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Frankston RSL Sub Branch
WW1 Plaque, Memorial
This item is historically and socially significant because A E Bolger had enlisted at Frankston and is recorded as being the first Frankston soldier to die at Gallipoli. Bolger was wounded and killed during the landing at ANZAC cove on the 27th April 1915. This plaque and medallion was awarded to his family who have subsequently donated them to this collection.This circular, bronze commemorative plaque was presented to the family of Private Arthur Ernest Bolger, who was killed in action at Gallipoli on 27th April, 1915. The plaque is mounted on a wooden display stand with a 1914-15 star (another medal issued to Australian service personnel) and a label describing the item. Colloquially known as 'Dead Man's Penny' or 'King's Penny', this plaque was given to the next of kin of service personnel who died on active service in WW1. refer to link below http://www.awm.gov.au/encyclopedia/memorial_scroll/plaque.asp see item 00014.2 -
Frankston RSL Sub Branch
Badge
... An example of an early Returned Sailors and Soldiers... & SOLDIERS IMPERIAL LEAGUE" and "AUSTRALIA".... "RETURNED SAILORS & SOLDIERS IMPERIAL LEAGUE" and "AUSTRALIA ...An example of an early Returned Sailors and Soldiers Imperial League of Australia members badge. This badge has a 1920 clip attached to the crown (the clip was changed each year to indicate membership renewal). The rear of the badge is stamped with the member number 39561 and has been engraved with the name G Bolger.The badge has the following inscription "RETURNED SAILORS & SOLDIERS IMPERIAL LEAGUE" and "AUSTRALIA". -
Frankston RSL Sub Branch
Photograph, Portrait, c. 1914
Portrait of Thomas Richard Cook, 7465, who departed overseas 9/1/1915 and returned to Australia on 22/9/1919Studio portrait of World War 1 soldier, Thomas Richard Cook, seated on stool, with cane.Notation on obverse, "Thomas Richard Cook/TPI Pensioner Deceased 23/3/74/Presented to RSL/from Mrs V Cook/Phone 783 1193"ww1, portrait, soldier, thomas richard cook -
Frankston RSL Sub Branch
Photograph
Photograph of Australian Army World War 2 servicemen boarding a ship with weapons and full kit. The men are infantry embarking for an overseas posting. Nine soldiers, looking back over their shoulder, are depicted as they make their way up a gangway to a ship. One soldier can be identified with his name and part of his service number prominently displayed on his kitbag. The soldier is James Ellis Liebe, service number VX21644. This photograph appeared in the Melbourne Sun newspaper of the time and a copy of the photograph was obtained by his family. This photograph is a modern reproduction.Liebe J E VX21644 -
Frankston RSL Sub Branch
Kitbag
A standard Australian Army issue kitbag used by soldiers to carry essential equipment such as bedding, toiletries, spare clothes, etc. This kitbag (also referred to as a 'sausage kit' was issued to James Ellis Liebe, service number VX21644.Liebe J E VX21644 -
Frankston RSL Sub Branch
Emergency Ration Tin, AMF, A Gadsen Container
This type of ration tin was issued during the latter part of the Second World War. These rations were issued to every soldier involved in operations and were only to be opened if no other source of food was available.An unopened olive drab Australian Military Forces (AMF) Emergency Ration Tin. There are instructions printed in black ink on the inside surface of the lid. This should read 'INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE / To be consumed as found. / 1. HOT CHOCOLATE (if preferred) / Break up chocolate block and dissolve in hot water. / 2. TEA TABLETS: / Use one per pannikin, adding boiling water and sugar if required. / 3. SALT TABLETS : / To reduce fatigue and cure muscle cramp, take either in water or as desired. Normally stamped in the inside of an opened ration tin would be date, such as '10-44' indicating that it was produced in October 1944. The outside of the tin has printed in black ink 'A.M.F. / EMERGENCY RATION / D (Government broad arrow) D / . The bottom surface of the ration tin has printed in black ink " To be consumed only when no other rations of any kind are procurable. Consumption of this ration must be reported at first opportunity. Instructions for use are printed under cover of container and also on paper slip within can". ration, emergency ration, world war 1 ration -
Frankston RSL Sub Branch
Statuette, Heritage Fine Arts Pty Ltd, Vietnam, Circa 2000
... A small statuette of a Vietnam era soldier in typical.... A small statuette of a Vietnam era soldier in typical Australian ...A small statuette of a Vietnam era soldier in typical Australian Army jungle warfare kit. The setting represents a forward scout crossing a watercourse and silently signalling to those following 'enemy ahead' by giving the 'thumb down' hand signal. The cast pewter alloy statuette is mounted on a base of polished stone, the base being 8cm by 8cm by 5cm high. The overall height of the statuette is 15 cm.the base has the label "VIETNAM" Heritage Fine Arts, Limited to 2500 on one side of base, numbered 0143. -
Frankston RSL Sub Branch
Charge Clip, Ammunition
Three examples of the ammunition charge clips used during World War 1 by the Australian and allied forces. These were preloaded with five live rounds of ammunition for the SMLE .303" rifle and were a convenient method of quickly replenishing the 10 round magazine. The clip is made of stamped spring steel with a matte black paint finish. These clips were preloaded with live ammunition and carried in the soldiers ammunition pouches. Whilst in the field the clips were salvaged and reloaded with fresh rounds when the opportunity was available, ie during a lull in battle, etc.Some markings present: two examples are stamped with "E" and "ll", the other is stamped with "K" and "ll". -
Frankston RSL Sub Branch
Photograph
Photograph taken in Frankston, Victoria, on the occasion of a visit by French Soldiers, October 1917. The French Soldiers were hosted by the community of Frankston. A. C. Hill can be seen standing to the right in Australian Army uniform. refer item 00325 -
Frankston RSL Sub Branch
Book, New Testament
Pocket book size with buff grey linen hardcover imprinted with black lettering. Example of the New Testament that was presented to members of the Victorian Contingent of the Australian Imperial Force during World War 1. The inside front cover has a label insert with a printed message "Printed by the British and Foreign Bible Society and signed Fred G Barley, Gen Sec. Melbourne 1916". The opening pages have a blue stamped imprint with the following inscription "Presbyterian Soldiers' Institute Royal Park Camp" in an oval shaped border. Book published by the British and Foreign Bible Society, 146 Queen Victoria Street, London. The front cover has the following inscription in black print, "NEW TESTAMENT". -
Frankston RSL Sub Branch
Dressing, Field, John Tye & Son, 1917
Small, packaged First Field Dressing issued to Australian and British service personnel during World War 1. The package is made of a tough, protective (waterproof?) fabric and comes complete with a safety pin for use as a bandage. These were carried by soldiers and used for initial treatment of wounds. This item has a printed label with instructions for use and was packaged by John Tye & Son, London in May (?) 1917.There is a label affixed to this item with the following inscription printed in black: "War Office", "Medical Division", "First Field Dressing", "JOHN TYE & SON, London, May (?) 1917"world war 1, ww1, dressing -
Frankston RSL Sub Branch
Belt, Webbing
Example of Australian Army standard issue belt worn by soldiers during the 1970s. This was a USA Army design adopted by the ADF during the Vietnam conflict. The belt is jungle green in colour with multiple mounting points for special clips which hold a variety of pouches. -
Frankston RSL Sub Branch
Canteen, Water
Example of Australian Army standard water canteen complete with carrying pouch issued to soldiers during the 1970s. This was a USA Army design adopted by the ADF during the Vietnam conflict. The pouch and canteen are jungle green in colour and are worn attached to the webbing belt issued to defence personnel. refer item 00289.1. -
Frankston RSL Sub Branch
Cup, Mess
Example of Australian Army standard issue mess cup for holding cooked food used by soldiers during the 1970s. This was a USA Army design adopted by the ADF during the Vietnam conflict. The mess cup is lightweight alloy designed to fit the standard issue water canteen also issued. The cup has a folding handle for ease of carrying and can be used to carry hot food. -
Frankston RSL Sub Branch
Belt, Webbing, ca 1980s
Example of Australian Army standard issue belt worn by soldiers during the 1970s. This was a USA Army design adopted by the ADF during the Vietnam conflict. This belt is fitted with a pouch for carrying the standard water canteen and is complete with the standard issue water canteen and mess cup. -
Frankston RSL Sub Branch
Dressing, Wound, november 1984
Example of Australian Army standard issue wound dressing used by soldiers during the 1970s to 1980s. The dressing is enclosed in a jungle green colour fabric package. -
Frankston RSL Sub Branch
Canteen, Water
Example of Australian Army standard issue water canteen carried by soldiers during the 1990s. The water canteen is jungle green in colour and is carried in a special pouch made from camouflage material. The water canteen fits into a mess cup which is also carried in the pouch. -
Frankston RSL Sub Branch
Pouch, Ammunition
Example of Australian Army standard issue ammunition pouch carried by soldiers during the 1990s. This special pouch made from camouflage material. The pouch can carry a set of folding dixies which are used for carrying and eating prepared food. -
Frankston RSL Sub Branch
Pack, Small
Example of Australian Army standard issue small gear pack carried by soldiers during the 1990s. This pack is commonly referred to as a 'bum pack' and is made from camouflage material. The pack is used to carry a variety of items of equipment. -
Frankston RSL Sub Branch
Pouch, Ammunition
Example of Australian Army standard issue ammunition pouch carried by soldiers during the 1990s. This special pouch made from camouflage material. The pouch contains a set of folding dixies which are used for carrying and eating prepared food. -
Frankston RSL Sub Branch
Pouch, Water Canteen, july 1991
Example of Australian Army standard issue pouch used by soldiers to carry a water canteen during the 1990s. The pouch made from camouflage material and can be attached to other webbing equipment by the use of special clips. -
Frankston RSL Sub Branch
Pouch, Small Miscellaneous
Example of Australian Army standard issue small pouch carried by soldiers during the 1990s. This special pouch made from camouflage material. The pouch would typically be used to carry a compass or wound dressing. -
Frankston RSL Sub Branch
Postcard (one of six)
An embroidered postcard which was sent to an Australian family during World War I. The postcard is intricately and colourfully embroidered on silk framed with a cardboard backing. The design is of flowers, foliage and a butterfly with the words "from your soldier boy". -
Wycheproof & District Historical Society Inc.
Framed photograph, JOSEPH NALDER 1873 - 1917 PRIVATE 291, C 1916
WW1 Australian Serviceman Joseph Nalder Pte. 2914 Supreme Sacrifice d. 18th October 1917 result of wounding in France. Died in War Hospital at Warrington, Lancashire, England. Age 44. Buried in Warrington War Cemetery, England. An early pupil of Towaninnie State School, he farmed at Lalbert, In the Mallee, Victoria and later at East Pingelly, W.A.This adds to collection of WW1 Serviceman’s records nationally and locallyLarge heavy brown wooden framed photo with gold inset , head and shoulders photograph of WW1 soldier Joseph Nalder in army uniform, cap with rising sun . Black and white rectangular photo.Noneww1, supreme sacrifice, wartime, lalbert, towaninnie, nalder -
4th/19th Prince of Wales's Light Horse Regiment Unit History Room
Decorative object - Gift Tin, c.1900
In 1899, British soldiers and sailors were in South Africa fighting the second Boer War which lasted from 1899 to 1902. Queen Victoria was concerned about the morale of her army and navy and wanted to do something to lift their spirits. She would send chocolate to all of her army and navy serving in South Africa (including Australian contingents) as a Christmas/New Year gift in 1899/1900. The chocolate manufacturer, Cadbury, which since around 1854 had a Royal Warrant to supply Queen Victoria with cocoa and chocolate, was contacted and requested to produce the royal bars of chocolate, each with its own individual tin. This put Richard and George Cadbury in a dilemma because, as Quakers, they were pacifists and did not agree with the war. However they did not want to refuse a request from the Queen. To prevent their confectionery rivals from accusing them of going against their principles, their solution was to invite fellow Quakers, Joseph Fry and Joseph Rowntree to form a temporary three-way partnership to complete the order. Forty thousand tins, designed and made by Fry, were produced in two different sizes. The larger of the tins (15 x 9 cm) has a gold coloured rim around the edge of the lid and contained two layers of chocolate. The slightly smaller or rather thinner tin (16 x 8 cm) has a blue rim around the edge of the lid and contained one layer of chocolate. The design of the lid of both sizes is the same. It was decided by all three companies, that the tins would carry no brand name. However Queen Victoria was not amused by this decision; she wanted her army and navy to know that she was sending them quality British chocolate. As a compromise, the Cadbury name appeared on interior packaging of the chocolate. The tins remained unbranded. The empty tins had a more sombre use for for men killed in action. The tins, containing their few personal belongings, were sent home to the next of kin. The tins were not large and may have contained items such as medals, talismans, coins, jewellery, photos, letters and dog tags.Sheet metal tin with hinged lid. In the middle of the red lid of the tin is a gold-coloured embossed picture of Queen Victoria's head. To the left is Queen Victoria's insignia, and to the right are the words "South Africa 1900" and is inscribed "I wish you a happy New Year" and signed Victoria running along the bottom.gift to defence personnel from queen victoria. gift sent at christmas / new year in 1899/1900, gift sent at christmas / new year 1899/1900 -
4th/19th Prince of Wales's Light Horse Regiment Unit History Room
Audio - Audio Cassette, Army Tracks, abt 1996
Philips cassette tape. Side 1: 1. 4/19 PWLH Band (WO2 V Smith) - Australian Light Horse, Lynwood 2. HQ RAA Band (WO2 G Brown) - Soldiers of the Queen, British Grenadiers 3. 1 Bn RVR (WO2 R Rooth) -The Northumbrian, Our Director Side 2: 5 Bn RVR - Pipe Major D Bail - Medley 1 : Gin I were a Baron's heir, The lady in the bottle, Glasgow Police piper, The Rohan tree, Scotland the brave, Medley 2 - Drummers introduction, Braes of Mar, Braes of Tully Met, Dalnahassaig, Piper of Drummond, High Road to Linton, Jock Wilson's Ball, The mermaid song, Donald, Willy and his dog, Ode to Joy, The Black Bear TDK SA904/19 pwlh regiment band, audio -
4th/19th Prince of Wales's Light Horse Regiment Unit History Room
Horse whip, c.1914
... by Australian Light Horse soldier of World War 1 Nil Plaited leather ...Memorabilia of Dvr Thomas Whyte, Machine Gun Squadron, 3rd Australian Light Horse Brigade, AIFUsed by Australian Light Horse soldier of World War 1Plaited leather whipNil -
4th/19th Prince of Wales's Light Horse Regiment Unit History Room
Pass, Safe Conduct (4), 1960's
Issued during Vietnam warObverse - South Vietnam flag surrounded by flags of USA, South , Australia and New Zealand Reverse - Sketch of a smiling South Vietnamese soldier with his arm around a happy looking Viet Cong soldier. Neither are armed.In English and Vietnamese: "Safe conduct pass to be honored by all Vietnamese Government Agencies and allied forces"vietnam, vietnam war, safe conduct pass -
4th/19th Prince of Wales's Light Horse Regiment Unit History Room
Photograph, 1918
Colourised photo, laminatedSoldiers of the Fourth and Twelfth Regiments: Australian Light Horse at Gaza Palestine, January 1918; three months after their historic Beersheba charge -
4th/19th Prince of Wales's Light Horse Regiment Unit History Room
Photo, Frank Hurley, See caption, 1918
From Frank Hurley's Paget Plate photographLaminated colourised photo of 4th & 12th Australian Light Horse formed up in a street in Gaza. Surrounding buildings have sustained war damageCaption: Soldiers of the Fourth and Twelfth Regiments; Australian Light Horse at Gaza-Palestine, January 1918; Three months after their historic Beersheba charge.