Lieutenant colonel Colin John Chisholm of Khancoban Station, Corryong, Victoria commanded 8th LH August 1940 - July 1942. The 8th Light Horse Regiment AIF was raised at Broadmeadows Victoria in September 1914 under the command of Lieutenant Colonel Alexander White and formed part of the 3rd Light Horse Brigade. The regiment served at Gallipoli where in a courageous but ill-fated charge at the Nek on 7 August 1915 it suffered horrendous casualties including Lieutenant Colonel White. Rebuilt in Egypt under the command of Lieutenant Colonel Leslie Maygar VC the regiment went on the serve throughout the Middle East Campaign. Colonel Maygar died of wounds at Beersheba when the regiment was attacked by enemy aircraft while waiting to follow up the successful charge of the 4th LH Brigade on 30 October 1917. The 8th Light Horse AIF was disbanded in 1919, but soon after re-raised as the 8th (Indi) Light Horse in the Citizen Military Forces, superseding 16th (Indi) Light Horse. It had its headquarters at Benalla with sub-units throughout the Upper Murray and Northeast Victoria. In December 1941, the regiment converted from horse to mechanised, initially as 8th Reconnaissance Battalion then in July 1942 it became 8th Cavalry Regiment and served in Northern Territory. As Japanese threat to the mainland declined the regiment was disbanded.Colour photograph of two men holding flag. Former Farrier Sergeant Merv Harris at left. Flag was made by Mrs. Chisholm, wife of Commanding Officer of 8th Cavalry Regiment, Colonel Chisholm. Flag was donated to 8/13 VMR Museum 10 December 1989.

A’ Squadron 8th/13th Victorian Mounted Rifles took part in Bicentennial Parade at Wodonga 2 January 1988. Parade included Light Horse Heritage Troop, Historical Vehicle Club and current armoured vehicles.Colour photograph of 2 men in uniform standing beside WW11 Jeep with machine gun mounted on pedestal. Photo is taken at Buna Barracks, Albury. Both soldiers are wearing WW11 webbing; one has steel helmet, the other is wearing 8/13 VMR beret.

In 1988, as part of a Defence of Mainland Australian policy, defence of facilities of strategic importance in northern Australia were allocated to Army Reserve units. ‘A’ Squadron was allocated the defence of Tindal Air Force base located 15 KM outside Katherine in Northern Territory. Consequently the Squadron deployed on Exercise ‘Northern Explorer’ to gain first-hand knowledge of operating conditions for mounted and dismounted patrolling in the area.Lance Corporal R. Van De Velde, ' A ' Squadron 8/13 VMR during Exercise ' Northern Explorer' September 1988. LCpl Van De Velde has a collection of Pandamus Palm nut prematurely ripened by fire near King River Northern Territory.

In 1988, as part of a Defence of Mainland Australian policy, defence of facilities of strategic importance in northern Australia were allocated to Army Reserve units. ‘A’ Squadron was allocated the defence of Tindal Air Force base located 15 KM outside Katherine in Northern Territory. Consequently the Squadron deployed on Exercise ‘Northern Explorer’ to gain first-hand knowledge of operating conditions for mounted and dismounted patrolling in the area.Colour photograph of Captain C. Carrington, earing hat, and Sergeant Koschel of ' A ' Squadron 8/13 VMR during Exercise " Northern Explorer." Flood debris caught high in tree branches indicate water level during wet season on Ferguson River, Northern Territory.

Major Ian Docking Joined 8/13 VMR as a trooper. He rose through the ranks and became Officer Commanding ' A ' Squadron, 8/13 VMR 1982 - 1986. The 8th/13th Victorian Mounted Rifles was raised as a regiment of the Royal Australian Armoured Corps on 1 May 1948 with Headquarters in Melbourne and squadrons in Sale, Benalla/Wangaratta and Albury. In 1955 Regimental Headquarters moved to Wangaratta and a second squadron was located at Albury. The Sale squadron transferred to 4th/19th Prince of Wales’s Light Horse. In 1977 8/13 VMR Regiment was reduced to an independent squadron A Squadron 8th/13th Victorian Mounted Rifles and in 1991 was linked with 4th/19th Prince of Wales’s Light Horse forming the VMR Squadron of that regiment.One of a collection of photographic portraits of Commanding Officers and Officers Commanding of the regiment/independent squadron from its inception in 1947 to its linking with 4th/19th Prince of Wales’s Light Horse in 1991. Framed black and white photograph of officer wearing black beret with 8th/13th Victorian Mounted Rifles hat badge. Inscription panel on lower frame. " Maj. I. Docking RFD NM 1982 - 1986 "military, docking, officer, uniform

Colour photograph of two soldiers of A Squadron 8/13 VMR during Exercise ' Northern Explorer ' Trooper Pratt and Lance Corporal Van De Velde demonstrate how the F2 Radio set could be carried. In addition the men would have webbing, pack and rifle to carry.

In 1988, as part of a Defence of Mainland Australian policy, defence of facilities of strategic importance in northern Australia were allocated to Army Reserve units. ‘A’ Squadron was allocated the defence of Tindal Air Force base located 15 KM outside Katherine in Northern Territory. Consequently the Squadron deployed on Exercise ‘Northern Explorer’ to gain first-hand knowledge of operating conditions for mounted and dismounted patrolling in the area.Colour photograph of two soldiers of ' A ' Squadron 8/13 VMR during Exercise ' Northern Explorer '. Trooper Pratt and Lance Corporal Van De Valde demonstrate how the F2 radio set could be carried. In addition the men would have webbing, pack and rifle to carry.

Camp Run a Muck " was a Centurian tank camp conducted by 8/13 VMR - date???The 8th/13th Victorian Mounted Rifles was raised as a regiment of the Royal Australian Armoured Corps on 1 May 1948 with Headquarters in Melbourne and squadrons in Sale, Benalla/Wangaratta and Albury. In 1955 Regimental Headquarters moved to Wangaratta and a second squadron was located at Albury. The Sale squadron transferred to 4th/19th Prince of Wales’s Light Horse. In 1977 8/13 VMR Regiment was reduced to an independent squadron A Squadron 8th/13th Victorian Mounted Rifles and in 1991 was linked with 4th/19th Prince of Wales’s Light Horse forming the VMR Squadron of that regiment.Black and White photograph of tented camp in bush setting at Puckapunyal" Sgt. Madjeric, Camp Run - a -muck, Puckapunyal "

In this exercise A Squadron 8/13 VMR operated under command 2nd Cavalry RegimentColour photograph of soldier standing beside M113 Armoured Command Vehicle ( ACV ) during 8/13 Victorian Mounted Rifles annual exercise in Ivanhoe NSW area, 1980. Lance Corporal Alister Barrie was a member of Squadron Headquarters Troop. military, vehicle, training, soldier, camouflage

VMR members met Princess Anne when visiting 14/20 Hussars in GermanyBlack and white photograph of Captains T Fraser and R. Morrison, and Sergeant H. Wilson speaking to HRH Princess Anne in Germany 1992anne, hrh, wilson, morrison, fraser

" A " Squadron 8/13 VMR won the 3rd Division Small Arms Competition in 1977.Black and white photograph of 3 soldiers of 8/13 Victorian Mounted Rifles with Commander of 3rd Division, Major General Jim Barrie at Divisional Shooting Competition Puckapunyal 1977." 3 Div Small Arms Competition 1977. Cpl. S. Loughton, Cpl. B. McDonald, Tpr. J. Ranftel being congrarulated by Major General Barry. "

During the 1980s members of 8/13 VMR were given the opportunity for parachute training.Colour photograph of Lance Corporal Petering wearing parachute and red helmet preparing for a jump..He was a member of Assault Troop 8/13 Victorian Mounted Rifles.

In 1977 the 8/13 VMR was reduced to Independent Squadron titled " A Squadron 8/13 VMR ". This is one of a collection of photographs found at the Cobram Tip. They were handed to local member Tim McCurdy MLA who handed them on to Sergeant Adrian Younger who in turn placed them on the Regimental Collection.Black and white photograph of officer inspecting troops during the Farewell Parade at Buna Barracks Albury 1976.

Keith Shepherd served with 8/13 VMR prior to moving to Queensland with his civilian employment.Black and white photograph of Sergeant Keith Shepherd 8/13 Victorian Mounted Rifles standing in front of Ferret Scout car c. 1964

These binoculars were common issue to CMF units such as 8/13 VMR during 1960s and 1970s.Representative of United States sourced equipment used by Australian Citizen Forces in 1960s and 1970s.No. 2 Mark11 Binoculars in metal carry box, complete with leather strapUS Army 7634 D^D No. Mk11binoculars

Army Reserve Units such as 8/13 VMR carried out their own NCO training in 1970s.Shows Army Reserve soldiers at Albury 1970.Black and white photographs of soldiers relaxing on edge of parade ground between sessions of drill." NCO Course Albury Depot ". List of names follow.

*/13 VMR were equipped with M 113 Armoured Personnel Carriers in 1970s for reconnaisence purposes.Black and White photograph of armoured vehicle of 8/13 Victorian Mounted Rifles moving through thick shrub. Crew Commander is watching for falling branches overhead.

Inspections were made of regimental depot facilities to determine capital works and maintenance requirementsColour photograph of Officer Commander ' A ' Squadron 8/13 Victorian Mounted Rifles in civilian dress with Colonel GK. Howard, Director RAAC, Warrant Officer T. Burnie Regimental Quartermaster Sergeant 8/13 VMR and Lieutenant Colonel A. McNeilage DSU Bandiana, at Buna Barracks ALbury 1988.

The Benalla Drill Hall was an original8/13 VMR depot. It was closed for a period in the 1970s then reopened in early 1980s.Colour photograph of 14 soldiers of A Squadron 8/13 Victorian Mounted Rifles at Benalla Drill Hall c. 1983" Aslt Troop Benalla Depot, Back: Tpr Petering, Lynch, Butler, ( two unknown, Centre: Tpr. Dudley ( unknown), Grant, ( Unknown ). Front: Lt. Carrington, Pte Tucknott ( Unknown ), Pte. Hilton ( Unknown ).

This group of 79 regimental Officers and NCOs indicates the numerical strength of the 8/13 VMR in the mid 1970s.Black and White photograph of a large group of soldiers arranged in five tiers. Seated in front row are Lieutenant Colonel John Neale, CO Major Norman Whitehead MC { Retd. } and Honorary Colonel Coleman." Officers, NCOs Camp 1974 "

In 1977 the 8/13 VMR was reduced to Independent Squadron status titled " A Squadron 8/13 VMR. Thos is one of a collection of photographs found at the Cobram Tip. They were handed to local Member Tim McCurdy MLA who handed them on to former 8/113th Sergeant Adrian Younger who in turn placed them in the Regimental Collection.Black and white photograph of Regimental Colonel, Colonel Coleman presenting shield to young officer during the Farewell Parade at Buna Barracks Albury 1976.parade, 8/13 vmr, farewell, coleman, buna barracks, mccurdy, younger, nulla

In 1977 the 8/13th VMR was reduced to Independent Squadron status titled " A Squadron 8/13 VMR. This is one of a collection of photographs found at the Cobram Tip They were handed to local Member Tim McCurdy MLA who in turn handed them on to former 8/13th Sergeant Adrian Younger who in turn placed them in the Regimental Collection.. Black and white photograph of Captain John Mclean, Lieutenant Gordon Maloy and retired Major Norman Whitehead MC being presented with trophies at the Regimental Farewell Parade at Buna Barracks Albury 1976.buna barracks, albury, farewell, mclean, malloy, whitehead

8/13 VMR was equipped with Ferret Scout in 1959. The 8th/13th Victorian Mounted Rifles was raised as a regiment of the Royal Australian Armoured Corps on 1 May 1948 with Headquarters in Melbourne and squadrons in Sale, Benalla/Wangaratta and Albury. In 1955 Regimental Headquarters moved to Wangaratta and a second squadron was located at Albury. The Sale squadron transferred to 4th/19th Prince of Wales’s Light Horse. In 1977 8/13 VMR Regiment was reduced to an independent squadron A Squadron 8th/13th Victorian Mounted Rifles and in 1991 was linked with 4th/19th Prince of Wales’s Light Horse forming the VMR Squadron of that regiment.Collection of photographs showing early evolution of an armoured regiment of the Citizen Forces as it progressed from WWII equipment and uniforms to post-war equipment and uniforms. Silver regimental hat badges are worn in place of Rising Sun badge.Black and White photograph of Ferret Mk11 Scout Car parked in front of a building at Puckapunyal

Senior Officers visiting */13 VMR Annual Camp at Puckapunyal in 1969. The 8th/13th Victorian Mounted Rifles was raised as a regiment of the Royal Australian Armoured Corps on 1 May 1948 with Headquarters in Melbourne and squadrons in Sale, Benalla/Wangaratta and Albury. In 1955 Regimental Headquarters moved to Wangaratta and a second squadron was located at Albury. The Sale squadron transferred to 4th/19th Prince of Wales’s Light Horse. In 1977 8/13 VMR Regiment was reduced to an independent squadron A Squadron 8th/13th Victorian Mounted Rifles and in 1991 was linked with 4th/19th Prince of Wales’s Light Horse forming the VMR Squadron of that regiment.Black and white photograph of tank crewman talking to two Officers. Offocer on left Major General McDonald, Commander 3rd Division, at right Major General Daly." General Daly and McDonald with Sgt. Wadley, B Sqn Camp 1969."

8/13 VMR was issued Humber trucks in Armoured Personnel Carrier role., The 8th/13th Victorian Mounted Rifles was raised as a regiment of the Royal Australian Armoured Corps on 1 May 1948 with Headquarters in Melbourne and squadrons in Sale, Benalla/Wangaratta and Albury. In 1955 Regimental Headquarters moved to Wangaratta and a second squadron was located at Albury. The Sale squadron transferred to 4th/19th Prince of Wales’s Light Horse. In 1977 8/13 VMR Regiment was reduced to an independent squadron A Squadron 8th/13th Victorian Mounted Rifles and in 1991 was linked with 4th/19th Prince of Wales’s Light Horse forming the VMR Squadron of that regiment.Two black and white photographs of Hunber 1 ton trucks taken during 8/13 Victorian Mounted Rifles training at Puckapunyal , c 1964." 2 Tp Puckapunyal Humber 1 Ton used as APCs

1972 was 8/13 VMR first year fully equipped with M113 vehicles The 8th/13th Victorian Mounted Rifles was raised as a regiment of the Royal Australian Armoured Corps on 1 May 1948 with Headquarters in Melbourne and squadrons in Sale, Benalla/Wangaratta and Albury. In 1955 Regimental Headquarters moved to Wangaratta and a second squadron was located at Albury. The Sale squadron transferred to 4th/19th Prince of Wales’s Light Horse. In 1977 8/13 VMR Regiment was reduced to an independent squadron A Squadron 8th/13th Victorian Mounted Rifles and in 1991 was linked with 4th/19th Prince of Wales’s Light Horse forming the VMR Squadron of that regiment.Black and white photograph of 10 soldiers of 8/13 Victorian Mounted Rifles with M113 Light reconnaissance Vehicle ( LRV ) at Puckapunyal 1972." Top: Tpr E Toole, L/Cpl W. Russell, Sgt M. Hudson, Lt J. Clay, L/Cpl M. Barlow, Cpl J. Smith: front: L/Cpl L. Bergin, Tpr D. Wyborn. 1 Tp A Sqn8/13VMR Camp 1972 Puckapunyal :

Bob Bauerle served in 8/13 VMR then joined Regular Army retiring with rank Warrant Officer Class 1.Black and white photograph of Sergeant R. bauerle 8/13 Victorian Mounted Rifles standing in front of Ferret Scout Car, c. 1964.

Both Charles Stenning and Reg McDermott had WW11 service. Post-war both served with 8/13 VMRColour photograph of two former officers of 8/13 Victorian Mounted Rifles: Colonel Charles Stenning and Major Reg McDermott following parade at Buna Barracks, Albury, 29 April 1990.military, buna barracks, stenning, mcdermott, albury

All arms recruit courses were conducted on a Brigade basis. Units including 8/13 VMR provided instructors.Black and white photograph of No 4 Recruit Course ( All arms ) October 1975." 4 Rec Crs 27.8.75 4 Pl'

8/13 VMR was issued with Humber 1 Ton truck to train in an Armoured Personnel Carrier role.The 8th/13th Victorian Mounted Rifles was raised as a regiment of the Royal Australian Armoured Corps on 1 May 1948 with Headquarters in Melbourne and squadrons in Sale, Benalla/Wangaratta and Albury. In 1955 Regimental Headquarters moved to Wangaratta and a second squadron was located at Albury. The Sale squadron transferred to 4th/19th Prince of Wales’s Light Horse. In 1977 8/13 VMR Regiment was reduced to an independent squadron A Squadron 8th/13th Victorian Mounted Rifles and in 1991 was linked with 4th/19th Prince of Wales’s Light Horse forming the VMR Squadron of that regiment.Black and white photograph of Humber 1 Ton truck ready to depart Buna Barracks Albury on weekend manoeuvres. In foreground is Troop Sergeant Lou Madjeric." 2 Tp ready to move.'