These are the original Medals and AAB83 of VX149000 Cpl R T MacKenzie. Cpl MacKenzie served during WW2 with Australian Army Canteens Service.These are the original Medals and Record of Service Book.One Star shape copper colour medal and two round silver medals. One AAB 83 Record of Service Book buff colour cover.On the back of the Star and on the circumference of the Medals, VX 149000 R T MacKenzie.military australian army, vx149000 r t mackenzie, ww2

431033 LAC Alfred C Heintz with the Air Force during WW2 and these letters have been sent to him from his Family.This Folder is the original that belonged to 431033 LAC Alfted C Heintz, there are photocopies of the letters inside the Folder.A series of 'Letters' to 431033 LAC Alfred C Heintz. The letters have been photocopied and are contained in a dark blue leather folder that was a gift from the RSL.The front of the folder has the RSL Badge embossed on the front (on two figures on the badge) and inscribed 'With Best Wishes from the Returned Sailors, Soldiers and Airmen's Imperial League of Australia'.ww2, folder, 431033 lac a c heintz, air force

Diary was owned by Captain Frank Jones, Camp 1 Hospital dentist during WW2. Diary only has a few short notes in it.HistoricalSmall black leather cover with 2 black knobs which hold the pages inside the covers. Inside are lined pages, some of which have hand writing on them.captain frank jones, camp 1 hospital, camp 1 dentist, garrison staff diary, ethel jones

Army personnel assigned to Camp 3 Tatura during WW2. Sergeant Allan Timms is standing at the centre of row 2nd from the front. Black and white photograph of 4 rows of men: 3 standing at back, 3 standing next row down; 6 men standing 3rd row down and 4 men seated. All in Army uniform and in front of a hut.army personnel, camp 3 army personnel, garrison personnel camp 3, sergeant allan timms, wendy hicks

Photographs and letters written to Doreen Jeffery by her husband Bruce whilst away at WW2. Compiled by Jeanette Thompson, one of his daughterSoft covered book with photograph of a man in the middle, title above, letters in background and author at bottom. Back has family photograph with letters in background.doreen jeffery, bruce jeffery, jeanette thompson

"Gerhard Ernst Neumann Briefe Ohne Datum" A book in the possession of G E Neumann and used during his internment in WW2 in Tatura.Dark tan coloured light cardboard cover with fawn coloured pages inside. Tied together with a ribbonfront cover Frau G E Neumann, and an addressgerhard ernst neumann, briefe ohne datum, german internee, ww2 internee

WW2 internment Camp 1, Tatura. A.A.N.S. Sister Bertram worked at the Camp 1 Hospital delivering babies amongst other duties.Copy of the original photo taken in 1942. A.A.N.S. J. Bertram holding new baby. Standing in doorway of a corrugated hut.a.a.n.s., camp 1, internees, sister bertram

Written in German - telling experiences of WW2 internee, Werner Buschmann, as an internee/POW in Camps 1&3 in the Tatura Region, Victoria , Australia.165 pages, B/W photos

Wedding of internees Martin Winkler and Helene Streker in Camp 3 Rushworth during WW2. 2 black and white copies of photograph in file.Sepia photograph of bride and groom and some other people behind. People standing in front of a hut. Photograph has been laminated.martin winkler, helene streker, camp 3 weddings

Wedding photograph of Wilhelm Kuebler and his first wife Johanna Kaltenbach. They were both internees in Camp 3 at Rushworth during WW2.Black and white photograph of a man and woman posing in front of a backdrop of trees and shrubs. Lady dressed in long white dress and man in long jacket and suit pants. Photograph has been laminated.Wedding photo: Artist Wilhelm Kuebler and his first wife Johanna Kaltenbach. Computer image created by Horst Blaich, Bayswater 3153. Tel.: (03) 9720 2658 October 2001 round emblem underneath with side on head. Around the edge: Albert Blaich Family Archive 1970-2000wilhelm kuebler, johanna kaltenbach, johanna kuebler, camp 3 rushworth

School crossings introduced after WW2. Supervisors were introduced after too many accidents occurring. Also known as Lollypop Ladies.Antonio Park Primary School crossing. Supervisor and 3 children crossing Whitehorse Road Mitcham.antonio park state school no.4844, school crossing

Tripods similar to this were used in both WW1 and WW2. Note: Item 6482 is a Heliograph that was mounted onto a tripod such as this when it was used for surveying.Tripod with wooden legs painted in jungle green. The legs are attached to the apex with tarnished brass fittings, each secured with brass screws. Metal reinforcing plates protect the pointed end of each leg. A brass plate sits at the apex with a threaded rod positioned to allow the attachment of a heliograph or signal light. A khaki webbing shoulder strap for carrying the item is secured to one of the legs. At the bottom end of the strap is a webbing loop used to secure the tripod legs when closed. Stamped on one wooden leg: '15629' Stamped on the top plate: 'D(upwards arrow)D, 0 with an upwards arrow through it, 3(upwards arrow)0' Stamped on one brass leg fitting: 'STAND LAMP OR HELIO A MKlll'military equipment - army, heliograph, signals

Short overview on the Rats of Tobruk and members of the 9th Division known as the Glorious Ninth who served during the siege of Tobruk during WW2Black timber frame containing white paper with black type.Rats of Tobruk Lest We Forget rats of tobruk, 9th division, siege of tobruk

Contents 1. Google earth images of Tower 2. Extract describing history of Tower, including honour roll for WW1 and WW2, 8 pages 3. Extract describing history of Tower, including honour roll for WW1 and WW2, 3 pages 4. 2002 and 2004; Kangaroo Ground Tower; Southwell-Keely M.; WAR MEMORIALS IN AUSTRALIA; 8 pages, (http://www.skp.com.au/memorials/pages/30054.htm)Folder/Booklet of various documents, mainly A4 size photocopiesHG Booklet 1harry gilham collection, kangaroo ground, ww1, ww2, war memorial tower, kangaroo ground tower, memorial, tower

“Williams” was a well know Shoeman store in bendigo, it is not sure at this time if these were part of the WW2 rationing system, all appear to be stick on when used..1) - .4) Shoe Coupon tickets, green and white colour with “Williams” at top, 6d (pence) centre with “Coupon “over and “Shoeman” under, all tickets the same, each is tear off to the value of 6d.coupons, currency shoes, williams

Refer Cat No 2578 for her service history in the Australian Army Nursing Corp 2nd AIF. Part of the HEWSTON collection re WW1 & WW2.White memorial card, coloured photo of Stella Jesse Mackin, blue printed text. Rear cover, black & white photo.“Thanksgiving for the life of Stella Jesse Mackin 15.12.1914 - 17.7.2010”documents - cards / memorials, military history, thanksgiving

The trousers are WW2 issue, Belt does not belong to trousers as they have buttons for braces & no keepers for a belt. This is a belt for Polyesters 1960’s - 70’s .1) Trousers, khaki wool with metal buttons. Pocket linings damaged. .2) Belt, khaki cotton webbing with metal buckle & brass coloured metal tip on opposite end..1) On waistband centre back: “1301 made in Australia 1942 Size 16” .2) Etched onto back of buckle: “Lion Metal” Goods PLuniforms-army, costume accessories - male

Standard pattern WW2 steel helmet as worn by Australian forces from 1940 until 1950s. Replaced by US Pattern M1 steel helmet.Completely original WW2 Australian helmet Australian MkII raw edge steel helmet with MkII linseed oil fabric liner. Webbing chinstrap with steel springs. Moulded rubber crown pad. MkIII chinstrap securing lugs. Exterior painted chocolate brown.Lugs dated 1942steel helmet

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

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

This is a metal trunk that was issued to 418087 F/O L C Dowling RAAF No1, F/O Dowling served with the RAAF during WW2.This is an original issue trunk that belonged to 418087 F/O DowlingAn oblong metal trunk, black.418087 F/O L C Dowling, RAAF No1ww2, 418087 f/o l c dowling, raaf, metal trunk

This Medal belongs to VX122136 Andrew G Ellis, he was born in Geelong and enlisted in the AIF in Seymour. VX122136 A G Ellis served during WW2. This Medal is the original that belonged to VX122136 A G Ellis, who served during WW2.War Medal 1939-1945 - round silver, Ribbon - cloth, red, blue and whiteVX1221136 A G Ellis inscribed on the bottom of the medal.vx122136, andrew george ellis, ww2

Used in WW2. Basically of german origin and manufacture but 'English' handset suggests capture and use by Australian forces possibly in Middle East Desert warfare.Black Rectangular Metal Box with Lid. Total Height 215mm (with lid closed), Body Height 140mm. Lid Height 75mm.Lid attached by full length Hinge on rear and locking Clip at front.Depth 90mm. Length 275mm. Lid Outside: has overlapping lip to body when closed.Reinforcing metal attachment on left side rolls over to inside of lid and is attached by two screws. Front locking clip is spring loaded and attached to lid by 3 screws. Lid Inside: Flexible metal plate to clip on handset. 2 inscription plates on left and right ends and telephone handset described separately Body Outside:Front: 2 Jack plug points, vertically aligned 85mm from left, 25mm apart either side of mid point of height of bodyprotedted by protective pivot plate. Air vent plate attached with 2 screws adjacent to Jack plug holes (same on Back). Left side at top; metal plate for carry strap (same on right side). carry strap not with item.Right side; hole covered by protective cover plate centred 70mm from base , Wind-Up handle attached (described seoarately. Body Inside: 2/3 filled with visible metal and bakelite components in separate compartment containing unseen working parts. Left side contains morse code key in canvas bag (described separately). Contents Inside Lid. Two schematics of wiring layouts attached to left and right ends. Removable Bakelite handset clipped into postion for carrying, attached cable has 4-pronged attachment connected to main section in body. Contents Inside Body. Most working parts hidden inside metal container. White plastic button 'Pruttaste' is a test button; threaded screws on top for attachments not present.Two pieces of loose wire purpose unknown. Canvas Bag with zip, labelled DD with arrow between (Department of Defence) containing Morse Code Key; wire with large jackplug attachment connected to MC Key through the bag. Jackplug connects via front of body of object. The whole of this item is stored in left inside of body.underside of handset says PRESS KEY WHILE SPEAKING and in smaller font size TELE HD NO 2

The booklet is a reprint of Brigadier WH 'Mac' Grant's history of WW2 Special Forces, written originally in 1995, and was presented to attendees at the 45th anniversary celebrationsThe reprint marked the 45th anniversary of 2 Commando Company, the first (along with 1 Commando Company) post-WW2 SF unit, and explained the origins of its WW2 predecessors. brigadier wh mac grant- history of ww2 special forces-2 commando company-1 commando company-post ww2 sf units