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Melbourne Legacy
Photograph, Anzac commemoration for students 1987, 1987
Photo of Legatee Ian Richardson at the students Anzac commemoration ceremony on 28 April 1987. His medals include the Distinguished Flying Cross and the Distinguished Flying Medal. He appears to be holding a tray of rosemary that Legacy Widows prepare for Anzac Day services. Was found in an envelope marked "For Melbourne Legacy. Anzac Day Parade featuring Legacy Lads.' From TROVE: an article from June 1944 mentions him receiving his DFM for 'SKILL AND COURAGE Flying-Officer Richardson, a navigator, has completed a second operational tour. He is an exceptional navigator, whose skill and coolness in time of stress have inspired confidence among his crew.' According to Forces War Records UK, the Distinguished Flying Cross (DFC) is awarded to Officers and Warrant officers for "an act or acts of valour and courage or devotion to duty performed whilst flying in active operations against the enemy". The Distinguished Flying Medal was the other ranks' equivalent to the Distinguished Flying Cross.A record of Legatees attending the student ceremony that was held just prior to Anzac Day. Also that their medals show a history of distinguished service.Photo of Ian Richardson at the students Anzac ceremony in 1987.Handwritten on the back 'Ian Richardson, Legacy Shrine Ceremony for children 28.4.87 DFC, DFM' in black pen.anzac commemoration for students, legatee, ian richardson -
Bendigo Military Museum
Photograph - BENDIGO SANDAKAN SERVICE, 7.3.1999 and 12.3.2000
Both photos were taken at Strathdale Park in Bendigo, one on 7.3.1999 & 12.3.2000 at the Annual Sandakan Commemoration Service. The first year it was held was in 1999, a memorial with names had been erected in the park. .1) The men in white shirts are Norm Smart and Jack Barnes. Refer Cat No's 8131.2P, 8040. .2) The two men are Jack Barnes and Jim Disken (James Cecil VX151742)Two colour photographs relating to the Bendigo RSL Sandakan commemoration. .1) Shows two men in white shirts with several others in the background park setting. .2) Shows two men standing in the park with a brick building in the background..1) On rear in blue pen, "Sandakan Commemoration Sund 7.3.1999". .2) On rear in blue pen, "Strathdale Park Bendigo Sandakan Commemoration service 12.03.2000 - L - R John K Barnes OAM Sec Bendigo RSL - Jim Disken. Both late of Kerang". brsl, smirsl, sandakan, -
Friends of Ballarat Botanical Gardens History Group
Work on paper - Commemoration, Sister Elizabeth (Betty) Johnson Rose Garden, Wellingtonia, Winter 2010, page 2, Winter, 2010
Sister Elizabeth (Betty) Johnson Rose Garden, Wellingtonia, Winter 2010, page 2. Betty Johnson was born in Ballarat, and trained at the Ballarat Base Hospital from 1939 to 1942.Sister Johnson made a significant contribution to the health of Ballarat's children for many years. While she was a dedicated professional, she also has a passion for roses, Hence the establishment of the Memorial Rose Garden in her honour in the Botanical GardensShort paragraph of 18 lines headed John's Jottings with a photograph of a plaque below, left hand side of page.Nonejohn garner collection, garner, dr, johnson, plaque, rose garden, childrens' protection society, society, ballarat botanical gardens, ballarat, gardens, ballarat base hospital, pediatrics -
International House, The University of Melbourne
Photograph (Item), John Alsop, Lady Maie Casey, Lord Richard Casey, and Sam Dimmick in formal dress, 1967
International House held their tenth anniversary Commemoration Dinner on 30th June, 1967, attended by approximately 300 guests, including Lady and Lord Casey (then the Governor-General). The Caseys presented the House with "a pair of valuable silver candlesticks" to celebrate, having been associated with the House since its establishment. Also in attendance were esteemed guests such as the High Commissioner for Singapore and the Ambassador for Indonesia, indicating the growing prominence of International House as an institution of note in Australia.Names of subjects inscribed on reversecommemoration, richard casey, maie casey, warden -
Kiewa Valley Historical Society
Photo - Anzac Day Mt Beauty 1950, 25/04/1950
Anzac Day commemoration at Mt Beauty in 1950Commemoration of war service by residents of Mt Beauty and surrounding towns. H.H.C. Williams, Chief Engineer of the Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme, giving the address at the Anzac Day Service.Colour photograph of Anzac Day commemorations in Mt Beauty in 1950mt beauty, anzac day -
Port Melbourne Historical & Preservation Society
Photograph - 2018 Whitaker Commemoration, Janet BOLITHO, 2018
Pat GRAINGER at the 2018 Allan WHITTAKER Commemoration at Princes. Pier, Port Melbourne.Digital image of Pat Grainger at 2018 Whitaker Commemoration at Station Pier. allan whittaker, piers and wharves - princes pier, pat grainger -
The 5th/6th Battalion Royal Victoria Regiment Historical Collection
Award - Trophy, Tankard, Harrow challenge cup, c1862
In commemoration of 10 members of the A company (No 1) Victoria rifles.Lead/tin with hinged lid grey exterior incribed.Crown on topIn commemoration of 10 members of the A company (No 1) Victoria rifles.a coy (no 1) victoria rifles, infantry, 5/6 rvr, regimental property -
Glenelg Shire Council Cultural Collection
Document - Documents relating to the Henty Commemoration Dinner, 1971, Nov-71
Henty Commemoration Dinner 1971Identification numbers 8021 a, b, c, d a. Ticket for Henty Commemoration Dinner, 20 Nov 1971. Cream card, black print b., c., d. Three programmes for Commemoration Dinner, 20 Nov. 1971. White card, black print, white paper insert, black print -
8th/13th Victorian Mounted Rifles Regimental Collection
Photograph - Corowa march
VMR Squadron 4/19 Prince of Wales Light Horse supported Australia Remembers Commemorations in North East Victoria and Southern NSW,Colour photograph of four soldiers and a civilian at Australia Remembers Commemoration, Corowa, March 1995L/, R ( Unnamed ) President Corowa RSL, Tpr Lineham, , Tpr Bruce, Cpl Onkew. corowa, australia, remembers, march, vmr -
Eltham District Historical Society Inc
Medal - Medallion, City of Hawthorn, Medallion In Commemoration of the City of Hawthorn's 125th anniversary and the 150th anniversary of Victoria, 1984
This medallion was struck to commemorate both the 150th anniversary of the State of Victoria and the 125th anniverary of the City of Hawthorn. One side includes the logo and the words "VICTORIA 150". The other side includes the logo for the City of Hawthorn with the words" "125th anniversary City of Hawthorn 1860, 27 July 1985". Bronze coloured medallion approx 3 cm diameter with markings on both sides.medallion, city of hawthorn, commemorations, 150th anniversary, 125th anniversary -
Federation University Historical Collection
ANZAC Day Commemoration March, 1945, 23/04/1945
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Federation University Historical Collection
Booklet, Commemoration of the 75th Anniversary of the Fall of Singapore and the service and sacrfice of all Australian Prisioners of War, 2017
Program for a service held at The Australian Ex-Prisioners of War Memorial in BallaratSmall boooklet with khaki cover and photographs throughout from the war and the fall of Singapore 1942non-fictionProgram for a service held at The Australian Ex-Prisioners of War Memorial in Ballaratfall of singapore, world war two, anniversary, 75th anniversary, australian prisoners of war -
Mission to Seafarers Victoria
Book, Australian Merchant Mariners Commemoration Folder, 1995
non-fictionkeith oliver, donation -
Greensborough Historical Society
Leaflet, Colin Brooks, Commemoration football match, 13/08/2016
Remembrance Service and football match between Greensborough Football Club and Lower Plenty Football Club commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Battle of Long Tan, Vietnam War,13th August 2016Colour leaflet, printed both sidesvietnam war - battle of long tan, greensborough football club, lower plenty football club -
Eltham District Historical Society Inc
Medallion, Shire of Eltham et al, Medallion and pouch, In Commemoration, The Shire of Elham, 1871-1994, 1994
This medallion was struck to commemorate the Shire of Eltham, 1871 to 1994; issued upon cessation of the Shire of Eltham as a local government body following the widespread dismissal of councils throughout Melbourne by the Kennett Liberal Government. Parts of the Shire were redistributed to Banyule Shire and a new Nillumbik Shire was formed which took in Eltham township.Bronze coloured medallion approx 4 cm diameter in a clear plastic sleeve and green felt pouch with gold coloured tie Two copiesshire of eltham, medallion -
4th/19th Prince of Wales's Light Horse Regiment Unit History Room
Information Pack, State Government, Victoria, ANZAC 2014-2018 Centenary Commemoration, 2014
An information pack incorporating: Messages from Victorian Premier, Minister for Veterans, and, Chair of Victorian ANZAC Centenary Committee Replica 1919 Children's Peace Medal Booklet - Victoria's World War 1 Legacy - Recipients of the Victoria Cross, Booklet - Community Resources Guide, Booklet - World War 1 History - Victoria's Story anzac, centenary, world war 1, victoria -
Eltham District Historical Society Inc
Photograph, Grevillea planted in commemoration of the opening of the Local History Centre, 728 Main Road, Eltham, 12 July 1998, 12/07/1998
Roll of 35mm colour negative film, 6 of 7 stripsFuji 100local history centre, grevillea -
Eltham District Historical Society Inc
Photograph, Grevillea planted in commemoration of the opening of the Local History Centre, 728 Main Road, Eltham, 12 July 1998, 12/07/1998
Roll of 35mm colour negative film, 6 of 7 stripsFuji 100local history centre, grevillea -
National Vietnam Veterans Museum (NVVM)
Booklet, Dirou, Brian & Diane, Albatross Reunion 2006: Commemoration Ceremony, Canberra, ACT, Sunday, 4th June 2006, 2006
Conducted by No. 9 Squadron Assoc. Inc.australia. royal australian air force. 9th squadron, hmas albatross, reunion -
National Vietnam Veterans Museum (NVVM)
Film - Film, DVD, Australia remembers: 50th Anniversary commemoration of the Battle of Long Tan & Vietnam Veterans' Day, 2016
Service held at the Australian Vietnam Forces National Memorial in Canberra on the 18th August, 2016.battle of long tan, australian vietnam forces national memorial -
National Vietnam Veterans Museum (NVVM)
Film - Film, DVD, UC Dai Loi: their story: a commemoration of Australia's legacy in Vietnam, 1962-2012 (Copy 1)
Introduction by Peter Cosgrove - charts 50 years of Australia's involvement in Vietnamvietnam war, 1961-1975 - protest movements - australia, agent orange - toxicology, post-traumatic stress disorder - australia -
National Vietnam Veterans Museum (NVVM)
Film - Film, DVD, UC Dai Loi: their story: a commemoration of Australia's legacy in Vietnam, 1962-2012 (Copy 2)
Introduction by Peter Cosgrove - charts 50 years of Australia's involvement in Vietnamvietnam war, 1961-1975 - protest movements - australia, agent orange - toxicology, post-traumatic stress disorder - australia -
National Vietnam Veterans Museum (NVVM)
Document, 1 RAR Unit Citation Commemoration
In a gold frame there is a copy of the Meritous Unit Commendation Awarded to 1 RAR by US Secretary of the Army on the 4th of July 1991. Document is surrounded by Cap Badges and Service Medals.Cap Badges1 rar, meritous unit commendation, framed document, medals, badges -
National Vietnam Veterans Museum (NVVM)
Book, Vietnam Veterans Assoc. of Australia, Victoria Remembers Vietnam: 2016, A journey of remembrance, commemoration & celebration to mark the 50th anniversary of the Battle of Long Tan, & the resilience of the Victorian Vietnam Veteran family (Copy 2), 2016
The 50th anniversary of the Battle of Long Tan was such an important anniversary for Vietnam Veterans and a significant milestone in Australia's military history.Contains coloured photos of some of Victoria's 2016 commemorative program, acknowledging the 50th anniversary of Long Tan.The 50th anniversary of the Battle of Long Tan was such an important anniversary for Vietnam Veterans and a significant milestone in Australia's military history.battle of long tan, vietnam war - 1961-1975 - soldiers - australian, vietnam war, 1961- 1975 - pictorial works, vietnam war, 1961-1975 -- participation, australian -
National Vietnam Veterans Museum (NVVM)
Book, Victoria Remembers Vietnam: 2016, A journey of remembrance, commemoration & celebration to mark the 50th anniversary of the Battle of Long Tan, & the resilience of the Victorian Vietnam Veteran family. Copy 1, 2016
Contains coloured photos of some of Victoria's 2016 commemorative program, acknowledging the 50th anniversary of Long Tan.battle of long tan, vietnam war - 1961-1975 - soldiers - australian, vietnam war, 1961- 1975 - pictorial works, vietnam war, 1961-1975 -- participation, australian -
National Vietnam Veterans Museum (NVVM)
Book, Vietnam Veterans Assoc. of Australia, Victoria Remembers Vietnam: 2016, A Journey Of Remembrance, Commemoration and Celebration To Mark the 50th Anniversary of the Battle of Long Tan, and the Resilience of the Victorian Vietnam Veteran Family (Copy 3), 2016
The 50th anniversary of the Battle of Long Tan was such an important anniversary for Vietnam Veterans and a significant milestone in Australia's military historyContains coloured photos of some of Victoria's 2016 commemorative program, acknowledging the 50th anniversary of Long Tan.The 50th anniversary of the Battle of Long Tan was such an important anniversary for Vietnam Veterans and a significant milestone in Australia's military history battle of long tan, vietnam war - 1961-1975 - soldiers - australian, vietnam war, 1961- 1975 - pictorial works, vietnam war, 1961-1975 -- participation, australian -
National Vietnam Veterans Museum (NVVM)
Document, Vietnam Veterans Day Commemoration Ceremony, Wed. August 18th, 1993 at the Shrine of Remembrance, Melbourne in TAOR-Metro August, 1993
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National Vietnam Veterans Museum (NVVM)
Currency, Commemoration Package, Operation Overlord, 2021
This item commemorates the War in Vietnam.An Australian Post issue 50 cent coin. Postage Paid Australia/Operation Overlord/Long Khanh Province, South Vietnam/5-14 June 1971.operation overlord, long khanh province, australia post, coin, 50 cent, vietnam -
St Kilda Historical Society
Ephemera - Invitation, Civic Anzac Commemoration Ceremonies, 1955
Invitation to two Anzac ceremonies at St Kilda in 1955: a talk by Lt Gen Sir Horace Robertson and the screening of two films ('The Queen's Colours' and 'Jungle Patrol') in St Kilda Town Hall on 24 April 1955; and a ceremony at the St Kilda Cenotaph on 25 April 1955. Lt Gen Sir Horace Robertson (29 October 1894 – 28 April 1960) had recently retired after a 43 year career in the Australian Army, during which he served in both World Wars and the Korean war.White card printed in black on one side, including City of St Kilda logoanzac day, lt gen sir horace robertson, film - the queen's colours, film - jungle patrol -
St Kilda Historical Society
Ephemera - Invitation, Civic Anzac Commemoration Ceremonies, 1956
Invitation to two Anzac ceremonies at St Kilda in 1956: a talk by Lawrence McCarthy VC and the screening of films 'Exercise Alphabet' and 'Jungle Fighters' at St Kilda Town Hall on 22 April 1956; and a ceremony at the St Kilda Cenotaph on 25 April 1956. Lawrence Dominic McCarthy, VC (21 January 1892 – 25 May 1975) was awarded the Victoria Cross, the highest award for gallantry in the face of the enemy that can be awarded to British and Commonwealth forces, for action in World War I.White card printed in black on one side, including City of St Kilda logoanzac day, lawrence dominic mccarthy vc, film - jungle fighters, film - exercise alphabet