Showing 3291 items matching "legends-aboriginal"
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Orbost & District Historical Societystone
... Inspected by Joanna Freslov, archaeologist 2/6/2008. Not Aboriginal origin; an interesting stone shape....Inspected by Joanna Freslov, archaeologist 2/6/2008. Not Aboriginal origin; an interesting stone shape. axehead tool A large rectangular piece of stone . ...Found at Buchan. Inspected by Joanna Freslov, archaeologist 2/6/2008. Not Aboriginal origin; an interesting stone shape.A large rectangular piece of stone . In the shape of an axe head.axehead tool -
Orbost & District Historical Societynulla nulla
... A waddy, nulla nulla or hunting stick is an Australian Aboriginal war club.It was used in hunting, fighting and as a ceremonial tool....A waddy, nulla nulla or hunting stick is an Australian Aboriginal war club.It was used in hunting, fighting and as a ceremonial tool. ...A waddy, nulla nulla or hunting stick is an Australian Aboriginal war club.It was used in hunting, fighting and as a ceremonial tool.The necessary tools and equipment for hunting, fishing and warfare were one of the very few items that Aboriginals carried with them from place to place. Most were used for a multiplicity of purposes. Because many were made from raw natural materials, such as wood, generally only partial remains are found today. This item is an example of a wooden weapon used by the early Indigenous people of eastern australia.A hand-made wooden pointed stick, a nulla nulla. One end is thicker that the other. Designs have been burnt into the wood.nulla-nulla waddy aboriginal weapon -
Greensborough Historical SocietyBook, Settling: The Victorians. By Tony Dingle, 1984_
... Part 2 of a 3-part series deals with land use from Aboriginal land use to European settlement....Part 2 of a 3-part series deals with land use from Aboriginal land use to European settlement. Published to commemorate the 150th anniversary of European settlement in Victoria. victoria land use victoria history victoria social conditions tony dingle Hard cover. 274 pages, illus., maps, end maps. ...Part 2 of a 3-part series deals with land use from Aboriginal land use to European settlement.Published to commemorate the 150th anniversary of European settlement in Victoria.Hard cover. 274 pages, illus., maps, end maps.victoria land use, victoria history, victoria social conditions, tony dingle -
Otway Districts Historical SocietyBook, Yaugher Print, The Otway Ranges, 1998
... Flora and fauna found through the Otway Ranges interspersed with historical references from aboriginal occupation to the present day....Flora and fauna found through the Otway Ranges interspersed with historical references from aboriginal occupation to the present day. otway ranges; natural history; description; travel; geology; timber; The Otway Ranges.Trevor Pescott. 1st ed. ...Flora and fauna found through the Otway Ranges interspersed with historical references from aboriginal occupation to the present day.The Otway Ranges.Trevor Pescott. 1st ed. Belmont (Vic); Yaugher Print; 1998. 112 p.; illus, map, bibliography. Soft cover. ISBN 0 9586562 1 5otway ranges; natural history; description; travel; geology; timber; -
Kiewa Valley Historical SocietyStone - Aboriginal (possibly)
... Passed onto Mark Raymond by his grandmother Mrs Canning (dec), Tawonga, who believed it to be an aboriginal artefact....Hand sized. Stone - Aboriginal (possibly) ...Passed onto Mark Raymond by his grandmother Mrs Canning (dec), Tawonga, who believed it to be an aboriginal artefact.Black stone with flecks, multiple seams and a smooth surface. Oneside curved, short end has been chipped with two seams. Hand sized.Narrow end has a 13 mm x 14 mm hole of cream coloured stone.aboriginal stone, mrs canning, kiewa valley, tawonga -
Sunshine and District Historical Society IncorporatedBook - Coastal Guide to Nature and History Port Phillip Bay, Coastal Guide Books, 2013
... Covers landforms, animals and plants, walking the coast, early Aboriginal and European discovery and settlement history and coastal management...Covers landforms, animals and plants, walking the coast, early Aboriginal and European discovery and settlement history and coastal management Port Phillip Bay Coastal history and development Nature A guide to the nature and history of the coastal area of both sides of Port Phillip Bay. ...A guide to the nature and history of the coastal area of both sides of Port Phillip Bay.Soft cover book - 172 Pagesnon-fictionA guide to the nature and history of the coastal area of both sides of Port Phillip Bay. port phillip bay, coastal history and development, nature -
Tatura Irrigation & Wartime Camps MuseumBook, Australia - Image of A Nation 1850-1950, 1989
... Captures variety of life in Australia 1850-1950 from aboriginal culture meeting european lifestyle and development of Australia...Captures variety of life in Australia 1850-1950 from aboriginal culture meeting european lifestyle and development of Australia australia 1850-1950 glover i tatura Pale green hard backcover. ...Pale green hard backcover. Dust jacket. Black writing, same photo on both covers. Photo of 5 workmen and line trolley on front. 1 adult and 3 girls - 1 with a cat on back. 385 pages.australia 1850-1950, glover i, tatura -
Tatura Irrigation & Wartime Camps MuseumBook, The River Murray, 1990
... Written to record history of River Murray from aboriginal times, early settlers, riverboats, maps, irrigation, agriculture....Written to record history of River Murray from aboriginal times, early settlers, riverboats, maps, irrigation, agriculture. irrigation books reference rural industry Map of Murray River and districts on front cover. 4 river scenes in square boxes. ...Written to record history of River Murray from aboriginal times, early settlers, riverboats, maps, irrigation, agriculture.Map of Murray River and districts on front cover. 4 river scenes in square boxes. Gold disc, paddle steamer, names of 3 states. Early scenes n back cover. 1 present day.irrigation, books, reference, rural, industry -
Lakes Entrance Historical SocietyBook, H.J.Malone, A Short History of Central South Gippsland, 12.11.1932
... A record of discovery, exploration and development of Central South Gippsland from aboriginal tribes to townships and industry in the 20th Century...A record of discovery, exploration and development of Central South Gippsland from aboriginal tribes to townships and industry in the 20th Century Exploration Aboriginals Land settlement A record of discovery, exploration and development of Central South Gippsland from aboriginal tribes to townships and industry in the 20th Century 76 pages A Short History of Central South Gippsland Book H.J.Malone ...A record of discovery, exploration and development of Central South Gippsland from aboriginal tribes to townships and industry in the 20th Century76 pages non-fictionA record of discovery, exploration and development of Central South Gippsland from aboriginal tribes to townships and industry in the 20th Centuryexploration, aboriginals, land settlement -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.Document - Report, The History of Yarran Dheran Nature Reserve, 2020
... he history of the area begins with the aboriginal use of the land, then from 1850 and white settlement to the present time in 2020...he history of the area begins with the aboriginal use of the land, then from 1850 and white settlement to the present time in 2020 Yarran Dheran Wurunjeri Yarran Dheran Advisory Committee The time line history of Yarran Dheran Nature Reserve The History of Yarran Dheran Nature Reserve Document Report Yarran Dheran Advisory Committee ...The time line history of Yarran Dheran Nature Reservenon-fictionThe time line history of Yarran Dheran Nature Reserveyarran dheran, wurunjeri, yarran dheran advisory committee -
Ballarat Apron FestivalArt Apron, The Yarning Circle by Marlene Gilson, 2019
... ...Aboriginal...Created for Ballarat Apron Festival to present Ballarat's Aboriginal history, to be displayed along side the Festival's Ballarat Apron. ...Marlene Gilson Ballarat Wadawurrung Aboriginal Oil painting on handmade treated canvas apron. ...Created for Ballarat Apron Festival to present Ballarat's Aboriginal history, to be displayed along side the Festival's Ballarat Apron. Oil painting on handmade treated canvas apron. Two large thick cotton ties at waist and loop for neck. marlene gilson, ballarat, wadawurrung, aboriginal -
Federation University Art CollectionArtwork, other - Artwork, 'Reconciliation' by Shanaya Sheridan and Josh Muir, 2018
... ...aboriginal...Growing up and watching her Elders, and their style of artworks, Shanaya is influenced by a traditional style of Aboriginal art, mixing it up with contemporary colours. ...Last but not least, the footprints represent our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander ancestors that have fought for reconciliation before us and their steps/progress towards reconciliation.' ...Growing up and watching her Elders, and their style of artworks, Shanaya is influenced by a traditional style of Aboriginal art, mixing it up with contemporary colours. ...This artwork was created in collaboration by Shanaya Sheridan and Josh Muir in 2018. Josh Muir was a proud Yorta Yorta, Gunditjmara and Barkinji man, who holds his culture close to his heart as it gives him a voice and great sense of identity. Josh is a Ballarat-based multimedia artist. In 2015 Josh was the recipient of the Telstra National Indigenous and Torres Strait Islander Art Award – Youth Award and the Hutchinson Scholarship, through which he undertook a 12-month residency at the Victorian College of the Arts in Melbourne. Muir's work has been acquired by the Koorie Heritage Trust, The National Gallery of Australia, the Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory, the National Gallery of Victoria and was commissioned as a major project artist by White Night. Shanaya Sheridan, is a proud Yorta Yorta, Dja Dja Wurrung and Boon Wurrung woman who has resided in Ballarat for 20 years, after living in Horsham, Shepparton and Melbourne. Growing up and watching her Elders, and their style of artworks, Shanaya is influenced by a traditional style of Aboriginal art, mixing it up with contemporary colours. This reconciliation piece is Shanaya’s first commission. Artists' Statement: '“This painting represents reconciliation across all lands, from the skies down to the waters including the mountains, grass and sand. The hands represent people of all cultures reaching for a brighter future, and the men and women in talks of how reconciliation can be achieved. Last but not least, the footprints represent our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander ancestors that have fought for reconciliation before us and their steps/progress towards reconciliation.' Digital prints of this artwork on aluminum are displayed at Federation University Australia campuses at Mt Helen, Gippsland (Churchill), Berwick, Brisbane and Horsham.reconciliation, josh muir, shanaya sheridan, aboriginal, reconciliation action plan -
4th/19th Prince of Wales's Light Horse Regiment Unit History RoomMedal, British Queens Medal 1896-97
... The obverse has the legend "VICTORIA REGINA ET IMPERATRIX" and the crowned effigy of Queen Victoria. ...The obverse has the legend "VICTORIA REGINA ET IMPERATRIX" and the crowned effigy of Queen Victoria. ...The Queen's Sudan Medal was awarded British and Egyptian forces which took part in the Sudan campaign between 1896 and 1898. Initially mainly with Egyptian troops but after two British brigades were attached. This campaign is often described as "The reconquest of the Sudan". Some countries like Italy, Germany, France or Belgium were expanding their African colonies, which Sudan could be one, the British decided to occupy it. One of the most famous battles was the Battle of Omdurman where Lt. Winston Churchill fought Its a circular, Silver or Bronze made medal, 36.5mm diameter. The obverse has the legend "VICTORIA REGINA ET IMPERATRIX" and the crowned effigy of Queen Victoria. On the reverse a plinth inscribed "SUDAN" supported by Nile lilies where Victoria sits holding a laurel wreath and a palm branch and behind her are the British and Egyptian flags.medal sudan -
Warrnambool and District Historical Society Inc.Book, Victorian Readers, Seventh Book. 2nd Edition, 1940
... It contains a selection of plays, newspaper articles, legends, diary excerpts, prose and poetry by Australian writers as well as from the classic works of Shakespeare, Scott, Byron and Tennyson. ...It contains a selection of plays, newspaper articles, legends, diary excerpts, prose and poetry by Australian writers as well as from the classic works of Shakespeare, Scott, Byron and Tennyson. ...Seventh part of series of Victorian Readers, Education Department of Victoria. It contains a selection of plays, newspaper articles, legends, diary excerpts, prose and poetry by Australian writers as well as from the classic works of Shakespeare, Scott, Byron and Tennyson. There are notes and comments related to each contribution. The significance lies in that it was in common use for a period of approximately 30 years by students in Victoria. It shows the breadth of reading material and the educational standard of that era.Red cloth, hard book cover, 242 Pages. Contents text is black with black and white drawings, interspersed with stories and poemsBarbara Sizeland, Form 1C WHS written in dark blue ink RH top corner.”Education Department of Victoria logo in black on front cover. “He who loveth a book will never want a faithful friend, a wholesome counselor, a cheerful friend or an effectual comforter.” is printed on title page.warrnambool high school, victorian readers, seventh book, sizeland education of children, reading matter. authors: international england, us, australia, africa. sir walter scott, john masefield, john bunyan, henry kendall, rudyard kipling, lord byron, tennyson, abraham lincoln, a.b paterson, mark twain. illustrators john rowell, r c fricke, a.t bernaldo. -
Tatura Irrigation & Wartime Camps MuseumAudio Tape, Two radio interviews on the camps by Lurline Knee
... |Talk to the Historical Society members by John Atkinson on the Wahgunya aboriginal settlement....|Talk to the Historical Society members by John Atkinson on the Wahgunya aboriginal settlement. audio visual technology accessory Two radio interviews on the camps by Lurline Knee Audio Tape ...Two radio interviews on the camps by Lurline Knee.|Talk to the Historical Society members by John Atkinson on the Wahgunya aboriginal settlement.audio, visual, technology, accessory -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.Booklet, Forest Hill College Yearbook 2013, 2013
... The 2013 magazine of the Forest Hill College with the magazine's new name "Bunderra", an aboriginal word which means "Among the Hills"....The 2013 magazine of the Forest Hill College with the magazine's new name "Bunderra", an aboriginal word which means "Among the Hills". ...Forest Hill College Yearbook 201368 pagesnon-fictionForest Hill College Yearbook 2013forest hill college, secondary schools -
Glenelg Shire Council Cultural CollectionArtwork, other, BRIGIT THOMAS, Lady Nelson, c. 2015
... The ship is flying both the Aboriginal flag and the Australian Flag. It sails on a calm sea. ...The ship is flying both the Aboriginal flag and the Australian Flag. It sails on a calm sea. ...From - theladynelson.org.au T The original Lady Nelson was built at Deptford, in England, in 1799, for service to the Transport Office on the River Thames. She was designed with sliding keels (centre boards), a device invented by Captain John Schank of the Royal Navy to allow surveying in rivers and shallow water ways. On completion she was selected for exploration services in the Colony of New South Wales and sailed for Port Jackson on 18 March 1800 under the command of Lieutenant James Grant. A brig of 60 tons, she carried a crew comprising the commander, two mates and twelve seaman. As she left the River Thames sailors on nearby ships ridiculed her because of her size and shape, calling her, as she sailed past, 'His Majesty's Tinderbox'. At Portsmouth on the 9th February 1800 she was fitted with four brass carriage guns, three to four pounders, in addition to the two guns already on board. Because of the heavy load she was carrying she was very low in the water, having only two feet nine inches freeboard amidships. The ship finally left Portsmouth on 17th March 1800 as part of an East Indian Convoy. From 1800 to 1825 the Lady Nelson operated around the Australian Coast and fulfilled a variety of roles including exploration, surveying, forming settlements, shifting goods and people around the colonies and capturing pirates. She played pivotal roles in the European settlement of Hobart, Northern Tasmania, Melbourne, Newcastle, Port Macquarie and Northern Territory. Those onboard charted much of Bass Strait, Port Philip, Newcastle, Port Macquarie and (with the Investigator) the coasts of northern New South Wales and southern Queensland. She also has links to other locations around the East Coast such as Trial Bay in NSW and the Mt Gambier area of SA. After 25 years of service while trading on the island of Baba the Lady Nelson was overrun by the islanders, the crew was killed and the ship stripped and later burnt and sunk. A replica of the Lady Nelson was built in the 1980s.Image of a tall ship in sail. The ship is flying both the Aboriginal flag and the Australian Flag. It sails on a calm sea. There are figures on the deck - four in total. The image is mounted on cream board and framed in dark timber. Etching, hand coloured,.Front: 'Lady Nelson A/P BT' - hand written, pencil in between etching and mount Back: Artist's business card glued to back of etching, lower left hand corner:ady nelson, femal artists, female artist, women -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.Photograph - PETER ELLIS COLLECTION: ABORIGINAL MEN
... Copy of a black and white photo of three Aboriginal men putting out a camp fire by peeing on it. ...Photograph PETER ELLIS COLLECTION: ABORIGINAL MEN ...Copy of a black and white photo of three Aboriginal men putting out a camp fire by peeing on it. A boy is watching them. Printing in the bottom right corner reads: Trans Continental Railway - 1945. Blackfellows putting out a fire.photo, group, male, peter ellis collection, trans continental railway 1945, aborigines -
Port Melbourne Historical & Preservation SocietyBook, Gary Presland, "First People. The Eastern Kulin of Melbourne, Poprt Phillip and Central Victoria", 2010
... The Eastern Kulin of Melbourne, Port Phillip and Central Victoria" This book is, in effect, a second edition of "Aboriginal Melbourne - the Lost Land of the Kulin People" written by Gary Presland 25 years earlier...The Eastern Kulin of Melbourne, Port Phillip and Central Victoria" This book is, in effect, a second edition of "Aboriginal Melbourne - the Lost Land of the Kulin People" written by Gary Presland 25 years earlier "First People. ...COPYRIGHT Gary Presland "First People. The Eastern Kulin of Melbourne, Port Phillip and Central Victoria" This book is, in effect, a second edition of "Aboriginal Melbourne - the Lost Land of the Kulin People" written by Gary Presland 25 years earlierindigenous australians, natural environment, kulin nation, gary presland -
Victorian Aboriginal Corporation for LanguagesVideo, David Channing, Meetings mean business, 2000
... Jimmy Little offers help to newly-established Aboriginal corporations in successfully running meetings. ...Indigenous business enterprise Jimmy Little videocassette Jimmy Little offers help to newly-established Aboriginal corporations in successfully running meetings. ...Jimmy Little offers help to newly-established Aboriginal corporations in successfully running meetings. He outlines the suitable qualities of a chairperson, the duties of other office bearers such as the Treasurer and the Secretary and runs through definitions of "quorum","agenda" and "minutes".videocassetteindigenous business enterprise, jimmy little -
Victorian Aboriginal Corporation for LanguagesBook, Gary Presland, Journals of G.A. Robinson, May to August 1841, 1980
... Contains numerous references to Aboriginal social organisation, personal name lists and clan grouping. ...Contains numerous references to Aboriginal social organisation, personal name lists and clan grouping. ...Transcription of G. A. Robinson?s journals for the period of May to August 1841. Contains numerous references to Aboriginal social organisation, personal name lists and clan grouping. Reproductions of Robinson?s sketches. Edited with an introduction by Gary Presland.maps, b&w illustrationsgeorge augustus robinson -
Victorian Aboriginal Corporation for LanguagesBook, D W A Baker, The civilised surveyor : Thomas Mitchell and the Australian Aborigines, 1997
... Thomas Mitchell, surveyor in Sydney from 1827 at the time when Squatters were extending their runs with huge detriment to the Aboriginal population. Mitchell and his men were ambiguous in their treatment of the people. ...Thomas Mitchell New South Wales history race relations racism colonisation Maps, b&w illustrations Thomas Mitchell, surveyor in Sydney from 1827 at the time when Squatters were extending their runs with huge detriment to the Aboriginal population. Mitchell and his men were ambiguous in their treatment of the people. ...Thomas Mitchell, surveyor in Sydney from 1827 at the time when Squatters were extending their runs with huge detriment to the Aboriginal population. Mitchell and his men were ambiguous in their treatment of the people. His conviction was in the superiority of the British civilisation.Maps, b&w illustrationsthomas mitchell, new south wales history, race relations, racism, colonisation -
Lakes Entrance Historical SocietyPostcard - Charlie Green, Lake Tyers Victoria, Bulmer H D, 1920
... Black and white photographic postcard showing Charlie Green, an Aboriginal man of Lake Tyers, climbing a tree with the aid of a harness. ...Reference: Page 237 'The Kurnai of Gippsland' by Phillip Pepper Waterways Vegetation Aboriginals Black and white photographic postcard showing Charlie Green, an Aboriginal man of Lake Tyers, climbing a tree with the aid of a harness. ...Charlie Green climbs a tree, using traditional bark sling. Reference: Page 237 'The Kurnai of Gippsland' by Phillip PepperBlack and white photographic postcard showing Charlie Green, an Aboriginal man of Lake Tyers, climbing a tree with the aid of a harness. Has an axe in his right hand. Lake and bush covered bank in background Lake Tyers Victoriawaterways, vegetation, aboriginals -
Lakes Entrance Historical SocietyPhotograph - Wedding at Lake Tyers Aboriginal Station. Lake Tyers Victoria c1949
... Black and white photograph of bride and groom standing beside a motor vehicle at Lake Tyers Aboriginal Station. Bride is wearing a veil and holding both a bouquet and a document. ...Aboriginals Celebrations Transport Black and white photograph of bride and groom standing beside a motor vehicle at Lake Tyers Aboriginal Station. ...Black and white photograph of bride and groom standing beside a motor vehicle at Lake Tyers Aboriginal Station. Bride is wearing a veil and holding both a bouquet and a document. Groom has a flower on his lapel. Lake Tyers Victoriaaboriginals, celebrations, transport -
Lakes Entrance Historical SocietyPhotograph - Wedding at Lake Tyers Aboriginal Station. Lake Tyers Victoria c1949
... Black and white photograph of a Bride and her father standing by the gate of a house at Lake Tyers Aboriginal Station. Bride is wearing a veil and carrying a bouquet, father dressed in a dark suit, white shirt and tie. ...Aboriginals Celebrations Houses Black and white photograph of a Bride and her father standing by the gate of a house at Lake Tyers Aboriginal Station. ...Black and white photograph of a Bride and her father standing by the gate of a house at Lake Tyers Aboriginal Station. Bride is wearing a veil and carrying a bouquet, father dressed in a dark suit, white shirt and tie. Lake Tyers Victoriaaboriginals, celebrations, houses -
Lakes Entrance Historical SocietyBook, Gippsland Heritage Journal - issue 23, 1999
... This issue contains articles on the McMahon brothers voyage to Sydney by rowing boat, Dorothy Humphreys Soprano, Photographers Bert Boardman and Neil Macfarlane, Aboriginal historical sites on the Snowy River, Wilson's Promontory National Park, Crosslea H...Photography Aboriginals Ships and Shipping This issue contains articles on the McMahon brothers voyage to Sydney by rowing boat, Dorothy Humphreys Soprano, Photographers Bert Boardman and Neil Macfarlane, Aboriginal historical sites on the Snowy River, Wilson's Promontory National Park, Crosslea H Gippsland Heritage Journal - issue 23 Book ...This issue contains articles on the McMahon brothers voyage to Sydney by rowing boat, Dorothy Humphreys Soprano, Photographers Bert Boardman and Neil Macfarlane, Aboriginal historical sites on the Snowy River, Wilson's Promontory National Park, Crosslea Hphotography, aboriginals, ships and shipping -
Lilydale RSL Sub BranchStamp maxi cards, 100 Years of Service
... One depicting two Sergeants in New Guinea in 1944 and one depicting service in Oak Valley Aboriginal Community, SA. First day of issue 15 Feb 2001 ...One depicting two Sergeants in New Guinea in 1944 and one depicting service in Oak Valley Aboriginal Community, SA. First day of issue 15 Feb 2001 100 Years of Service Stamp maxi cards ...Set of two maxi cards each with 45 stamp. One depicting two Sergeants in New Guinea in 1944 and one depicting service in Oak Valley Aboriginal Community, SA. First day of issue 15 Feb 2001 -
Lara RSL Sub BranchAustralian Commonwealth Military Forces Rising Sun Badge
... The badge is readily identified with the spirit of ANZAC, the legend of the Australian soldier, and the esprit de corps of the Army itself, due to its association with the landings at Gallipoli in 1915. ...The badge is readily identified with the spirit of ANZAC, the legend of the Australian soldier, and the esprit de corps of the Army itself, due to its association with the landings at Gallipoli in 1915. ...The Rising Sun badge, also known as the General Service Badge or the Australian Army Badge, is the official insignia of the Australian Army. The badge is readily identified with the spirit of ANZAC, the legend of the Australian soldier, and the esprit de corps of the Army itself, due to its association with the landings at Gallipoli in 1915. The Rising Sun badge carried a scroll inscribed with the words ‘Australian Commonwealth Military Forces’ and was worn throughout both World Wars. There were, however, a number of variations of the badge; a special version was struck for the coronation of King Edward VII in 1902 and there were badges of the Commonwealth Horse and the Australian Instructional Corps, each with its respective title on the scrolls. This pattern badge formed the template for all subsequent General Service badges.Australian Rising sun badge, anodised silver on the front and two eyelets on the back. Australian Commonwealth Military Forces.rising sun badge, lara r.s.l. badges, australian army badges. -
Dandenong/Cranbourne RSL Sub BranchPlaque - WW1 Memorial Plaque, Circa 1919/20
... stamped behind back leg of lion. The legend reads (in capitals) "He died for freedom and honour". ...stamped behind back leg of lion. The legend reads (in capitals) "He died for freedom and honour". ...Circular plaque with an image of Britannia standing with a lion and holding a trident and an olive wreath. Below the name tablet, to the right of the lion, is an oak spray with acorns. Two dolphins swim around Britannia, symbolizing Britain's sea power, and at the bottom a second lion is tearing apart the German eagle. There is a rectangular tablet reading AUGUSTUS CAMPBELL cast in raised letters. Number 9? stamped behind back leg of lion. The legend reads (in capitals) "He died for freedom and honour". Designer’s, Edward Carter Preston, initials in front of lion’s front foot. -
Australian Gliding MuseumMachine - Glider - Sailplane, 1937
... Registration letters “FC” on fuselage nose port side, Australian flag, Vintage Gliders Australia and VMFG decals on rudder, “Golden Eagle” lettering in red on each side of the fuselage below the canopy, Aboriginal flag decal on port side of fuselage below the canopy. ...The exhibit is of great significance for Australian gliding history – the Golden Eagle is a flyable 1930s aircraft in excellent condition that was designed and built by an Australian gliding pioneer. australian gliding glider sailplane golden eagle richardson patching vmfg victorian motorless flight group Registration letters “FC” on fuselage nose port side, Australian flag, Vintage Gliders Australia and VMFG decals on rudder, “Golden Eagle” lettering in red on each side of the fuselage below the canopy, Aboriginal flag decal on port side of fuselage below the canopy. ...The Golden Eagle is an original design by Geoff Richardson. Geoff commenced gliding in the early days of the sport circa 1933 in Melbourne, flying at Coode Island and Mt Frazer. In 1934, he began construction of a secondary type glider but scrapped it upon realizing that a better design was needed. He conducted further research and came up with a sailplane of similar size and general arrangement to the Grunau Baby but with a “Gull” wing using a Gottingen 535 wing section (the same as for the Grunau Baby). Geoff did all the technical calculations himself and even made up and tested a Casein glue for the construction. Geoff competed construction of his new sailplane (which he called the “Golden Eagle”) in 1937 and it was test flown at Laverton at the western edge of Melbourne in September 1937. On the same day, at Laverton, the Gliding Club of Victoria flew its new Grunau Baby 2 sailplane which it had imported as a finished machine from Edmund Schneider in Germany. The Golden Eagle was found to fly well, having a similar performance to the Grunau Baby. In the 1950s, the Golden Eagle was modified by rebuilding the front of the fuselage to enclose the cockpit with a Perspex canopy. A landing wheel was incorporated behind the skid. Spoilers were added to the wings and a trim tab to the elevators. The Golden Eagle has been flown with the VMFG (Victorian Motorless Flight Group) for most of its long life. When donated to the Australian Gliding Museum in 2016 by Alan Patching it was probably the oldest, continuously airworthy glider in the world. Having regard to the historical significance of the Golden Eagle, the Museum has decided to not to fly it anymore to avoid risk of loss or damage. The exhibit is of great significance for Australian gliding history – the Golden Eagle is a flyable 1930s aircraft in excellent condition that was designed and built by an Australian gliding pioneer. Single seat wood and fabric sailplane finished with white wings, tailplane and rudder and yellow fuselage Registration letters “FC” on fuselage nose port side, Australian flag, Vintage Gliders Australia and VMFG decals on rudder, “Golden Eagle” lettering in red on each side of the fuselage below the canopy, Aboriginal flag decal on port side of fuselage below the canopy. australian gliding, glider, sailplane, golden eagle, richardson, patching, vmfg, victorian motorless flight group
