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Booklet, Manual of Map Reading, Air Photo Reading & Field Sketching Part 1 Map Reading 1955, 1955
Hard covered booklet for use of officer, NCOs and candidates for commission in the British Army and RAF explaining how to use a map and how to extract information from it. 4 copiesWO Code No 8868map reading -
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Domestic object - Silver Serving Dish
Pressed metal serving dish, rectangular, 45 mm deep, projections at ends for carrying, perforated pattern along longer sides. Has lid and cooling slots.Nilserving dish, officers' mess -
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Booklet, Aide-Memoire for Regimental Officers & Non-Commissioned Officers 1969, 1969
A soft covered booklet dealing with Platoon/Section Operation Orders, some communications, fire control, reports and air-photo readingDSN 7610-66-029-4426officer nco aide-memoire -
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Booklet, Aide-Memoire for Regimental Officers & Non-Commissioned Officers 1957, 1957
A soft covered booklet dealing with Company/Platoon orders, communications, Artillery fire control, various reports etcDSN 7610-010-0288aide-memoire officers ncos -
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Booklet, Manual of Land Warfare Part 1 Vol 6 Pam 2 Aide-Memoire 1979, 1979
A soft covered booklet providing officers with a practical ready reference to operational and training data. 2 copiesDSN 7610-66-099-7375aide-memoire, officer -
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Booklet, Manual of Map Reading, Air Photo Reading & Field Sketching Part 2 Air Photo Reading
A yellow dust jacketed hard covered booklet enabling officers and NCO to make use of air photographs to support the map, and support ground recon and to use when ground recon is not possibleWO Code No 9484air photo reading -
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Booklet, The Division in Battle Pam 3 Staff Notebook 1971, 1971
Soft covered booklet - an aide-memoire for staff officers. The booklet is designed to fit into a loose leaf binder, and the twin titles on the front cover are to be cut out and placed in the identification windows of the binderDSN 7610-66-045 -2755staff officer aide-memoire -
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Booklet, Land/Air Warfare Pam 4 Airborne & Air Transported Operations 1953, 1953
A soft covered booklet as a guide to all Army and RAF officers on the planning or conduct of airborne operations. With amdt No 1WO Code No 8785airborne operations -
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Booklet, Aide-memoire for Regimental Officers & Non-Commissioned Officers, 1971
A soft covered booklet that covers Section/Platoon Operation Orders, some communication information, fire control, reports and air photo readingDSN 7610-66-041-6374aide-memoire officers ncos -
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Booklet (2 copies), Ambush and Counter Ambush, 1965
A soft covered booklet compiled to provide a comprehensive guide for officers and nco of the Australian Military Forces and the Cadet Corps on the subject of ambush and counter-ambush.abush -
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Booklet, Manual of Land Warfare Part 2 Intelligence Vol 1 Pam 2 Unit Intelligence, 1988
A plastic loose leaf folder providing unit intelligence officers and staff from all corps with guidance for the performance of their dutiesintelligence -
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Manual, Command and Staff College TQM Manual, 1994
A plastic covered loose leaf folder containing total quality management material used in the Staff College Course and which would be useful during later appointments of staff officersstaff officer training -
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Framed photograph, Warrant Officer Class 1 Francis Martin Daly MC
Photo, sepia, head and chest view of WO1 F Daly, Regimental Sergeant Major of 4th Australian Light Horse Regiment. He is wearing battle dress with AMF rising sun collar badge, 4 L.H badge with "A". Military Cross, Sam Brown belt, slouch hat (without chin strap)wo1 frank daly, 4th light horse -
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Booklet (4 copies), Infantry Training Vol 1 Infantry Weapons Pam 12 Theory of Small Arms Fire and Training The Battle Shot, 1967
A soft covered booklet for officers and NCO's involved in training and coaching in the use of small arms 7610-66-026-6594small arms shooting -
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Booklet, The Small Arms Instructor's Diagram Book, 1947
A hard covered booklet for Officers and NCOs involved with small arms instruction. Contains a variety of diagrams including target indication using clock ray, silhouette targets, trigger mechanisms and the correct aiming with various sights.small arms instruction -
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Saddle
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Equipment - Pocket Knife, (estimated); Late 19th - early 20th century
... Officer 4th Light Horse Regiment gallipoli 1915 world war 1 pocket ...Used by Lt Col Murray Bourchier, Commanding Officer 4th Light Horse RegimentTwin bladed pocket knife. Steel construction with black plastic type material on handle. Poor condition, body pin separated at blade end and sides sprung apart. Handle covering chipped on one side. Owner's initials "MB" scratched on handle. gallipoli, 1915, world war 1, pocket knife, bourchier, 4lh, 4th light horse -
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Red Ensign, Surgeons' Banner, 1850 (estimated)
Red Ensign 1801 design. - The British red ensign was altered in 1801 to include the change to the design of the Union Jack. British legislation required, with a few exceptions, that all merchant shipping throughout the British Empire fly the British Red Ensign, without any defacement or modification. The ensign is sometimes referred to as the red duster. The Royal Navy stopped using the Red Ensign in 1864. This red ensign was used by the Surgeons of the Kyneton District Mounted Rifles to indicate their location. The Banner is a large red ensign mounted on a 10 foot long polished wooden pike. The Banner was used by the Kyneton District Mounted Rifles, later The Royal Volunteer Cavalry Regiment (Prince of Wales Hussars), then Prince of Wales Victorian Light Horse, ancestor units of the modern day 4th /19th Prince of Wales’s Light Horse Regiment. In the binding is the inscription ‘Kyneton Prince of Wales Light Horse’ and three names: Surg-Major S Smith MRSLE, Dr McMillan, and Maj Thirkettle. These surgeons played a significant role in the military and civil affairs of Kyneton. Dr McMillan Dr McMillan was the first surgeon but left KPWLH 2-3 months after its formation and little else is known of him. Surgeon-Major Samuel Smith 1836 Born, Scotland 1857 Surgeon to the Hon. Hudson Bay Company. Ship “Prince Arthur” from London to Moose Fort, Hudson Bay. June 13 – Aug. 24 1857. 1858 Appointed Medical Officer of large immigrant ship to Port Phillip 1859 Appointed Assistant District Coroner, Castlemaine 1859 Appointed to Castlemaine Hospital 1862 Appointed first resident surgeon and manager of Kyneton Hospital Foundation member of Kyneton District Mounted Rifles 1874 Appointed Surgeon-Major Kyneton Volunteer Prince of Wales Light Horse Conducted a private practice in Kyneton. 1909 Died 8 November 1909, aged 73 years Samuel Smith was a Life Governor of Castlemaine Benevolent Asylum, a member of St Andrews Presbyterian Church, a Mark Master Mason of the Edward Coulson Lodge No 17, Kyneton. He also had a notable collection of stuffed native birds and animals of which he had great knowledge. Major Thirkettle 1855 Major Thirkettle arrived in Kyneton Established a timber merchant and ironmongery business in Kyneton with Robert Burton. 1857 By 1857 he was practising as an architect. His house is still standing in Yaldwin St, West Kyneton. 1860 Joined the Prince of Wales Light Horse 1863 Joined Rifle Volunteers and appointed Captain. On their disbandment he was made Honorary Major. 1864 Won Queen’s prize for rifle shooting. Major Thirkettle was noted for his skill with woodwork. He won many prizes and orders of merit for his models of yachts It is believed likely that he made the wooden pike with its metal head (now missing). He was Tyler of the Zetland Lodge, also Secretary of the MUIOOF and Bowling Club. 1904 Died in Kyneton, aged 75 years Protection for medical services The Surgeons’ Banner indicated the location of the Regimental Aid Post. The use of this device in the 1860’s overlapped the adoption of the Red Cross which became the symbol for the protection of sick and wounded soldiers. In 1864 twelve European nations signed a treaty stating that in future wars they would care for all sick and wounded military personnel, regardless of nationality. They would also recognise the neutrality of medical personnel, hospitals and ambulances identified by the emblem of a red cross on a white background. The treaty was called the Geneva Convention. This Convention was concerned only with soldiers wounded on the battlefield. Over the years, however, it has been expanded to cover everyone caught up in conflicts but not actually taking an active part in the fighting. The Surgeons’ Banner complements the Colours of the Kyneton District Mounted Rifles, also held by the Unit History Room, in presenting the colonial period of the Regiment’s history. Provenance It is believed that the Banner was manufactured in Britain and brought to Australia by Samuel Smith. After the disbanding of Colonial units, the Banner was in the care of the Shire of Kyneton until presented to the 4/19 Prince of Wales’s Light Horse Regiment on 14 September 1986 on the occasion of the Regiment exercising its right of freedom of entry to the city. There are many examples of Regimental and King’s/Queen’s Colours held by various organisations. However A Surgeons’ Banner such as this is rare, if not unique, in Australia. A large red ensign, post 1801 design. - The British red ensign was altered in 1801 to include the change to the design of the Union Jack. British legislation required, with a few exceptions, that all merchant shipping throughout the British Empire fly the British Red Ensign, without any defacement or modification. The ensign is sometimes referred to as the red duster. The Royal Navy stopped using the Red Ensign in 1864. On the binding is the inscription: "Kyneton Prince of Wales Light Horse", and three names - Surgeon Major S Smith MRSLE Dr McMillan Major Thirkettlekyneton district mounted rifles, heraldry, red ensign, surgeons banner -
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Veterinary Field Case Book, (estimated); Early 20th century
... Grayson, Veterinary Officer, 4th Light Horse Regiment Warrnambool... Grayson, Veterinary Officer, 4th Light Horse Regiment Warrnambool ...Army Book 32 Contains case details by Capt, later Major Grayson, Veterinary Officer, 4th Light Horse Regiment Warrnambool Camp, 19 Feb-24 March 1934; 8th Light Horse Regiment Benalla Camp 2-9 March 1936; 8th Light Horse Regiment Corowa Camp 16 Oct-14 Nov 1939. Also contains prescriptions for various veterinary applications, namely - Arsenic 1% solution, Argyrol, Aloes, Syrup, Alterative Powder, Anaesthetic (local), Antidote mixture, Condition pill for horse, Red blister, Bran and linseed mash, Balinitis (wether) Tincture of Iodine, Liniment for chill blains, Mange dressing, Mouth wash and gargle, Nicotine sulphate 0.06% Veterinary Field Case Book Army Book 32warrnambool, 4th light horse, light horse, army veterinary corps, veterinary, case book, grayson, 8th light horse, benalla, corowa, veterinary prescriptions -
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Medal Set, Col S G A Hindhaugh, 1914-1945
... in Command 4th Light Horse Regiment. December 1915 - To camp at Tel ...Stanley George Allen Hindhaugh (1883-1962), soldier, was born on 12 December 1883 at Camperdown, Victoria. His occupation was Station Manager. 14 April 1904 - Appointed Lieutenant 11th Light Horse Regiment Militia. 3 April 1911 - Promoted to Captain in the Militia. 20 August 1914 - Appointed to the Australian Imperial Forces to A Squadron, 4th Light Horse Regiment at Broadmeadows camp. 19 October 1914 - Embarked for the Middle East from Melbourne with the 4th Light Horse Regiment per Tranport A18 "Wiltshire". 11 December 1914 - Disembarked at Alexandria for camp Mena. 19 May 1915 - Promoted to Major. From 22 May 1915 - On operations at Gallipoli. 6 August 1915 - Noted in the fierce engagement at Leane's Post. 19 August 1915 - Appointed Second in Command 4th Light Horse Regiment. December 1915 - To camp at Tel El Kebir. January 1916 - Acting CO 4th Light Horse Regiment. 21 March 1916 - Embarked Alexandria per "Cestrian" for Marseilles with B Squadron 4th Light Horse Regiment for operations in France and Flanders. 16 February 1917 - Promoted to Lt Colonel. March 1918 - In action at Passchendaele - Awarded Belgian Croix de Guerre. 7 December 1918 - To 2nd Light Horse Regiment. 2nd ANZAC Mounted Regiment. 15 May 1919 - Returned to Australia. 11 October 1919 - Transferred to Reserve of Officers. 1932 - Commanded 20th Light Horse Regiment. 1934 - Commanded 11th Light Horse Regiment. 15 November 1941 - Retired. Full size and miniature sets of medals awarded to Colonel Stanley George Allen Hindhaugh. Comprising: Distinguished Service Order (Flanders 1 June 1918), 1914-1918 Star, British War Medal 1914-1920, Victory Medal (with MID) 1919, War Medal 1939-1945, King George V Coronation 1911, Colonial Officers Auxiliary Forces Decoration, Croix de Guerre (Belgium) 1917. Mounted in glass fronted display case.Plaque in case enscribed: "Decorations of the late Lt Col Stan Hindhaugh 4th Light Horse Regiment. Presented to 4th 19th Motorised Regiment". Adhesive label on case: Alwyn and Barbara Catmore 32 Morrie Crescent Blackburn Vic 3130 (03)8984124 medals, world war, 1, victory medal, 4th light horse, militia, western front, dso, king george v coronation, colonial officers auxiliary decoration, 1914 1918 star, mid, croix de guerrre belgium, passchendaele, 2nd anzac mounted regiment, 20th light horse, 11th light horse -
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Regimental Scrap Book: 1980-1989, 2009
Archival quality A3 loose leaf slip case containing memorabilia documents, cuttings and photos about the Regiment for the period 1980-1989. Contents include: Training, ceremonial and social activities. Freedom of City of Sale March 1982 and 1985. Freedom of City of Bairnsdale 15 March 1986. Freedom of City of Traralgon July 1988. Wedding of Commanding Officer Lt Col John Boyce 1988. bairnsdale, ceremonial, training, history 4 19 prince of wales s light horse regiment, freedom of city, traralgon, sale, boyce -
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Presentation binder and slip case, Lt Col S Hindhaugh, 2008 (estimated)
... , Commanding Officer of 4th Light Horse Regiment.... concerning Lt Col S Hindhaugh, Commanding Officer of 4th Light Horse ...Archival slip binder containing photos, service record, diary notes and memorabilia concerning Lt Col S Hindhaugh, Commanding Officer of 4th Light Horse Regiment.france, medals, gallipoli, photos, awards, world war 1, 4th light horse, western front, decorations, diaries, service record, honours, flanders, wedding, hindhaugh -
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Instrument - Trumpet, Cavalry, Couesnon Cie, 1901 (exact)
The 2nd Light Horse Regiment was raised at Enoggera in Queensland on 18 August 1914. Its recruits came mainly from Queensland but some hailed from the northern rivers district of New South Wales. The 2nd was one of three regiments of the 1st Light Horse Brigade – the first Australian mounted formation raised by Australia during the First World War. The regiment sailed from Brisbane on 25 September and disembarked in Egypt on 9 December. The 2nd Light Horse Regiment deployed to Gallipoli without its horses and landed there on 12 May 1915, joining the New Zealand and Australian Division. It played a defensive role for most of the campaign but did attack the Turkish trenches opposite Quinn’s Post, one of the most contested positions along the ANZAC Line. The first assault wave was mown down and fortunately the officer commanding the attack had the wisdom and courage to call it off. The 2nd was withdrawn from the front line in September and left the peninsula on 18 December. Back in Egypt, the 2nd Light Horse joined the ANZAC Mounted Division. Between January and May 1916, the regiment was deployed to protect the Nile valley from bands of pro-Turkish Senussi Arabs. On 18 May, as part of its parent brigade, it joined the forces defending the Suez Canal. The 1st Light Horse Brigade played a significant role in turning back the Turkish advance on the canal at the battle of Romani on 4 August. In ensuing days the regiments of the brigade participated in the immediate follow-up of the defeated Turks, but were soon withdrawn to rest. The 2nd Light Horse Regiment rejoined the Allied advance across the Sinai in November and was subsequently involved in the fighting to secure the Turkish outposts on the Palestine frontier – Maghdaba on 23 December 1916 and Rafa on 9 January 1917. A stint of protective duty along the line of communications through the Sinai followed. The 2nd’s next major engagement was the abortive second battle of Gaza on 19 April. Gaza finally fell on 7 November, after a wide outflanking move via Beersheba, in which the 1st Light Horse Brigade played a part. With the capture of Gaza, the Turkish position in southern Palestine collapsed. The 2nd Light Horse Regiment participated in the advance to Jaffa that followed, and was then committed to operations to clear and occupy the west bank of the Jordan River. It was involved in the Amman (24–27 February) and Es Salt (30 April–4 May) raids and the repulse of a major German and Turkish attack on 14 July 1918. The final British offensive of the campaign was launched along the Mediterranean coast on 19 September 1918, with the ANZAC Mounted Division taking part in a subsidiary effort east of the Jordan aimed at Amman. Turkey surrendered on 30 October 1918. The 2nd Light Horse Regiment sailed for Australia on 13 March 1919 without their horses, which were either shot or transferred to Indian cavalry units. Events in the daily routine of the soldier were signalled by bugle and trumpet calls. This trumpet is signicant because historically, it was issued to the 2nd Australian Light Horse Regiment in 1912. This Regiment served with distinction in Gallipoli and Palestine in World War 1. It is probable, but not confirmed, that tthe trumpet was used by the Regiment during these operations. Each light horse regiment was divided into four squadrons. Each squadron had a trumpeter sergeant, equipped with a cavalry trumpet, who was employed at the Squadron Headquarters Technically called a cavalry trumpet, this brass instrument can be described as a "simple trumpet" ie. the direct forerunner of the modern valve trumpet. It is in E flat not B flat as is the bugle. Both were carried slung over the player's body by means of green tasselled cords.Crest with inscription: "Exposition Universelle De Paris" with circular logo with inscribed "1900". "Hors Concours Membre De Jury". Logo formed of initials (not deciphered). "Couesnon Cie 94 Rue Dangouleme Paris". Bomb burst type logo with "01" in centre. "W H Paling & Co Ltd Sydney NSW Brisbane" On bell: "Mounted Rifles (2nd ALH)" trumpet, cavalry, musical instrument, 2nd light horse, mounted rifles -
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Document files, Papers of Major General Greg Garde AM RFD QC, CO 4/19 PWLH Regiment, 1984-6 and to 1987, 1987 (exact); 1977-1987
These papers of the then Commanding Officer of the Regiment provide a valuable account of training, organisation, administration, manning and social activities during the period 1984-1987.Documents and papers relating to service of General Garde when CO of 4/19 Prince of Wales's Light Horse Regiment. In 5 x A4 Lever Arch binders. Vol 1: June 1977 - September 1984 Vol 2: October 1984 - May 1985 Vol 3: June 1985 - February 1986 Vol 4: March 1986 - October 1987 Vol 5: Undated unit history, 4/19 prince of wales's light horse regiment, unit records, unit document, general greg garde -
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Print, A V Gregory, HMS Susan, 1934 (exact)
HMS Susan sailed from the Port of London on the 23rd September 1835. She carried 394 male convicts and a guard of officers and 30 rank and file of the 28th (North Gloucestershire) regiment, arriving in Sydney on 8th February 1836. Samuel Windridge, who was born in Warwickshire in 1817, was a Private in the Regiment on board the ‘Susan’. He served in various places: Sydney, Moreton Bay (Brisbane) and Port Phillip (Melbourne). He was discharged from the Regiment in 1842 with the rank of Sergeant. After his marriage he settled in Victoria and by 1852 he was often in charge of the gold escort from Bendigo. In 1854 he retired from the Gold Commission and settled in Kyneton. In 1860 the Kyneton Mounted Rifle Corps was formed with Samuel Windridge as one of its earliest members. In 1862 the ladies of Kyneton presented a standard to the Rifle Corps. In 1976 the Shire of Kyneton presented the Kyneton Colours to the 4th/19th Prince of Wales’s Light Horse Regiment Museum. In 1862 the whole of the Victorian Horse was amalgamated into one Regiment: The Prince of Wales Light Horse. Samuel Windridge rose to the rank of Lieutenant Colonel in the Kyneton Troop of the regiment. He died in 1896, aged 79 years, This painting is a gift from his Great Grand-daughters Mrs Mary Hopper and Miss Jean Baldwin. Framed reproduction of painting of HMS Susan. Wood frame, glass frontA V Gregory on proper left bottom corner of print On bottom right of print: H.M.S Susan 'Southward of the Cape' Arrived in Sydney Feby 1836paintings, kyneton, prints, hms susan, samuel windridge, a v gregory -
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Portrait, Major General John Keatly Forsyth CMG, 1920 (estimated)
... , Commanding Officer 4th Light Horse Regiment. Hanging in glass case..., Commanding Officer 4th Light Horse Regiment. Hanging in glass case ...Major-General John K Forsyth CMG raised 1st Light Horse Brigade. The men of the 4th Light Horse Regiment regarded him as their first CO, although technically he was not, and always referred to him as 'Dad". He did not officially assume command of the 4th until it reached Egypt, effective from 13 December 1914.Framed portrait of Maj Gen John Keatly Forsyth CMG, Commanding Officer 4th Light Horse Regiment. Hanging in glass case with display including his riding crop and fly whisk.Brass plate inscribed: Major General J K Forsyth CMG DSO 1st CO 4th LH REGT 1st AIF Artist's signature not legible: E L P????world war 1, 4th light horse, general forsyth, portraits -
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Card - Christmas Card, 1915 (exact)
Service of Frank Phillips Prior to the commencement of World War I, Frank Phillips served in the Minyip Troop of the Light Horse militia. His civilian occupation was that of clerk. On 22 August 1914 he enlisted in C Squadron 4th Light Horse Regiment. The 4th Light Horse Regiment embarked on the troop ship “Wiltshire “ for training at Mena Camp, in Egypt. During May 1915 the Regiment was deployed to the Gallipoli campaign in a dismounted role. After seven months, the Gallipoli campaigned was abandoned and the troops withdrawn. On return to Egypt the 4th Light Horse Regiment divided with one component deployed to Palestine and the other to the Western Front. Frank went on to serve in Palestine. He was promoted to Sergeant while at Gallipoli and, in Palestine, was promoted to Captain, serving as Adjutant of the Regiment. He was granted furlough to return to Australia from 14 October 1916 to 12 March 1917. On 16 January 1918 he was Mentioned in Despatches Citation: At Hill 750 near Bir El Esani on 30-4-17 he led an attack on Hill 750 under heavy rifle fire capturing the position and 7 armed Bedouins. On 23-5-17 during reconnaissance, he led and attack on 790 under very heavy rifle and machine gun fire and captured the position, inflicting losses on the Turks. He has, at all times, set a fine example of courage to his men. 22 October: 1918 he was awarded the Military Cross Recommendation of Commanding Officer – For exceptional gallantry and devotion to duty on the 28th September 1918, during the crossing of the JORDAN near EL MIN, this officer (adjutant of the Regiment) personally reconnoitred for crossings under heavy M.G. fire and led the Regiment to the only available crossing, rendering invaluable assistance during the crossing. On 3oth September when the Regiment was advanced guard on to KAUKAB, this officer’s personal reconnaissance to confirm patrol reports was of the highest order and utmost value to his C.O. culminating in the capture of KAUKAB with a mounted attack and the The 4th/19th Prince of Wales’s Light Horse Regiment has a long and distinguished history that pre-dates Federation to colonial Victoria’s mounted troops. Our history parallels that of the nation, including its active participation in some of the most inspiring events in Australian Military History including the Defence of ANZAC and the charge at Beersheba. The Regiment is based on a linkage of the two post-World War II Victorian Army Reserve RAAC units - 4th/19th Prince of Wales’ Light Horse and 8th/13th Victorian Mounted Rifles. From these units we derive our links with the six Light Horse Regiments of Victoria and Southern New South Wales (4th, 8th, 13th, 17th, 19th and 20th Light Horse Regiments.) The Regiment proudly bears the guidon of the 4th Light Horse, with the guidons of the remaining regiments being laid up in the crypt of the Melbourne Shrine of Remembrance. During World War I, the 4th Light Horse Regiment served with distinction on three fronts – Gallipoli, Palestine and the Western Front. Corporal, later Captain, Phillips was a member of the 4th Australian Light Horse Regiment. He created the post card while serving with the Regiment as a Corporal at Gallipoli. Post Card hand made and sent to familyFrom Cpl Frank Phillips, 4th Australian Light Horse Regiment. Entries in pencil Front: Addressed to Andrew Phillips (father) at Minyip, Victoria, Message: “A Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to all, Made while on my day out. Love Frank” Reverse Top Centre – 4 LH Badge Centre – cloth map of Australia stapled to card Bottom – Print of flag stapled to card, Irish green ensign, Union flag in canton, gold coloured Irish harp on fly. Notations: Broadmeadows, Wiltshire (Troop Ship), Shrapnel Gully, Suicide Gully, Courtney’s Post Mena, Mex, Heliopolis, Imbros, Gallipoli, Turkish soil underneath (flag), Australia on Turkey, Lone Pine, Leans Trench, Constantinople, All honour to our Irish comrades, To greet you 1915-16. From the shells, yells, and little Hells, of the Darda Dardenelles 0 – 0 May you enjoy your Xmas dinner as I hope to enjoy my Xmas billy in the trenches.ww1, gallipoli, 4th light horse, post card, frank phillips -
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Badge, 4th/19th Prince of Wales's Light Horse Regiment, c 1960's
From the 1960's this beret badge (in lieu of the official metal badge) was worn by officers of the Regiment as field dress. It was an individual purchase rather than official issue.Cloth Regimental beret badge. Coloured metallic thread on black stiff fabric backing.badge, 4/19 pwlh -
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Riding Breeches Bedford cord
This type of riding breeches was used from 1903 to 1942 by Mounted troops of the australian ArmyThis type of riding breeches were used by soldiers and officers of the 4th, 17th, 19th Light horse RegimentsBreeches, Bedford Cord (wool), Khaki Brownbreeches bedford cord riding -
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Badge, 4th/19th Prince of Wales's Light Horse Regiment, c 1965
Unofficial badge. Worn by officers on field dress berets. 1960's - 1970'sCloth beret badge of 4/19 Prince of Wales's Light Horse Regiment. Coloured metallic thread on black cloth. badge, 4/19 pwlh