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The Mrs Aeneas Gunn Memorial Library
Book, Karl Neureuther, U-boat stories : narratives of German U-boat sailors, 1931
Personal recollections of German submarinersIll, p.207.non-fictionPersonal recollections of German submarinersworld war 1914-1918 - naval operations - submarines, world war 1914-1918 - personal recollections - german -
The Mrs Aeneas Gunn Memorial Library
Book, C. Denis Freeman et al, The road to Bordeaux, 1942
The story of two Englishmen who enlisted in the French Army in 1940.Ill, maps, p.345.The story of two Englishmen who enlisted in the French Army in 1940.world war 1939-1945 - personal narratives - britain, world war 1939-1945 - ambulance drivers -
The Mrs Aeneas Gunn Memorial Library
Book, George Jaboor, The End in Africa, 1944
... - North Africa World War 1939-1945 - Personal narratives ...The story of the fall of TunisMaps, p.210.non-fictionThe story of the fall of Tunisworld war 1939-1945 - campaigns - north africa, world war 1939-1945 - personal narratives - australia -
The Mrs Aeneas Gunn Memorial Library
Book, Jessie Elizabeth Simons, While history passed : the story of the Australian nurses who were prisoners of the Japanese for three and a half years, 1954
The experience of Australian nurses as captives of the JapaneseIll, p.131.The experience of Australian nurses as captives of the Japaneseworld war 1939-1945 - prisoners of war - japan, world war 1939-1945 - personal narratives - australia -
The Mrs Aeneas Gunn Memorial Library
Book, Cassell and Company, The Anzac book: written and illustrated in Gallipoli by the Men of Anzac, 1916
Created by soldiers under enemy fire and in extreme hardship, the illustrations, stories, cartoons, and poems were intended as a Christmas and New Year diversion for soldiers facing a harsh winter in the trenches on Gallipoli.Ill, p.164.non-fictionCreated by soldiers under enemy fire and in extreme hardship, the illustrations, stories, cartoons, and poems were intended as a Christmas and New Year diversion for soldiers facing a harsh winter in the trenches on Gallipoli. world war 1914-1918 - personal recollections, world war 1914-1918 - campaigns - gallipoli -
The Mrs Aeneas Gunn Memorial Library
Book, Australian War Memorial, Jungle warfare : with the Australian Army in the South-West Pacific, 1943
Most of the items in this volume were received in a competition for stories, verse and drawings, with this competition showing a better representation from the Women's Services than in previous years. Previous titles include: Active service, Soldiering on and Khaki and green.Ill, p.208.non-fictionMost of the items in this volume were received in a competition for stories, verse and drawings, with this competition showing a better representation from the Women's Services than in previous years. Previous titles include: Active service, Soldiering on and Khaki and green. world war 1939-1945 - australia, world war 1939-1945 - personal narratives - australia -
The Mrs Aeneas Gunn Memorial Library
Book, Australian War Memorial, Stand easy : after the defeat of Japan, 1945
Stories and anecdotes from Australian soldiers involved in the war against JapanIll, p.206.non-fictionStories and anecdotes from Australian soldiers involved in the war against Japanworld war 1939-1945 - personal narratives - australia, world war 1939-1945 - campaigns - pacific area -
Beechworth RSL Sub-Branch
Mick Scanlan Interview
This oral history interview covers the topic of Beechworth local resident Mick Scanlan's involvement in the Royal Australia Navy during WW2. John Eldrid, President of Beechworth RSL, interviews Mick about his decision to enlist, day to day life on a naval ship and the experience of the Japanese surrender at Tokyo Bay.This interview of local Beechworth Veteran Mick Scanlan's involvement in the Royal Australian Navy during World War Two is a personal account of a lived experience. The stories are of great social and historic significance to the Beechworth RSL members and the wider Beechworth community. It is also of interest as a primary source of historic information for the study of World War Two, and in particular the topic of Tokyo Bay. Furthermore, the interview has great interpretive capacity as a unique, personal and historic war time story.This is a born digital audio file.mick scanlan, wwii, ww2, world war two, second world war, tokyo bay, royal australian navy, ran, oral history, interview -
Wodonga & District Historical Society Inc
Book - Taking A Punt - First Stop Bonegilla: stories by Darebin residents, Merrilee Moss, 1997
Stories by Darebin residents recounting their personal immigration journeys and experience at Bonegilla Migrant Reception Centrenon-fiction Stories by Darebin residents recounting their personal immigration journeys and experience at Bonegilla Migrant Reception Centremigrant reception centre bonegilla, immigration australia, bonegilla -
Wodonga & District Historical Society Inc
Book - Leichhardt the Dauntless Explorer, Colin Roderick, 1988
Ludwig Leichhardt (1813 -1848) is known as one of the most individualistic of Australian explorers. This is the first substantial account of his life and work, based on his diaries, logs and field books. Leichhardt's accomplishments have been uncarefully handled by many researchers and much hearsay and supposition has marred the record of the explorer's life. Not assisting in these efforts is the fact that his journals and logbooks were all written in the Gothic form of the German language and have been largely indecipherable and, in places, open to misinterpretation. With the publication of this volume, the story has been set straight. Using unprecedented access to Leichhardt's writings, including his personal correspondence, the author throws new light upon the scandals and defamations which historians - many with vested interests - have heaped upon him. It also includes Leichhardt’s observations of Aboriginal culture round Durundur Station; references to meetings with groups by 1844-1845 expedition to Port Essington; predominantly friendly relations with tribes; instruction in bush foods and medicines; Koko-Pera attack; appendix includes table of Tribal areas traversed 1844-5.non-fictionLudwig Leichhardt (1813 -1848) is known as one of the most individualistic of Australian explorers. This is the first substantial account of his life and work, based on his diaries, logs and field books. Leichhardt's accomplishments have been uncarefully handled by many researchers and much hearsay and supposition has marred the record of the explorer's life. Not assisting in these efforts is the fact that his journals and logbooks were all written in the Gothic form of the German language and have been largely indecipherable and, in places, open to misinterpretation. With the publication of this volume, the story has been set straight. Using unprecedented access to Leichhardt's writings, including his personal correspondence, the author throws new light upon the scandals and defamations which historians - many with vested interests - have heaped upon him. It also includes Leichhardt’s observations of Aboriginal culture round Durundur Station; references to meetings with groups by 1844-1845 expedition to Port Essington; predominantly friendly relations with tribes; instruction in bush foods and medicines; Koko-Pera attack; appendix includes table of Tribal areas traversed 1844-5.ludwig leichhardt 1813 - 1848, exploration australia, australia -- discovery and exploration, leichhardt biography -
Unions Ballarat
The Hawke ascendency, Kelly, Paul, 1984
The story of power politics surrounding Bob Hawke's electoral victory in 1983. The author particularly focusses upon the personal dynamics of Bob Hawke, Malcolm Fraser and Bill Hayden.Relevant to the history of Australian politics and ALP history. Biographical interest - Bob Hawke, Malcolm Fraser, Bill Hayden.Paper; book. Front cover: black background; black and white image of Bob Hawke; white lettering.Front cover: author's name and title.btlc, ballarat trades hall, ballarat trades and labour council, hawke, bob, hayden, bill, fraser, malcolm, alp, australian labor party, liberal party australia, elections, parliament, government, politics, politicians, prime minister, biography -
Unions Ballarat
Diana: her true story - in her own words (Don Woodward Collection), Morton, Andrew, 1992
Biography of the late Princess of Wales, Diana, during her marriage to Prince Charles. At the time of publication, the book caused abuse and consternation from the British establishment. Princess Diana is now known to have collaborated with the author in the content of the book. Biographical interest. Relevant to the personal lives of the royal family in the United Kingdom.Book; 288 pages. Dust jacket: black background; black and white photograph of Princess Diana (nee Spencer); gold and white lettering; author's name and title. Cover: black; gold lettering; author's name and title.btlc, ballarat trades and labour council, ballarat trades hall, monarchy - united kingdom, spencer, diana, biography -
Unions Ballarat
"Was your dad a Russian spy?' : the personal story of the Combe/Ivanov affair, Blesing, Meena, 1986
... "Was your dad a Russian spy?' : the personal story of the... "Was your dad a Russian spy?' : the personal story of the Combe ...The story of the Petrov (spy) affair that happened in Australia during the Cold War. Petrov was a Third Secretary of the Soviet embassy in Canberra; the role was to recruit spies and ensure that none of his countrymen defected from the Soviet Union. It was Petrov's own intention to defect and the Petrovs were granted political asylum in Australia in exchange for providing information about Soviet spy activity in Australia.Relevant to the Cold War era in Australia and espionage activity.Paper; book. Front cover: white & red background; black and white photograph; black lettering. Front cover: title and author's name.btlc, ballarat trades hall, ballarat trades and labour council, petrov affair, soviet union, russia, petrov, vladimir, soviet embassy, canberra, spy activity, asio, political asylum, petrov, edvokia, ogpu, defection, communism, espionage -
The Celtic Club
Book, Adam Purcell, Music and friendship : the people of Melbourne Comhaltas, 1984
... music and dancing A collection of personal stories from 32 past ...A collection of personal stories from 32 past and present members of the Melbourne branch of the worldwide Irish cultural organisation, Comhaltas Ceoltoiri Éireann, produced to mark the 50th anniversary of Melbourne Comhaltas.The stories, collected by oral history interview, are accompanied by photographic portraits of each subject. The stories explore themes of immigration, culture and heritage, and feature, among others, prominent members of the Melbourne Irish scene, such as:-Accordion legend Paddy Fitzgerald-Set dancing teacher Marie Brouder-Prolific musician Tony O'Neill-Leader of the Melbourne Comhaltas band, Joan Mundy. Among the people interviewed are Irish expats, second- and third-generation Australians, and people from Scotland, Japan and the Ukraine.The book includes forewords from Irish Ambassador to Australia, Breandán Ó Caollai - Director-General of Comhaltas Ceoltoiri Éireann, Dr. Labhrás Ó Murchú· and Melbourne Comhaltas President, Mary McBride.Ill, p.95.A collection of personal stories from 32 past and present members of the Melbourne branch of the worldwide Irish cultural organisation, Comhaltas Ceoltoiri Éireann, produced to mark the 50th anniversary of Melbourne Comhaltas.The stories, collected by oral history interview, are accompanied by photographic portraits of each subject. The stories explore themes of immigration, culture and heritage, and feature, among others, prominent members of the Melbourne Irish scene, such as:-Accordion legend Paddy Fitzgerald-Set dancing teacher Marie Brouder-Prolific musician Tony O'Neill-Leader of the Melbourne Comhaltas band, Joan Mundy. Among the people interviewed are Irish expats, second- and third-generation Australians, and people from Scotland, Japan and the Ukraine.The book includes forewords from Irish Ambassador to Australia, Breandán Ó Caollai - Director-General of Comhaltas Ceoltoiri Éireann, Dr. Labhrás Ó Murchú· and Melbourne Comhaltas President, Mary McBride.cultural societies - irish - melbourne, irish music and dancing -
Victorian Railway History Library
Book, Roberts, Frank, Vintage Steam, 1967
... - New Zealand Railroad - New Zealand - personal reminiscences ...Stories from railway people of their work experiences on the New Zealand Government Railways.ill, maps, p.179.non-fictionStories from railway people of their work experiences on the New Zealand Government Railways.railroad operations - new zealand, railroad - new zealand - personal reminiscences -
Greensborough Historical Society
Book, Insistent voices: the story of the Diamond Valley Learning Centre. By Michele Lonsdale, 1993_
This is the history of the Diamond Valley Learning Centre published to celebrate its first 20 years. It traces the rise of community education and the women's movement in the 1970s and '80s. Personal recollections combine with historical background.This centre is an important landmark in the Diamond Valley and this book relates the DVLC to those who live in the area.Paperback; 147 p., illus. Grey cover with white print, photograph of students at DVLC.diamond valley learning centre, community neighbourhood house, greensborough, adult education -
Monbulk RSL Sub Branch
Book, Casuala Powerhouse Arts Centre, Vietnam voices : Australians & the Vietnam war, 2000
... the personal stories of the Vietnam war to Australians Casuala ...This book brings the personal stories of the Vietnam war to AustraliansIll, p.160.non-fictionThis book brings the personal stories of the Vietnam war to Australiansvietnam war - 1961-1975 - australian participation, vietnam war - 1961-1975 - works of art -
Greensborough Historical Society
Book, Barbed Wire: memories of Stalag 383, by M N McKibbin, 1947_
Tells the story of Prisoners of War at Stalag 383 during World War II. Personal memoirs of inmates (prisoners of war) of Stalag 383. 128p., hard cover, illus.Inscription: "To Uncle Ame and, this book was prepared & paid for thru' army allotments whilst we were still p.o.w's, Allick.prisoners of war, world war ii, stalag 383. -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newsletter, Greenhills and North Greensborough Progress Association, Community News: official journal of the Greenhills and North Greensborough Progress Association. 25 August, 1971. Edition No. 6/71, 25/08/1971
This edition includes a report on the Progress Association's August 1971 meeting, Councillors' report, Our Council candidates - Harry Nash, Ian Cochrane, Tribunal - tribulation without explanation: a continuing story [Shell Oil Company], School and kinder news, Diamond Valley Repertory,, Diamond Valley Choral Society, Electric blankets, Letters to the Editor, Personal news. Newsletter, 16 p., illus. greenhills and north greensborough progress association, greenhills -
Warrnambool and District Historical Society Inc.
Book, Stories Untold and Faces Forgotten By James Affleck, 2015
This project started from the discovery of named photographs which were discovered behind an Honour Roll at the Koroit Primary School during renovations in 2009. These two volumes contain enlistments in the First World War, from the area of Koroit, Port Fairy, Macarthur, Penshurst and surrounding hamlets. It stretches from Codrington in the West through to Byaduk, Penshurst, Caramut in the north, and down though Woolsthorpe, Winslow and Dennington. It includes the personal family details, military records, photographs where possible, and fate of each soldier. Enlistments from the district numbered 250 men who paid the supreme sacrifice and 1100 who returned. It includes citations for bravery, excerpts from correspondence and local press.The significance and value of these two volumes lies in the fact that they bring together a large amount of information from various sources and link them effectively to the area of the Western district. They tell the stories of the many district soldiers of the first world war.Volume 1 Cover has collage of photographs of soldiers over coloured with different shades of green. Title text is white on black banner. Back cover is in shades of green, yellow and black with photograph of soldier and his bride in the centre. 348 pages Volume 2 has the same front cover with a family plaque on the back cover commemorating the four Dix brothers. Page numbers continue into Volume 2 up to page 654. The full index of names is contained in Volume 2. Signed James Affleck, April 17, 2015 on title page. The volumes are dedicated to “The brave men of the AIF, particularly those written about in these volumes.” stories untold and faces forgotten by james affleck., soldiers from the western district ww1, codrington, byaduk, penshurst, caramut, warrnambool -
Camberwell Historical Society
Poster (Item), Australian National Song
Taken from: Poulton, F. & Sheedy K. (2015) Boroondara Remembers. Stories from World War 1. City of Boroondara; Barnett, S. (2015) Personal communication.australia, military, national -
Victorian Railway History Library
Book, Tronson, Mark, Tales of the Footplate: Australian Locomotive Enginemen's Stories and Anecdotes, 1988
Stories and anecdotes from railway men on the Australian railways. Published in celebration of Australia's bicentennial.Ill, p.159.non-fictionStories and anecdotes from railway men on the Australian railways. Published in celebration of Australia's bicentennial.australian folklore. special subjects: railway services. personal observations. collections., railroad operations - australia - history -
Victorian Railway History Library
Book, Tronson, Mark, Ripping Good Railway Yarns, 1991
Stories and anecdotes from railway men on the Australian railways. Published in celebration of Australia's bicentennial.Ill, p.159.non-fictionStories and anecdotes from railway men on the Australian railways. Published in celebration of Australia's bicentennial.australian folklore. special subjects: railway services. personal observations. collections., railroad operations - australia - history -
City of Moorabbin Historical Society (Operating the Box Cottage Museum)
Book, Glen Eira Historical Society, Along the line : Caulfield to Oakleigh rail stories, 2019
... Melbourne "Over forty personal stories and memories of people who ..."Over forty personal stories and memories of people who lived in and around the suburbs, using the trains from the early 1900's." -- back cover.vi, 196 pages : illustrations, maps, photographs (some colour)non-fiction"Over forty personal stories and memories of people who lived in and around the suburbs, using the trains from the early 1900's." -- back cover.railroads, carnegie, murrumbeena, hughesdale, caulfield, oakleigh, melbourne -
City of Moorabbin Historical Society (Operating the Box Cottage Museum)
Book, Mordialloc Writers' Group, Kingston my city : an anthology of personal essays, 2015
Annotation. A collection of essays, short stories and poetry about the writers and their relationship living, working or visiting the suburbs of Kingston Victoria.non-fictionAnnotation. A collection of essays, short stories and poetry about the writers and their relationship living, working or visiting the suburbs of Kingston Victoria.australian poetry, short stories, kingston -
National Vietnam Veterans Museum (NVVM)
Book, The soldiers' story: Vietnam in their own words, 2000
vietnam war, 1961-1975 -- participation, american, vietnam war, 1961-1975 -- personal narratives, american -
Mission to Seafarers Victoria
Programme, Multicutural Arts Victoria, Mapping Melbourne 2018, 2018
On 6 December 2018, a recurring event was organised at the Mission. From the Multicultural website: "Meeting at the Seafarer’s bridge on the Yarra, you will be welcomed into a little-known site nearby, a sanctuary for seafarers for the last 100 years and a symbol of old-world generosity amidst the rapidly shifting landscape of the Docklands. A journey through the quirky spaces at Mission to Seafarer’s site through a compelling contemporary ritual performance. The Echoes Projects artists evoke fragments of stories embedded in this site through mesmerising live soundscapes, movement and imagery. Ria Soemardjo, Janette Hoe and Pongjit (Jon) Saphakhun collaborate to create an ongoing exploration of contemporary rituals in response to urban sites in Australia. Based in Melbourne, their contemporary performance work draws deeply from their personal connections to Thai, Chinese and Indonesian ceremonial traditions. Featuring Intricate rhythmic compositions inspired by the rich heritage of Indonesian and Middle Eastern musical traditions, performed by Ron Reeves and Matt Stonehouse – two of Australia’s foremost world music percussionists. Note: 7 PM and 8 PM sessions include delicious vegetarian Indonesian food. 9 PM session includes Indonesian and Thai cakes and sweets. You are invited to stay and eat after the performance, drinks available for purchase at the venue. Performers: Janette Hoe – dance artist Pongjit (Jon) Sekhukhune – actor Ria Soemardjo – musician Ron Reeves – musician Matt Stonehouse – musician /instrument maker Supported by the City of Melbourne Arts Grants Program Details: 6 Dec 2018 (Thursday) Sessions: 7 PM, 8 PM & 9 PM The Mission to Seafarers Audience Meeting point – next to the entrance of the Seafarer’s Bridge, Siddeley St, Docklands. Wheelchair accessible venue. Bookings essential. Tickets: $10 – $15 via Eventbrite. Ticket price is purely to pay for the food element. Companion Card ticketing available. Please contact Multicultural Arts Victoria for ticketing options. Companion ticket will allow admission only. The Seafarers Welcome is presented as part of Mapping Melbourne 2018."The Mission has always welcomed artistic events Colour programme of events with illustrationstop right corner: Multicultural Arts Victoria lower left corner: MAPPING MELBOURNE/1-15 DECEMBER 2018arts, events, multicultural arts victoria, the seafarer welcome, echoes project, 2018, cultural events, community -
National Vietnam Veterans Museum (NVVM)
Document, Peace at last
A story published in the magazine, Take 5 in 2008 by Fiona Pike about her father, John Gillespie, who was listed as MIA. His remains were found as part of Operation Aussies Home in 2007.operation aussies home, vietnam war, 1961-1975 - personal narratives - australian, 8th field ambulance, mia -
National Vietnam Veterans Museum (NVVM)
Film - Film, DVD, Little Bears at work: the story of Bridge 6 as told by the men who built it
There is also a Film, DVD of resource material & a demo Film, DVD for NVVM17th construction squadron, vietnam war, 1961 - 1975, personal narratives - australian -
National Vietnam Veterans Museum (NVVM)
Book, War Story, 1979
... Personal narratives American War Story. Book Book Morris, Jim ...vietnam war (1961-1975), vietnam war, 1961 - 1975, personal narratives, american