a red erect anchor with a red six pointed star above it, all surrounded by gold rope. Above the rope there is the word "Sydney" written in gold letters on a black scroll, with the Navel Crown motif above."Sydney" appears capitalised on the front of the plaque.hmas sydney, australian navy, war, ships, plaque, insignia, anchor -
Montmorency/Eltham RSL Sub Branch
Model - Sopwith Camel (scale model)
Painted to resemble the aircraft flown by Captain H. Watson of 4 Squadron AFC in mid 1918. Herbert Gilles Watson was the highest scoring New Zealand ace in the AFC. Credited with 14 victories, he was the fourth highest scorer in the squadron.1/32 scale model of a Sopwith Camel F.1 painted to resemble an aircraft of No. 4 Squadron Australian Flying Corps (AFC) on the Western Front in 1918. -
Montmorency/Eltham RSL Sub Branch
Uniform - Navy Cap, N/A
H.M.A.S Watson, navy cap. Cream cap with blue tally band around it and tied bow attached on side. Stitching at the front of blue band - words ‘H.M.A.S Watson’. Two holes on either sides of cap for string to go through. Blue ribbon attached to inside. Also piece of string attached to inner cap, coming off stitching on one side.H.M.A.S. Watson stiched in yellow stitching on blue band at front of cap. A B Young inscribed in pen on inside material in white. 5 also inscripted under A B Young with other text - nnoa? White label stiched inside - AGCF - Australian Government Clothing Factory, VIC RAN Size 6 7/8, Indent No. 8405.66.0756070 -
Montmorency/Eltham RSL Sub Branch
Instrument - Sight, Mortar, Mk1, 3 Inch, WWII, 1941
Manufactured during World War II Manufactured during WWIIWWII 3 inch Mortar sight, Mk1, Lensatic. Dark green coloured brass metal body with brass fittings. Aluminium coloured circular dial with black painted numeric (zero to 180 degrees) and alphabetic (left and right) markings. Silver coloured butterfly nut fitting on lower body for sliding clamp adjustment. Steel screws and nut fittings. Two clear glass levelling bubbles are provided. Left and right adjustment dials, locking clamp provided for fitting of sight to a circular post fitting.SAR 1941 24-36 DD02124-3 TO LOCK (with direction arrow) L R (with arrow point marking) 0 to 9 R 0 to 9 L 0 to 180 R 0 to 180 L 210 GRS SEC CHARGE II I MR 2454 graticule markings 1400 to 600 Graticule markings 2700 to 10003 inch, mortor, sight, australian defence forces, ww ii -
Montmorency/Eltham RSL Sub Branch
Souvenir - 38th Anniversary Bottle of Port commemorating the Battle of Kapyong, Korea, 1951, 1989
Black bottle with long neck, made of black glass with black metal screw top and label front and backKapyong 1989 is at top of label with emblem between, then 111, 38th year, Kapyong, Commemorative Port. 750 ml. Wine made in Australia. 18% Alc/vol. Mt Aitken Vineyard Gisborne Vic On the back of the bottle -
Montmorency/Eltham RSL Sub Branch
Model - P40E-1 Kittyhawk (scale model)
The original aircraft depicted was assigned to the US 5th Air Force, 49th Fighter Group, 9th fighter Squadron and flown by Lt. Reynold from May 1942 until early August 1942. The aircraft was nicknamed "Stardust". On 8th August 1942 this P40 was assigned to the Royal Australian Air Force as Kittyhawk A29-136 and assigned the code letter "N", retaining the "Stardust" nickname. This aircraft was often flown by Flying Officer Bruce Watson of 75 Squadron RAAF.1/48 plastic scale model of a P40E-1 Kittyhawk painted to represent 75 Squadron, Royal Australian Air Force in New Guinea in mid 1942.kittyhawk -
Montmorency/Eltham RSL Sub Branch
Plaque, H.M.A.S Maryborough Plaque
The HMAS Maryborough was a famous First World War warship and this crest is commonly associated with the ship.A wooden plaque with decorative motifs, including two mounted plaques - including a photo of the original Maryborough and a patchwork insignia/crest.This crest has the patchwork with the words HMAS Marynorough written in stitching under the patch and crown. H.M.A.S MARYBOROUGH 1941-1946 J195-B248 brass plaque on the front, mounted to wood. hmas maryborough, australian navy, war, ships, plaque, insignia, crest -
Montmorency/Eltham RSL Sub Branch
Model - Bristol Beaufighter (scale model)
The aircraft depicted is a DAP MK 21 Beaufighter of 93 Squadron RAAF. The squadron formed in January 1945 and was disbanded in August 1946. It saw little combat in WW2.1/72 scale model of a Bristol Beaufighter Mk 21 as built by the Australian Dept of Aircraft Production in 1944.beaufighter -
Montmorency/Eltham RSL Sub Branch
Equipment - Bandolier, Ammunition, Jungle Green, 1966
Jungle Green 50 round bandolier (with strap and 2 brass rings as 'buckle') for holding up to 10 x 5-round charger clips (2 charger clips per pocket.) With 'Carr Fast Australia' snap fasteners. AUST/MK1 CPI 6/67 N -
Montmorency/Eltham RSL Sub Branch
Uniform - Combat shirt
DCPU is a five colour camouflage pattern developed by the Australian Defence Force and tested during Auscamthe late 1970s. DCPU has been replaced in the Australian Army by Australian Multicam Camouflage Uniform (AMCU) Long sleeved Shirt with two pockets, epaulets on both shoulders, tightening tabs on cuffs. Material is Disruptive Pattern Camouflage Uniform (DCPU) nicknamed Auscam or Jelly Bean Camo. shirt, australian armed forces, auscam cammo, uniform -
Montmorency/Eltham RSL Sub Branch
Equipment - Case, Mortar Sight, 3 Inch, WWII
World War II Manufactured during WWIIDark brown rectangular stitched leather case with folding lid for a WWII 3 inch Mortar sight, Mk1, Lensatic. The folding lid has a leather strap and metal buckle to hold the lid closed. The leather case has a leather adjustable carrying strap with a metal buckle. Shaped leather covered wooden mounting supports are located inside the case. Leather covered padding is provided on the inside of the case lid.CASE 3 INCH stamped on case top. Other markings on the case top are illegible. White painted number 3 with a faded red background on the case lower front. White number 1.3 painted on case top.3 inch, mortor, wwii, australian defence forces, case, sight, leather -
Montmorency/Eltham RSL Sub Branch
Weapon - Sword, Samurai (Period Reproduction)
This is believed to be a period "reproduction" most likely made from a JEEP vehicle spring by Australian soldiers to sell as a souvenir. US soldiers were prime targets for this type of deception as they were known to pay a premium for "Japanese" samurai swords.Steel blade and wooden handleNone