These buttons and lapel wings were issued either by the English Royal Australian Air Force or the Royal Australian Air Force and probably date from pre-World War Two. The Royal Australian Air Force is the aerial section of the Australian Defence Force and was established in 1921. It succeeded the formation of the Australian Flying Corps in 1912. These badges are of interest as early mementoes of the Air Force.1 Two metal badges with raised image of eagle in full flight with a crown above it.They are shank buttons with a connecting link. The eagle is yellow metal with split pin at the rear..1 Buttons J R Gaunt Ltd London.english royal australian air force, australian defence force

A wooden shield with a gold crest of laurel wreath, eagle and South vietnamese flag. Written in red under eagle "To Quoc Danh Du Trach Nhiem. The shield is covered with perspex.The Vietnamese Veterans Association of Victoria presents this plaque to the H.M.A.S. SYDNEY & VLSV Association in appreciation - 19 May 2013shield, hmas cerberus, cerberus collection

One of a collection of over 400 photographs in an album commenced in 1960 and presented to the Phillip Island & Westernport Historical Society by the Shire of Phillip IslandPhotograph of the Ferry "Eagle Star" steaming away from shore.local history, photography, photographs, ferries, ferry "eagle star", shipping, eagle star, john jenner, bryant west

Part of local man Ren Smith, ex RAAF, WW2 serviceman's memorabilia.Small round black shank button featuring crown and eagle.To - 283ren smith, raaf uniform accessories, bakelite buttons

Brass eagle with wings out-stretched Known as 'Pathfinder Badge'As abovebadge, world war i

Needs context and donar information.Composite plaque depicting a golden eagle imposed on metal disc. Mountains and Asian writing located behind the eagle. There is a metal hook located at the top and a silver coloured screw visible on the verso of the plaque.PMA0203/1 located on verso top left corner ‘Craft Article China’gifts

Bronze badges in relief mounted on a wooden plaque. Image details an eagle in flight in front of a pair of crossed swords. Also has the text ' Commander Australian Forces Vietnam' mounted below eagle. vietnam, commander australian forces vietnam, plaque

1 set cuff links and tie pin,RAAF badge with eagleephemera, raaf

shows crowd of people on the jetty and onshore during the New Years Day Regatta at Metung VictoriaBlack and white photograph taken from the fishing boat Eagle Star celebrations, boats and boating, jetties

This badge is an example of 'sweetheart' jewellery from the Second World War. Often worn by female relatives, girlfriend or wife, the brooches were a symbol of pride, support and affection for a loved one serving in the armed forces. They could be purchased by the women themselves or given as a gift by servicemen Silver coloured metal brooch depicting soaring eagle with pin at backOn rear of tail stamped STG SIL - sterling silverbrooch, airforce, raaf, ww2

One of several illustrated envelopes without letter sketched by soldier/s during the second world war and sent to Mrs MacDonald of WangarattaVictoria's 2/24th Infantry Battalion was raised in Wangaratta in July 1940. They were welcomed with open arms by the local community as they rapidly built up their numbers. The people of Wangaratta adopted the Battalion and they became known as "Wangaratta's Own" because of the time the battalion spent in the town during its formative period prior to deployment overseas. Many of the soldiers maintained life long friendships with the people of Wangaratta. Even though the Battation was disbanded in 1946 members and their families return each year, in November, for a commemorative service at the 2/24th Battalion Memorial Wall at the Wangaratta Cemetery.Cream paper envelope with a circular sketch of an eagle holding shell/bomb Top left - Red Cross Top right - postage stamp Centre - AIF Censor stamp and signature Right side - Mrs M MacDonald "Monald" 32 Grey Street Wangaratta Victoria Australia Bottom Left - Australian Red Cross Society ww2, envelope art

Small head and shoulder portrait of a lady. She is wearing a high neck dress with a small white collar and a brooch at the neck. The dress has ruffles down each side front of the bodice. She has a dark ribbon round her neck and is wearing a locket.T. M. Cleaves, View Point, Eagle Hawkphotograph, portrait, female, portrait of a lady t m cleaves

Small oval head and shoulder portrait of a man. He is wearing a jacket buttoned with a single button and waistcoat. He has a bushy beard and is also wearing spectacles.T. M. Cleaves, View Point, Eagle Hawkphotograph, portrait, male, portrait of a man, t m cleaves

Small oval head and shoulder portrait of a man wearing a jacket and white shirt. He also has a beard.T. M. Cleaves, View Point, Eagle Hawkphotograph, portrait, male, portrait of a man, t m cleaves

Small oval head and shoulder portrait of a man wearing a jacket, vest and watch chain. He has a beard.T. M. Cleaves, View Point Eagle Hawkphotograph, portrait, male, portrait of a man, t m cleaves

Gold lighter heavily worn with inscription and two screws in the base.1st Maw above a diamond shaped crest with an eagle.zippo lighter, 1st maw, 1st marine aircraft wing

Propaganda Poster showing Luftwaffe Pilot . Eagle and Swastikas with word "unsere" . This Luftwaffe propaganda poster from WWII. In the middle of the poster you can see the classic German Airforce insigna "Der Adler" ('the Eagle")

Golf trophy awarded by the Thomastown Golf Club. Bob Jones was a foundation member of the Club and Secretary for many years.Thomastown Golf Club was a social club formed in 1976. This is part of the Robert (Bob) Jones collection of Club memorabilia.Golf trophy, plastic golfer engraved on circle over eagle on stone base."T.G.C. Bob Jones, C Grade, Gisborne, 19/06/1988." engraved on plaque.thomastown golf club, golf trophies, bob jones

1 set of Flight Lieutenant's epaulettes with Brass buttons and crowned eagle insignia.uniform, ww2, raaf

Part of a collection presented by Miss Edith Elms via Chrisy NorthcoteEagles Nest from cliff top near San Remo. Long grass in foreground.local history, photography, photographs, birdlife, seascapes, eagle nest, black & white photograph, san remo