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Melbourne Tram Museum
Document - Report, Tramway Board, "Tramway Board - Report and Statement of Accounts for year ended 30 June 1919 - No. 3", 1919
Report - 28 pages - part centre stapled, part folded and glued into a separate section onto the rear cover, with a red cover, titled "Tramway Board - Report and Statement of Accounts for year ended 30 June 1919 - No. 3". Gives a detail report of the Board's activities, passenger traffic, issues, MTO Co matters, statistical information, a list of those enlisted, died on active service, graphs and lists Board members and officers.trams, tramways, tramway board, cable trams, annual reports, mto co, world war 1 -
Bendigo Military Museum
Administrative record - IDENTITY CARD
Item re Frederick Gardner DAVEY DFC No 410533 RAAF. Refer Reg No 3536P for his service details. Frederick Gardner DAVEY held the rank of P/O (Pilot Officer) at the date of issue. Folded, pink, Royal Air Force identity card. Black / white photo of owner Frederick Gardner DAVEY. Conditions of use printed on back of card. In black print on front cover: IDENTITY CARD FOR ALL RANKS OF THE ROYAL AIR FORCE, WOMEN'S AUXIL IARY AIR FORCE AND THE DOMINION AIR FORCES Card No 828520 R.A.F. FORM 1250 (R) Personal details handwritten in black ink on inside.identification, dominium forces, ww2 -
Uniting Church Archives - Synod of Victoria
Photograph, 1985
Reverend Rob A. Kirwood was ordained in 1973 and was stationed at Smithton 1973-1975, Glenorchy 1976-1985, Synod Mission Officer 1985-1991, and Patrol Padre Frontier Services Centralian Patrol from 1991.B & W photograph of Rob Kirwood (left) and Ted White (right) standing and writing in notebooks."Rob Kirwood & Ted White"kirkwood, rob, white, ted, methodist, minister, frontier services -
Ballarat Base Hospital Trained Nurses League
85th Annual Reunion 2013 - photos x 4
Honour Boards: x 3 Senior Nursing Officers, Ballarat Base Hospital - ** a) Matron Board ** b) Executive Director, Nursing Services Board, commenced 1978. ** Jean K. Finlayson Scholarship Board Hard Copiesreunion, annual, 85th, 2013, menadue, shea, faull, egan, perkins -
Bendigo Military Museum
Booklet - PROGRAMME OF PARADES, Australian Army Reserve - RACT, Australian Army Reserve: 3 Divisional Column. Royal Australian Corps of Transport. HQ 7 TRANSPORT COMPANY: PROGRAMME, 1975
Programme of Parades diary for half year ending 30 Nov 1975, "MAJ. K.J. HERDMAN" Officer Commanding. Part of the Kevin John Herdman No. 397661 collection. See catalogue No. 5942P for details of his service.Soft covered booklet with stapled pages. 8 pages with cut edges. Text on cover and pages in blue type. Cover features the insignia of RACT. Pages 2 to 7 set out in diary form.Handwritten notes in black and blue ink on various pages. Handwritten on front cover, 397661, "MAJ K.J. HERDMAN". Handwritten on back cover: '059 6622 50'ract, parade programme, kevin john herdman -
8th/13th Victorian Mounted Rifles Regimental Collection
Uniform - Honorary Colonel Fairbairn, 1980 circa
This tunic was worn by Sir David Fairbairn KBE DFC when Honorary Colonel of 8th/13th Victorian Mounted Rifles Regiment 1981-83. Sir David served with 21st Light Horse prior to World War Two. During WWII he served with the Royal Australian Air Force flying Spitfires in Britain and Europe and later in the war, in the Pacific theatre. Following the war, he entered politics, holding the federal seat of Farrer from 1949-1975. He was Minister for Defence 1971-73. Sir David was Australian Ambassador to the Netherlands 1977-1980.This object is well provenanced, complete and representative uniform worn by an honorary colonel of the 8th/13th Victorian Mounted Rifles Regiment, a man who gave exemplary service as a serviceman, politician and diplomat.Service dress tunic, polyester summer, with yellow cord lanyard, officer badges of rank, 8/13 Victorian Mounted Rifles collar badges, silver Royal Australian Armoured Corps (RAAC) buttons, and pilot qualification badge (wings). Neck decoration Knight Commander of British Empire (KBE) (Civilian list) (replica); ribbon bar denoting: Order of the British Empire (Civil), Distinguished Flying Cross (DFC), 39-45 Star, Europe and Germany Star, Pacific Star, Defence Medal 1939-45, British War Medal 1939-45, Australian Service Medal 1939-45, Queen Elizabeth II Coronation Medal. uniform, fairbairn, vmr, raaf, honorary, ambassador, wwii, spitfire, world war two, parliament -
8th/13th Victorian Mounted Rifles Regimental Collection
Uniform - Fyffe uniform & hat, 1945 circa
VX 42774 Captain Robert (Bob) Fyffe, a grazier from Tocumwal, NSW, served with the Tocumwal troop of the 20th Light Horse prior to WWII (1939-46). He enlisted at the outbreak of war and served with the 9th Division Cavalry Regiment in North Africa. During the attack on Trig 22 on 17 July 1942 Captain Fyffe commanding a composite squadron manoeuvred his tanks to knock out machine guns and anti-tank guns enabling 2/32 Battalion to capture the objective. Captain Fyffe was awarded the Military Cross for his leadership and courage in the action. This was 9th Division Cavalry's first tank action of the war.Fine example of a uniform worn by a well known grazier and citizen soldier of the Tocumwal district, southern NSW, in both peace and war.Khaki wool serge officer's tunic with leather Sam Browne belt and revolver holster, and slouch hat with emu plumes and 20th Light Horse hat badge against red backing. Tunic has 20th Light Horse colour patches. overseas service chevrons and ribbon bar for Military Cross, 39-45 Star, Africa Star, Defence medal, British War Medal and Australian Service Medal 1939-45; metal Australia shoulder titles captain's rank stars and Rising Sun collar badges. Uniform worn by Captain Robert Fyffe MC, 20th Light Horse and 6th Division Cavalry Regiment AIF.. uniform, fyffe robert captain mc, 20th light horse, 9th division cavalry regiment, military cross -
Uniting Church Archives - Synod of Victoria
Photograph, c. 1977
B 1936 Glasgow arr in Australia 1950 Ordained 1963 First appointment Corryong 1963-1967; then went to New Town Tas 1967-1970; East Kew 1970-1976; Stated Clerk Presbyterian Assembly Of Victoria 1976-1977;Assoc Sec Synod of Victoria 1977-1980; Evangelism Officer Div Field services Synod of Vic 1981-02/87; Interim Exec Sec Field services 03/87-01/89; Presbytery Officer Western Port Presbytery 02/89- 06/95, Executive Secretary VCC 07/95B&W gloss waist length photograph of the Rev. Hamish Christie-Johnston, wearing a jumper and tie. christie-johnston, hamish; synod of victoria; western port presbytery; presbyterian minister; uniting church minister; east kew presbyterian/uniting church; stated clerk presbyterian assembly victoria -
Uniting Church Archives - Synod of Victoria
Photograph, c. 1970s
B 1936 Glasgow arr in Australia 1950 Ordained 1963 First appointment Corryong 1963-1967; then went to New Town Tas 1967-1970; East Kew 1970-1976; Stated Clerk Presbyterian Assembly Of Victoria 1976-1977;Assoc Sec Synod of Victoria 1977-1980; Evangelism Officer Div Field services Synod of Vic 1981-02/87; Interim Exec Sec Field services 03/87-01/89; Presbytery Officer Western Port Presbytery 02/89- 06/95, Executive Secretary VCC 07/95B & W waist length photograph of Rev. Hamish Christie-Johnston seated at a desk, holding an open book. christie-johnston, hamish; synod of victoria; western port presbytery; presbyterian minister; uniting church minister; east kew presbyterian/uniting church; stated clerk presbyterian assembly victoria -
Uniting Church Archives - Synod of Victoria
Programme - Methodist Girls' Conradeship, Dedication Service
This is the programme for the Methodist Girls' Comradeship Dedication Service for the General Grand Council Officers on Tuesday 7 August 1945 at 8 pm at the Lygon Street Church. The Chairman was Rev T C Rentoul Secretary General. Presentation and installation of General Grand Council Officers was given by Rev W J Bailey and Rev C Gallacher. The address was given by Dr E C Pallot.Cream bi-fold paper with black text and borders. The front bears an image of the logo of the Methodist Church of Australasia.methodist girls' comardeship, rev c gallacher, rev w j bailey, rev t c rentoul, lygon street methodist church, dr e c pallot -
Melbourne Tram Museum
Administrative record, Melbourne & Metropolitan Tramways Board (MMTB), "1970 Royal Visit", 1970
Set of instructions or Administrative document prepared by the MMTB for the 1970 Royal Visit to Melbourne by HM Queen Elizabeth II and family during April 1970. Instructions for Traffic Officers regarding the Royal Progress, holding tram and bus services while the motorcade passed. Details the arrangements for each day, timing, locations, Traffic Officer's responsibilities, and Inspector table numbers. Dated 17-3-1970.Yields information about the arrangements for the 1970 Royal Visit and tram and bus planning.Administrative Record or booklet - 14 typed foolscap pages stapled within a manila folder.tramcars, tramways, royal visit, royal progress, inspectors, traffic officers -
Bendigo Military Museum
Document - TRAINING EXERCISE, QUIZ, ARMY
3rd Division Staff Officers Course - Quiz Nos. 1-5 and 7. Date: June 1972 to March 1973. Part of the "Kevin John Herdman" no. 397661 collection. See Cat No. 5942P for details of his service.Collection of multipage documents with printing in black type on one side of each page. Pages of each document stapled on top LHC. A.4, foolscap and quarto sized pages on green coloured paper.Handwritten answers and anecdotes on each document in red, blue and black ink.officer training, quiz, army, kevin john herdman -
Bendigo Military Museum
Document - TRAINING COURSE, OFFICER, ARMY
3rd Division Staff Officers Training Course - Field Firing Exercise - 22nd May 1973. Question and answer document. Part of the "Kevin John Herdman" No. 397661 collection. See Cat No. 5942P for details of his service.Multipage document on both A4 and foolscap paper. Cover sheet has text in black type with handwritten details in red and blue ink. Foolscap sized pages are lined and contain handwritten detail in blue ink. Remaining A4 pages are on green coloured paper with text in black type. Pages are stapled on top LHC.Various comments, answers and anecdotes on pages in red and blue ink.field firing, training course, army, kevin john herdman -
4th/19th Prince of Wales's Light Horse Regiment Unit History Room
Medal Set, Col S G A Hindhaugh, 1914-1945
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 -
Melbourne Tram Museum
Document - Report, Victorian Parliament, "Report - The Parliamentary Standing Committee on the Proposed Black Rock, Beaumaris and Mentone Connecting Railway.", Dec. 1910
Printed - 10 page foolscap, stapled on left hand side, 2 sections, Victorian State Parliamentary Report titled "Report - The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Railways on the Proposed Black Rock, Beaumaris and Mentone Connecting Railway.", together with minutes of evidence, dated 19/12/1910 References the Black Rock tramway, background of the district, evidence, tramway or railway service, land acquisition, cost of railways or tramways, report from Traffic Officers, costs and recommendations.trams, tramways, sandringham, mentone, beaumaris, railways, tramways, proposals -
8th/13th Victorian Mounted Rifles Regimental Collection
Medal - India Medal 1895
The India Medal was a campaign medal approved in 1896 for issue to officers and men of the British and Indian armies. The India Medal was awarded for various minor military campaigns in India, chiefly for service on the North-West Frontier during 1895 to 1902. This medal replaced the India General Service Medal (1854). Each campaign was represented by a clasp on the ribbon; seven were sanctioned.White metal medal with maroon and black striped ribbon.india, 1895, north west frontier, british army -
Melbourne Legacy
Photograph, Brigade Commander and Staff, 17th Australian Infantry Brigade, Second A.I.F
A photo of the second AIF, 17th Infantry Brigade commander and staff. Lieut General Sir Stanley Savige, the founder of Melbourne Legacy had returned to active service in the Second World War. Caption describes: Front left to right- FRONT ROW: Captain I K Whittaker (Intelligence Officer); Major B W Pulver (Brigade Major); Brigadier S G Savige, DSO, MC, ED (Brigade Commander); Captain G H Brock (Staff Captain). REAR ROW: Lieutenant N M French (Entertainment Co-ordinating Officer); Captain A T McLean (Supply Officer); Captain J N Henry (Veterinary Officer); Lieutnant J A H McGeoch (Transport Officer). The bulldog is Roger, the Brigade mascot.The photo includes Sir Stanley Savige as a Brigadier in the 2nd A.I.F. as he returned to active service in the second world war.Black and white photo of a group of officers in a timber frame.Caption describes the names, rank, and position held within the brigade.savige, stan savige, world war two -
Kyneton RSL Sub Branch
Badge, Medically Unfit, c1915
History / Summary This badge was issued to people of military age who had volunteered for active service outside Australia since 1 July 1915, but had been certified by an authorised Medical Officer as medically unfit to do so.Circular badge with two loops on back. Pin missing.Around circumference of badge, Volunteer for active service , below coat of Arms, Medically Unfit. Next line , Issued by Department of Defence. Back, 58682ww1, badge -
Eltham District Historical Society Inc
Document - Folder, O'Malley, Stephen
Eltham resident, Stephen O'Malley, as Melbourne Fire Brigade's multicultural liaison officer, teaches new arrivals to Australia about fire safety and emergency services in Australia. He was awarded an Australian Fire Service Medal in the 2010 Australia Day Awards. Contents Newspaper article: "A great honour for firefighter Stephen O'Malley", Diamond Valley Leader, 27 January 2010, Stephen O'Malley awarded an Australian Fire Service Medal in 2010 Australia Day Awards.Newspaper clippings, A4 photocopies, etcstephen o'malley, metropolitan fire brigade -
Ambulance Victoria Museum
Medallion, Commemorative, Metropolitan Ambulance Service, Doncaster headquarters opening, 16 May 1989
presented to staff to mark the official opening of the Doncaster headquarters. Given to Laurence Spelling. Laurie Spelling joined the ambulance service in the early 1970s and completed various training courses at the Ambulance Officer's Training Centre. He was employed by the Peninsula Ambulance Service and later qualified as a paramedic and was MICA coordinator. In the period 1999-2003 he was area manager for Rural Ambulance Victoria.Bronze circular medallion in plastic case. presented to staff to mark the official opening of the Doncaster headquartersdoncaster, laurie spelling, laurence pearce spelling -
Ambulance Victoria Museum
Puzzle, promotional, ambulance membership, 1996
Givaway promotionl item used for Ambulance Week in 1996. Given to Laurence Spelling. Laurie Spelling joined the ambulance service in the early 1970s and completed various training courses at the Ambulance Officer's Training Centre. He was employed by the Peninsula Ambulance Service and later qualified as a paramedic and was MICA coordinator. In the period 1999-2003 he was area manager for Rural Ambulance Victoria.White plastic puzzle with movable parts. Features caricature of ambulance office in slouch hat. presented to staff to mark the official opening of the Doncaster headquartersambulance week, membership, laurie spelling, laurence pearce spelling -
Bendigo Military Museum
Uniform - SERVICE DRESS, ARMY - Royal Australian Army Survey Corps Uniform, Commonwealth Govt Clothing Factory, 1970-1988
This is the peaked cap and uniform of 36898 Warrant Officer Thomas William Pattison, Royal Australian Survey Corps, Army Survey Regiment who served from 21 Mar 1960 until 16 Jan 1993 and died whilst in service.1. Cap - Polyester, Khaki, small peak, leather band, metal Insignia. 2. Jacket - polyester, khaki, yellow metal buttons, Insignia badges, purple lanyard, embroidered Insignia lower sleeves. 3, Shirt - polyester, short sleeves, embroidered insignia on sleeves. 4. Pants - Polyester, Khaki.Jacket - embroidered Insignia on lower sleeves - Crown.uniform, army, royal australian survey corps, rasvy, army survey regiment, army svy regt, asr -
Kew Historical Society Inc
Archive (Sub-series) - Subject File, Kew Historical Society et al, Human Services, 1997
Various partiesReference, Research, InformationSecondary Values (KHS Imposed Order)Subject file containing a three-part ‘Field Analysis’ / Major Assignment for RMIT Coursework by Lisa D’Acri and Simon Chambers on the History of Kew. Part 1 covers a ‘Community Area Profile’ (8 pages), Part 2 covers ‘Community Issues - The Effects of Amalgamation’ (4 pages), Part 3 covers ‘Human Service Organisation: Kew Residential Services’ (9 Pages). The research includes an analysis of demographic change over time, and summaries of interviews with residents and council officers. The file also includes the text of a talk provided by Lisa D’Acri to the Society in 1997 on Researching Kew’s History. Specific organisations covered include: Kew Cottages, St Nicholas Parents Assn. Inc.kew historical society - archives, kew - history, social services - kew (vic), local government amalgamations - kew (vic)kew historical society - archives, kew - history, social services - kew (vic), local government amalgamations - kew (vic) -
Deaf Children Australia
Newspaper Clippings, Newspaper Clipping collection, 1903-1908, 1922-1982, 2002-2004
The newspaper clippings have been collected for nearly 80 years, consistently, with a wide range of topics covered, all relating in some way to the deaf community.Thirty seven book, folders and boxes containing newspaper cuttings collected from July 1903 to 1908, 1922 to 1982 and 2002 to 2004. Articles related to the Victorian Deaf & Dumb Institution, Victorian School for Deaf Children, Deaf Children Australia, the deaf community and other relevant topics. The newspapers included are Melbourne, regional and interstate. Much of the collection was put together by the publicity officer of the time. A clipping service was used in the later years. Each article has the newspaper and date clipped or handwritten.deaf children australia, deaf education, newspapers, cuttings, deaf community -
Seaworks Maritime Museum
Certificate, 12/02/1912
A4 sized certificate with a black border and red seal. "Victoria/ River Pilot Service/ This is to certify that/ Alba Cunnigham/ is duly qualified and competent to take charge and navigate all/ craft plying upon the Upper Yarra River Melbourne/ Licence issued under the Marine Board/ This twelfth day of February 1912/ Port Officer" written with pencil on the back "7.06" -
Bendigo Military Museum
Photograph - PHOTOGRAPH - FRAMED WW1, Wayne Eels, C.2008/2009
The Grinton Collection. 38th Bn Officers and Sergeants in Le Harve France. Identified so far. 1st of left, Sgt Fred Lehman MM, 3rd from left, Sgt Coffey. Refer Cat No. 1280 for Jack Grintons service details.Photograph framed. Photograph - black and white photograph on paper - Depicting seven soldiers in uniform standing on a foot path/terrace with balustrade in background and to left buildings and to right, water. Frame - timber, light varnish finish, Perspex front, cardboard backing."Group 3: Trip of a Lifetime" "F. 38th Battalion soldiers - Le Havre".framed accessories, camera on the somme, ww1, 38th bn, grinton, le havre -
Melbourne Legacy
Film, A Weekend at Somers, 1964
A black and white film about Legacy camps, that was first shown at Legacy Club Night, 24th June 1965, with 200 people present. Last shown at Legacy Somers Camp, 14th April 1967, with 120 present. It is 23 min long and documents the routine and activities of a typical weekend at Somers, ending with a speech by Melbourne Legacy President I.W Anderson, who was President in 1964. Commentary Geoff McComas, Photography Garry Jones. This film has been digitised to preserve its content. Melbourne Legacy gratefully acknowledges the support of the Victorian Government and Public Record Office Victoria for making this possible.Rare footage of activities run by Melbourne Legacy for boys post WWII which indicates how many children Legacy cared for both in Victoria and nationally and shows the dedication of Legatees in providing this careGreen circular tin containing 10 inch reel in regular 8 mm film. B/W and sound. Tin has cover with details of film inside, including title, running time, and some credits. Inside the tin cover there is a place of showing list, starting at 24th of June 1965 at Legacy House Club Night.Top of tin has cover with the following: MELBOURNE LEGACY / “LEGACY HOUSE” / 293 Swanston Street, Melbourne, C.1 FILM / “A WEEKEND AT SOMERS” / Black and White - Running Time 20 mins. Commentary by Geoff. McComas / Produced by B.C.J.P Return to Executive Officer “Service to Widows of Ex-Servicemen and their Children”somers camp, junior legatees -
Tatura Irrigation & Wartime Camps Museum
Folder, WW1 Personnel Records
Records of service of Major William Thomas Tackaberry during WW1 and WW2.Commanding Officer, Lt. Colonel, 17 Garrison Battalion AIF 6.10.1939 Dhurringile Internment Camp 1. Commandant Group of Internment Camps (Tatura) in Southern Command 1. 8. 1940Cream coloured light card cover with brown spine and rectangle supplied by National Archives of Australia enclosing copies of Personnel Records from World War 1 (21) and WW2 (10), with a picture of a Digger on the front.ww1, ww2, camp 1, documents, reports -
8th/13th Victorian Mounted Rifles Regimental Collection
boots, 1930 circa
Officer's dress boot worn by Brigadier Geoffrey Austin Street MC who served in WWI at Gallipoli and on the Western Front. Following the war he was placed on the Reserve of Officers. He returned to military service in 1931 as Squadron Commander in the 4th Light Horse. He was promoted to the command of the regiment after l8 months' service, and finally to the command of the Third Cavalry Brigade which included the 8th Light Horse Regiment. Brigadier Street had entered Federal Parliament in 1934 and in November 1938 was seconded from military duties to serve as Minister for Defence in the Lyons Government . He was serving in this capacity in the Menzies government when he was killed in an air crash near Canberra on 13 August 1940.Representarive example of officer's dress boots from the 'between the wars' period. Well preserved example of the boot makers art, complete and in good condition. Owned by well known Australian soldier and politician tragically killed at commencement of Second World War.Brown leather officer's dress boots with strap-on spurs and leather instep patch and under sole chain. Matching left and right wooden stretchers with metal handle on spreader wedge. boot, street, spur, stetchers -
8th/13th Victorian Mounted Rifles Regimental Collection
boots, 1930 circa
Officer's stable boot worn by Brigadier Geoffrey Austin Street MC who served in WWI at Gallipoli and on the Western Front. Following the war he was placed on the Reserve of Officers. He returned to military service in 1931 as Squadron Commander in the 4th Light Horse. He was promoted to the command of the regiment after l8 months' service, and finally to the command of the Third Cavalry Brigade which included the 8th Light Horse Regiment. Brigadier Street had entered Federal Parliament in 1934 and in November 1938 was seconded from military duties to serve as Minister for Defence in the Lyons Government . He was serving in this capacity in the Menzies government when he was killed in an air crash near Canberra on 13 August 1940.Representative example of officer's stable boots from the 'between the wars' period. Well preserved example of the boot makers art, complete and in good condition. Owned by well known Australian soldier and politician tragically killed at commencement of Second World War.Leather and canvas boots with leather boot and canvas upper calf legging. Leather strap at instep and leather stiffened back seam to canvas section; Leather edging at top of canvas upper legging together with adjustable strap. Foot of boot is stabilised by a metal 'Dasco' insert. On metal heal protector "704603"boot, street geoffrey a brigadier