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Geelong RSL Sub Branch
Plaque: The Royal British Legion, Ammo & Company
The Royal British Legion is a Charity providing support to members of the British Armed Forces and their Families. The Legion was formed on 15 May 1921 and combined four organizations that had been raised after WW1 into one, The Royal British Legion. There is a branch of The Royal British Legion in Melbourne and meets Monthly.This is an original item as presented to the Geelong RSL President.A framed Motto of the Royal British Legion, timber frame, silver coloured photograph.The Royal British Legion, Service Not Self, Teign Mouth Devon. Presented to Geelong RSL by Gordon Randell, Newquay Royal British Legion, Cornwall, UK, Presidentroyal, british, legion -
Ballarat RSL Sub-Branch Inc.
Picture - HMAS Ballarat
"Commissioned 26 June, 2004 Docklands, Melbourne"; Autographed - "To Ballarat RSL in appreciation of your Support, signed D J HUNTER, Commander RAN, Commanding Officer"photo/pictures, ballarat rsl, ballarat -
8th/13th Victorian Mounted Rifles Regimental Collection
Photograph
Colour photograph of section of Victorian Mounted Rifles Heritage Light Horse Troop waiting to join Australia Day Parade, Albury 1995. " Front L to R; G. Townsend President Albury RSL, Major R. Morrison. Rear; Cpl Morris, Tpr Whitehead, Tpr Walsh, Tpr Ellison -
Bendigo Military Museum
Photograph - PHOTOGRAPH, FRAMED, Ordnance Factory Bendigo, C.1986
This item is on display in the Bistro area of the Bendigo District RSL Havilah Road. Refer Cat No 8173.2 for an actual propellor in the same venue. Due to the position and light a good photo was not possible.Framed colour photo, brown timber frame with photo in a white inset, the photo shows a ships shaft and propellors under going a 300 hour spin test inthe Ordnance Factory Bendigo, under the photo is a description detail of the test procedure, where built and for which RAN ships.brsl, smirsl, bdrslinc -
Bendigo Military Museum
Badge - ANZAC DAY BADGE, C.2005
Item was put out by the Hearld Sun newspaper at $2.00 per with profits to the RSL Foundation. The badge commemorates 90 years of the landing 25.4.1915 and 60 years Anniversary of the end of WW2ANZAC Day badge on card complete in plastic wrapper, badge is plaque shaped with section at top with “Mateship”, centre has a colour phot of two soldiers, under is a small scroll with “ANZAC Day April 25 - 2005”, card has depictions of soldiers at bottom, rear has a short poem called “Last Post”. anzac day 2005, badges, mateship -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Functional object - Watch Cover, 1942
Watch Protector owned by Louis Everett and used by him during World War II. It was previously in the Mitcham RSL collection.|Donated to the R.S.L. by Louis Everett's daughter Lyn Davey.Leather wrist watch protector. Brown leather watch band with a cover to protect the watch face. The cover has a metal Australian Commonwealth Military Force badge on it.Australian Commonwealth Military Forcesmilitary history, army, costume accessories, male -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Ephemera - TIN HAT DAY COLLECTOR'S PERMIT, 1940
Tin Hat Day was started in 1922, following WW1, as a fundraiser for the RSL. Money raised was for returned servicemen who were doing it tough following the war and during the Great Depression.Tin Hat Day Collector's Permit: Cream Oval label with blue cotton string through a hole for attaching.. In blue print * Returned Soldiers League War Service Fund (Affiliated with the A.C.F.) Tin Hat Day. Sept. 6th 1940 Collector's Permit. Thorold Fink, Chairman 1940 No. 992. Box 625military, world war 2, returned soldiers league, tin hat day. thorold fink. -
Ringwood RSL Sub-Branch
Documents, 2014
1. Book - Robbie to Dorrie - letters of Lt Col John Robertson, Malaya 1941 - 42. 2. Australian War Memorial Roll of Honour notification (copy) for Major Charles Edward Clements 3. Deceased notification to next of kin - Mrs Ian Clements 4. RSL welcome home brochure -
Bendigo Military Museum
Functional object - HEATER METERS, ONE SHILLING, Landis & GYRS.A, Pre 1970
.1) This one was used in the Writing room which later became a Meeting room then finally the RSL Building & History room. it was attached to the LH side of the Fire Place and ran an old Electric Heater on the Hearth. It was used up to about 2005. .2) This one was in the Old Kitchen built on the side of the Soldiers Memorial Institute in the mid 1960's This one ran the Electric stoves used by the Womens Auxiliary of the Bendigo RSL and to make the Rum & Coffee for the ANZAC Day Dawn service. The kitchen was removed as part of the Renovations in 2016 - 18..1) Heater meter, metal construction black coating, top face has a glass section with a "usage meter" saying "coins paid, unused", metal plate under with details re numbers, maker, coins per hour, on right side slot for "Shillings only" with knob, removeable lockable tray at bottom for coin storage and removing. .2)Same style as .1) but a different glass face style metering, it has 11 circular dials with one hand, these show "Coins paid, coins unused", this one shows the round meter going around when in use. The only differance between to two shapes is at the top re fixing to a wall..1) On plate, "Remote Control Switch - for alternating switch No 26 204 020 - Type Wik 36.1 - Adjustable 1-6 coins per hour, Adjusted for 1 coin per hour" On stickers, "insert 10 cents - Turn knob to right". .2) On glass section, "230/240 revs per KWH - 1200 - Serial No 8338380 - 5 - 50". On label stuck on, "10 c equals 1/2 hour"brsl, smirsl, shilling -
Bendigo Military Museum
Accessory - TYPEWRITER
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 -
Waverley RSL Sub Branch
Badge Board
Badges from WWI and early RSL badges also WWI Mothers badges with 1 star (1 son enlisted) and 2 stars (2 sons enlisted) and WWI and WWII medalsFelt backed badge board showing service medals, R.S.L. badges and Mothers badges band corps and othersmedal, badge, medallion, insignia -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newspaper Clipping, Diamond Valley Leader, Forging paths for soldiers ; and, Appeal keeps the volunteers busy, 19/04/2017
2 articles: A former serviceman is driven to help war veterans find work reports and, Appeal keeps volunteers busy. Local RSLs raise funds in the lead up to ANZAC Day.News article 2 pages, black text, colour image.soldiers, war veterans, anzac day -
Warrnambool and District Historical Society Inc.
Souvenir - Warrnambool Soldiers Memorial saucer, Mid 20th Century
The War Memorial was constructed in 1925 on Merri Street at the South side of Liebig St. It was constructed to commemorate the soldiers of WW1. It is constructed of red granite and the Angel is carved in marble. Adjacent to it is the RSL clubrooms.The Warrnambool War Memorial is a significant space commemorating a significant event and situated in one of the most prominent sites within the city. The image on this item would therefore be a typical memory which visitors would like to take from our city.White china saucer with gold rim and black print of the Warrnambool War Memorial. Soldiers Memorial Warrnambool. On rear Royal Stafford, guaranteed English Bone China. Made in England warrnambool, warrnambool war memorial -
Wangaratta RSL Sub Branch
Framed Photograph, circa 1980's
Photograph taken of members/patrons playing Two Up at Wangaratta RSL on ANZAC Day in the 1980's. Present include Rob Parkinson, "Rooster" Graham Gayles, Daryl and Graham Everitt.Brown timber frame containing black and white photograph of group of men playing Two Up.two-up, wangaratta rsl, 2up -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Photograph, Mitcham Memorial Hall
The Mitcham Memorial Hall was opened in 1923. When the Mitcham RSL moved to premises in McDowall Street the building and property were sold in 1993. The hall was replaced by six shops and associated parking.Coloured photograph of the Mitcham Memorial Hall taken in 1979mitcham memorial hall, mitcham -
Kyneton RSL Sub Branch
WW1 Wallet, PTE E JONES, 1915
This item is part of the collection of items donated to Kyneton RSL by John Adams, being a relative of the Jones brothers of Kyneton who enlisted in WW1. Both Edward and Evan were in the 29 Bn.GREEN BY FOLD INC PENCIL AND DISCHARGE PAPERY.M.C.A. AUSTRALIApte evan jones, pte edward jones, -
Bendigo Military Museum
Honour Board - SERVICEMENS CLUB BDSC HONOUR BOARD, Bendigo & District Servicemens Club, C.1979 onwards
As stated this board begins in 1978 and goes through to the year 2000 when the venue changed from a Servicemens Club to an RSL Sub Branch. Refer Cat No 8073P for the history of the Servicemens Club.Honour Board rectangular shape pointed at the top, timber construction, text and markings in gold paint re the Presidents and Life members of the Bendigo & District Servicemen’s Club from 1976 - 2000. A plaque is in the bottom left hand corner re Donors details.“Bendigo & District Servicemens Club” On plaque, “ Donated by Thelma M Wareham”brsl, smirsl, bdsc, servicemen’s, club -
Bendigo Military Museum
Certificate - CERTIFICATE, CHARTER BENDIGO R.S.S.I.L.A, VIC State Branch R.S.S.I.L.A, C.1.7.1920
The formation of the Bendigo Sub Branch goes as far back as 1915 - 16. Sub Branch Charters began in 1920Charter, timber frame with gold edge, the charter is ornate re the R.S.S.I.L.A Bendigo Sub Branch established and constituted. Has the "State of Victoria" at the top with 3 flags and RSL Badge central followed by various text styles and colours regarding the establishment of a Sub Branch. A red seal in the bottom left hand corner.Main points, "Doth hereby establish and constitute the Bendigo Sub Branch" "Dated this first day of July 1920" "Jas Martin President" "AM David Secretary"brsl, smirsl, charter -
Bendigo Military Museum
Certificate - CERTIFICATE, 50TH ANNIVERSARY, FRAMED, C. 1995
These 50th Anniversary certificates were also given to individuals who served.A 50th anniversary of the end of the second world war certificate presented to Bendigo RSL Sub Branch. Centre emblem pictures a family welcoming a serviceman home. Gold decorative border with grey background, mounted with a green border. Tan wooden frame with glass front & white cardboard backing with wire hanging strap. Emblem has words: “AUSTRALIA REMEMBERS 1945 - 1995” Signed by: “Prime Minister & Minister for Veterans' Affairs” Stamp on back: “Bethany Gallery”brsl, smirsl, 50th, certificate -
Lara RSL Sub Branch
Photo Album
Post Card Album that used to be filled with photos from Egypt and Dardanelles by W. Matthews. Photos in separate collection held at Lara RSL. Postcards and photos compiled by W.Matthews while serving in WW1.Photo album of postcards and photos from WW1 taken and purchased in Egypt and Dardanelles by W.Matthews from LaraPhoto Album in book form coloured grey/greenFront page has roses and vine written Post Card Album. Inside front page is written W. Matthews Lara, Views sent from Egypt and the Dardanelles with photos of Sgt W.Matthews B Company, 8th Battalion A.E.F. photo by W.H.Watts and second photo Bugler Haggar, A.E.F. taken by N.O.W. Inside back cover 6 photos with no descriptions. bugler haggar, ww1, world war 1, world war one, w. matthews, sergeant w. matthews, b company 8th battalion, aef, a.e.f., australian army, army, w.h.watts, n.o.w., dardanelles, egypt, lara rsl, lara rsl sub branch -
Greensborough Historical Society
Article, Greensborough Historical Society et al, Clifton William Anderson, 1914-1918
A short article about Clifton William Anderson and his service in World War 1. Clifton Anderson is commemorated with his brother Philip Anderson on the Greensborough and District Honour Board at the Greensborough RSL. 1 Page, text and colour images.world war 1 project, clifton william anderson -
Ringwood RSL Sub-Branch
Printed Item Reunion Tag, 1937
Thought to have belonged to the same donor who gave us a tunic, item no 00050 and also their unit banner which was carried on Anzac Day. He was a past member of this RSL Sub Branch.Artillery Reunion Tag dated Wed. 29th September 1937. In the shape of the Red and Blue Colour Patch of the 4th Brigade Australian Field Artillery. Numbered No 21 on the reverse. Suspended on a yellow ribbon. -
Melbourne Legacy
Functional object - Coaster, Raise a Glass Campaign
Two drinks coasters from 2013. They were part of a fundraising campaign in conjunction with the RSL and CUB Pty Ltd. Afterwards some were in use in Legacy House and have been added to the archive. A record of a marketing campaign in 2013.Two cardboard coasters with information about the Raise a Glass Campaign in 2013.fundraising, promotion -
Bendigo Military Museum
Book - BOOK, RAN, Halstead Press Pty Limited, The Silent Service, 1952 - Second Edition
The Silent Service - Action Stories of the ANZAC NavyHard, cardboard cover, blue buckram with silver print on spine. 372 pages, cut, plain, white. Illustrated in black / white / blue maps, end papers & back flyleaf. Page/s removed. Handwritten in black ink on title page: “Donated by Joy Wellings Re Stephen Langdon” Black felt tipped pen mark: “On front end paper” “RSL stamp”book, anzac navy, silent service -
Bendigo Military Museum
Book, Lionel Wigmore, They Dared Mightily, 1963
317 page cut edged hardcover book with illustrations and colour and B&W photos and dust cover. Cover is grey buckram with gold print on spine and front cover. Dust cover is white with grey and light blue text with images of a Victoria cross and another medal.Handwritten in black on title page "Graeme McGregor" Stamped on front flyleaf "Bendigo District RSL Sub Branch Inc PO Box 449 Bendigo Vic 3552"books -
Bendigo Military Museum
Book, Fiasco The American Military Adventure in Iraq, 2006
Hard cover, red colour buckram, gold print on front and spine. Dust cover, red and black print on front, back and spine. Sepia colour photograph of American military personnel with helicopter on front. 482 pages cut plain illustrated, black and white photographs and maps.First front title page - hand written black ink "Donated by Bgo Y Mens Club" First front title page - black ink RSL stampbooks, military history -
Geelong RSL Sub Branch
RSSL Badge circa 1940s, 1940s
The badge was made in the 1940s for Victoria Returned Sailors' and Soldiers' League (RSSL). The word 'Imperial' has been dropped frrom the title.This is an original badge from the 1940s.A round brass badge with a scroll at the bottom and a crown at the top, red, blue, brass colours,Front - Returned Sailors' and Soldiers' League, Victoria, War Service Fund. White background RSL badge with sailor and soldier in the middle. Back - the number 156, Stokes, Melb.rssl, rssila, victoria, 1940s, rsl badge -
Ringwood RSL Sub-Branch
Shield, Plaque, c2005
Wooden plaque with plastic facing with two information panelsIn commemoration of the 60th anniversary of VP Day. 15th August 1945 Presented by the Ringwood RSL and Phil Baressi Federal Member for Deakin with smaller panel displaying the Ode below -
Glen Eira Historical Society
Document - CAULFIELD RSL
This file contains two items pertaining to the property housing the Caulfield RSL: 1/A photocopy (2 pages) of an assessment of the property, dated 01/1997, by Andrew Ward, for purposes of ascertaining its historical significance. The assessment describes the architectural features of the property, offers a brief history of it, specifies why it should be considered significant, and recommends that it be added to the National Estate Register. Included is a black-and-white photograph of the exterior of the building. 2/An assessment (17 long pages plus appendix) of the car parking issues procured as a result of the decision to refurbish the Caulfield RSL. Prepared by Grogan Richards Pty Ltd, dated 13/11/2002, reviewed by Joanna Gauetty, and authorised by Rody Jude. Included is a description of the Club’s location and surrounding motorways as they existed at the time, a description of the Club itself (eg its opening hours and rate of patronage as per each opening hour), occupancy surveys, descriptions of other recent car parking construction within the same area, a description of the extensions the RSL is aiming to construct, and descriptions of the considerations any new construction must take into account. Included is a black-and-white map of Caulfield noting the RSL’s location, and two black-and-white photographs showing the view to the north and south of St. George’s Road, respectively.caulfield, caulfield returned servicemen league (rsl), exservice organisations, clubs and associations, ward andrew, glen eira heritage management plan, historic buildings, architectural, styles, national trust company, st. leonard’s, elsternwick club, grogan richards pty ltd, returned servicepeople, armed forces, soldiers, aged people, senior citizens centres, st. george’s road, elsternwick, english domestic revival style, moderne style, brick houses, bay windows, architectural features, prendergast ellen mrs., ford grylis, dl design group, gauetty joanna, jude rody, parking, glen eira planning scheme -
Bendigo Military Museum
Photograph - PHOTOGRAPH, FRAMED, BDSC 1979, Bendigo & District Servicemen's Club, C. 1979
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