Standard issue multi-use tool as used by Australian servicemen during the conflict in Vietnam (1962-1972).Foldable metal shovel with pick, has a release winder at the top of a long wooden handle, which is painted white.shovel, spade, pick, entrenching tool, vietnam

Standard issue multi-use tool as used by Australian servicemen during the conflict in Vietnam (1962-1972).Folding digging toolpick, shovel, vietnam, entrenching tool

Standard issue multi-use tool as used by Australian servicemen during the conflict in Vietnam (1962-1972).Metal hinged shovel with green wooden handle which adjusts to various anglesentrenching tool, pick, shovel, vietnam

This letter from Buckingham Palace was delivered to next of kin on the occasion of the death of a service personal during armed conflict. Letter of Sympathy from Buckingham Palace. Rectangular in shape with Royal crest on it.White in colour with black words on itBuckingham Palace royal crest and words of sympathyletter of sympathy.buckingham palace. lara,r.s.l.

Original card used to register for National Service for the Vietnam conflict as issued to and signed by Peter Rankovic of Essendon in 1969.A Certificate Of Registration for Mr P. Rankovic. Vic. Registration Number 21285147 issued by Registrar at Melbourne on the 18/08/69. This Certificate Of Registration is signed by Peter Rankovic. This certificate is on a cream card. Also with the card is the original envelope with O.H.M.S. at the top right corner with Commonwealth of Australia at the bottom. The envelope has a window so that the name on the card is visible for the postman.documentation, conscription, nasho, national service, rankovic

Small cardboard packet containing 10 glass Ampoules of Ammonia Inhalant Solution (Aromatic). These were for field use and intended to be used as 'smelling salts'. These were carried by a RAN rating during the Vietnam conflict. The rear side of the cardboard packet has instructions and an illustration showing how the inhalant is to be administered.The front side of the cardboard packet has the following printing in black ink: "FSN 6505-106-0875" "AMMONIA INHALANT SOLUTION, AROMATIC, Ampuls, 1/3 cc." "1 PACKAGE (of 10 Ampuls)" "LOT NO. 152" "Contr. Medical Supply Company, Rockford, Ill." "Mfr. Elanco Products Co., Indianapolis, Ind."

The M7 bayonet was introduced in 1964 for use with the M16 rifle. It was issued to Australian troops during the Vietnam conflict 1962 - 1972.Part of a collection of edged weapons relevant to Victorian Colonial and Australian military forcesUS M7 bayonet , blade 170mm length, Plastic handle. Scabbard Green Plastic.On blade " US M7 Cometta " On scabbard " US M8 A1 "bayonet, vietnam war, m16

Currency issued by United States Military to United States personnel in accordance with applicable rules and regulations during the conflict in Vietnam.A green five (5) cent Military Payment Certificate. "The number 5 is located on all four corners./"Military Payment Certificate"/"C12466001C"/"FIVE CENTS"/"47"/An image of a submarine located on right hand side with six (6) persons standing on the tower with a United States flag./ Right hand side vertically "Series 681"/Centre bottom "For Use In United States Military Establishments By United States/ Authorised Personnel In Accordance With Applicable Rules And Regulations"united states, currency, five cents, vietnam war, military payment certificate.

Standard issue item as used by Australian servicemen during the Vietnam conflict (1962-1972). This level was first issued for use in WW2.Khaki metal instrument with lens-viewfinder and numbers on circular range finding wheels. Object is stored in a khaki metal box with canvas carry straps. Inside the box, attachments prevent it from slipping. red label attached to strap says the object cannot be repaired.place/date/McBc = GdBg/ McB6 = GdBg/ BuBl COR. Inside box: scientific instruments MFGI and Repair Co. Pty Ltd/ 573 Burwood Road, Hawthorn 815527surveying tool, dumpy level, survey, surveyor, level

Courtesy of Australian War Memorial.Print of black / white photo of HMAS Bataan On The Gunline during the Korean Conflict in 1952. Photo is No 13 in a series of 25. Mounted with white border & gold metal frame, masonite backing & wire hanging strap at back. There are 2 smaller photos below this. On LHS is photo of crew & on RHS is a photo of the HMAS Bataan.Printed on border at RHS bottom corner: “ROYAL AUSTRALIAN NAVY 75TH ANNIVERSARY”photograph, ran, 75th, anniversary

There are four tankards in this collection. Each tankard has three pictures pertaining to a specific conflict - WW1, WW2, Korean War and Vietnam War.The pictures show particular battles per conflict.The Official RSL Tankard Collection, four tankards, round, white, ceramic with three pictures per tankard.Made by Franklin Mint Pty Ltd 1983.military, tankard, world wars.

Image of L.C.H vessel Balikpapan in transit to Vietnam during the conflict. Donated by J D Giste, who was a cook on the HMAS Sydney in 1965.A coloured photo of the Royal Australian Army heavy landing craft (LCH) vessel "Balikpapan" off the Australian coast in transit to Vietnam.john dennis giste, r62365, balikpapan, vietnam, navy

The Army Education Journal contains information for army personnel. This edition has articles on War Service Homes, rope work and several conflict areas.48 p., line drawings, maps.Vol. 6, No. 7australia. army, world war ii

John James Davis (J.J. Davis) was Australia's most decorated NCO in the Vietnam conflict. This plaque commemorates the deeds he performed and medals received.Framed ceremonial medal board for JJ Davis. The piece includes a service photograph of JJ Davis in uniform, a fabric patch with the Australian Coat of Arms, five metal pins and 13 replica medals as listed below. The information plaque states '5411313 WO1 J.J. DAVIS, SB St J, MM, JP - RAAMC - 30 JAN 1963 - 30 JAN 1986. The five metal pins are: 1. Returned Services League Australia 2. Returned Active Service 3. RAAMC 4. Royal Australian Army Medical Corps 5. Knife surrounded by laurel leaves. Replica medals included are: 1. Military Medal 2. Australian Active Service Medal 1945-75, Vietnam 3. Vietnam Medal 4. Defence Force Medal with 1st Clasp 5. National Medal 6. Australian Defence Medal 7. St John 12 Year Long Service Medal with five year clasp 8. Silver Star (Unites States of America) 9. Gallantry Cross with Bronze Star (South Vietnam) 10. The Armed Forces Honour Medal (2nd Class) (South Vietnam) 11. Civil Action Medal (2nd Class) (South Vietnam) 12. Vietnamese Campaign Medal 13. ACT Emergency Service Medal (2003 Bushfires) john jams davis, john james davis, j j davis, vietnam, nco, photographs, portraits, badges, medals

From back cover: World War II in Photographs is an innovative visual account of the major events of the greatest conflict of the twentieth century, the Second World War.Soft, lightweight cardboard cover. White print on black background, front, spine & back. Sepia & black & white photos of WWI scenes, six on front, one on back. 159 pages, cut, plain, white. Illustrated, black & white photos.books-military-history, photography-photographs, photographs ww2

Index, ill (plates). pg.299.non-fictionA biography of Lachie Mc Donald - war and diplomatic correspondentwar correspondents - biography, mc donald lachie

RAAF woolen side hat worn by airman on airfield, in barracks and with ceremonial dress. Standard issue item as used by Australian servicemen during the conflict in Vietnam.Dark blue side-hat with turned-up brim bearing white embroidered insignia of the Royal Australian Air Force. Vic 1977/8405 66 090 0104/A222463 (SVC No ) Falvey/ Size 56raaf, airman, ceremonial dress, hat

This item commemorates the service of Royal Australian Air Force No.37 Squadron, who flew Lockheed C-130 Hercules transport aircraft during the conflict in Vietnam.A wooden shield with a cloth insignia badge on it. The insignia reads 'Squadron 37 37 Royal Australian Air Force' with the word 'FOREMOST' on the bottom in black. In the middle there is a round blue and red circle with a set of wings.Squadron 37 royal Australian Air Force37 sqn raaf, royal australian air force, plaque, shield, vietnam, 37 squadron

The National Servicemen's Association of Australian was formed in 1987 to represent the interests of National Servicemen to promote their health welfare and legacy. 212 Servicemen died in conflicts in Borneo and Vietnam.Ebonised framed tapestry.Centre depicts map of Australia with "wings - airforce" -"anchor - navy" - "crossed swords - army". Surrounded by the words National Servicemens Association 51 72 with Navy Army Airforce. Small plaque at bottom "Donated by John K Quick 3/743827".

Historical remberance of OPERATION IRAQI FREEDOM.OPERATION IRAQI FREEDOMGlass Tankard "Operation Iraqi Freedom" with handle.On the front of the glass, it has a circular logo, outer ring has a combination of Flags of Nations involved in the conflict, the interior of the circle states OPERATION IRAQI FREEDOM - TILLIL AS ALI LSA ADDER, the center of the circle is a map of Iraq and a flag of Iraq.glass, operation iraqi freedom

In the Vietnam conflict, Australian troops used these multi-purpose ropes to aid travel in the jungle at night or when crossing rivers, to join together with poles as stretchers, and to secure prisoners.Dark green rope assembly: single leg, cotton/jute. Rope is coiled with a loop at each end. Single loop at one end and a double loop at the other end.vietnam, toggle rope, military equipment, rope

Anzac Day is a national day of remembrance in Australia and New Zealand that broadly commemorates all Australians and New Zealanders "who served and died in all wars, conflicts, and peacekeeping operations"Anzac Day, 25 April, is one of Australia’s most important national occasions. It marks the anniversary of the first major military action fought by Australian and New Zealand forces during the First World War Rectangular Framed Photograph,(Glass covered) with a wooden frameCAMBERRA Australia's National Capital. ...the establishment of the Capital at Camberra will go far towards intensifying the national spirit which is so strong a feature of Australia's nationhood.Senator the Rt Hon George Pearce,Minister for Home and Territories,1926. Photograph of ANZAC DAY in the National Capital by Ben Wrigley Produced by the National Capitol Authority.anzac, photographs, lara r.s.l., ww1, anzac day in the national capitol