This altar cloth is representative of ecclesiastical linen in use in the early to mid-20th century. It is decorated with the Mariner's Cross symbol, connecting it to the history of the early Christian church. The cover for the cloth shows the respect the maker had for the cloth and what it stands for. The Mariner's Cross symbol also makes it appropriate as an altar cloth for the St Nicholas Seamen's Church at Flagstaff Hill Maritime Village. MARINER'S CROSS symbol: - The symbol of an anchor that also looks like a cross is called the Mariner’s Cross (also called the Anchored Cross or Cross of Hope). It looks like a ‘plus’ sign with anchor flukes at the base and a ring at the top. The anchor is one of the earliest symbols used in Christianity and represents faith, hope and salvation in times of trial. The Mariner’s Cross is linked to the scripture in Hebrews 6:19, which says, “Which hope we have as an anchor of the soul, both sure and steadfast, and which entereth into that within the veil”. This particular Mariner’s Cross also has the letter ‘X’ under the post of the anchor. In Greek, the language of the New Testament, the word for Christ is ‘Christos’, which begins with the Greek letter ‘X’ or ‘Chi’. Together, the elements on this Mariner’s Cross - anchor, cross and ‘X’ - symbolise to the Christian that Jesus Christ the Saviour gives security and safety, hope and salvation. Many church organisations still use various forms of the Mariner’s Cross. THE MISSIONS TO SEAMEN (Brief History): - The Missions to Seamen was an Anglican charity that has served seafarers of the world since 1856 in Great Britain. Its symbol is a Flying Angel, inspired by a Bible verse. Today, there are centres in over 200 ports worldwide where seamen of all backgrounds are offered a warm welcome and provided with a wide range of facilities. In Victoria, the organisation began in Williamstown in 1857 as a Sailors’ Church, also known as ‘Bethel’ or the ‘Floating Church’ in an old hulk floating in Hobson’s Bay, Port of Melbourne. It soon became part of the Missions to Seamen, Victoria. In the year 2000, the organisation, now named Mission to Seafarers, still operated locally in Melbourne, Portland, Geelong and Hastings. The Ladies’ Harbour Lights Guild was formed in 1906 to support the Missions to Seamen in Melbourne and other centres, such as Williamstown. Two of the most significant ladies of the Guild were founder Ethel Augusta Godfrey and foundation member Alice Sibthorpe Tracy (who established a branch of the Guild in Warrnambool in 1920). The Guild continued its work until the 1960s. In 1943, a former Williamstown bank was purchased for the Missions to Seaman Club. The chapel was named St Nicholas’ Seamen’s Church and was supported by the Ladies’ Harbour Lights Guild, the Williamstown Lightkeepers’ Auxiliary and the League of Soldiers’ and Sailors’ Friends. It ceased operation in 1966. A Missions to Seamen Chapel and Recreation Room was a significant feature of ports during the late 1800s and into the 1900s. It seemed appropriate for Flagstaff Hill to include such a representation within the new Maritime Village, so the Melbourne Board of Management of Missions to Seamen Victoria gave its permission on 21st May 1979 for the entire furnishings of the Williamstown chapel to be transferred to Flagstaff Hill. The St Nicholas Seamen’s Church was officially opened on October 11, 1981, and closely resembles the Williamstown chapel. The altar cloth is representative of the ecclesiastical linen in use in the early to mid-20th century, when the original St Nicholas Seamen's Church was opened in Williamstown, Victoria. The Mariner's Cross embroidered onto the altar cloth gives it a connection with the early Christian church and with the Missions to Seamen. The fine hand stitching and embroidery are examples of traditional handcraft skills used over the centuries and continuing in use today.Altar cloth, white linen, with custom-made white cotton cover. The long rectangular cloth has the symbol of a Mariner's Cross (anchor and cross) embroidered with white silk thread on each short end. The wide hems are hand-stitched. The cover has two white tape ties and embroidered text in blue silk thread. This cloth and cover is part of the St. Nicholas Seamen's Church Collection. On cloth: symbol of (anchor with an 'X' stitched behind the centre of it). On cover, text "FLAGSTAFF/ HILL" flagstaff hill, warrnambool, shipwrecked coast, flagstaff hill maritime museum, maritime museum, shipwreck coast, flagstaff hill maritime village, great ocean road, religion, religious service, st nicholas seamen’s church flagstaff hill, altar cloth, church linen, ecclesiastical linen, mariner’s cross, anchor cross, cross of hope, symbol of christianity, anchored cross, flagstaff hill maritime museum and village, maritime village, religious worship, worship service, st nicholas seamen’s church, williamstown, missions to seamen victoria, mission to seafarers, st nicholas missions to seamen’s church williamstown, missions to seamen, st nicholas missions to seamen’s church flagstaff hill, 139 nelson place williamstown, anglican church

This item commemorates the war in Vietnam (1962-1975). A wooden plaque with metal emblem attached. The emblem has a crown above an anchor, crossed swords and an eagle above the words Australian Services Canteens Organization.Australian Services Organization Canteenaustralian canteen services organization, plaque, vietnam, canteen

Painted wooden plaque featuring anchor and crossed flags on blue background with gold outline "H.M.A Naval Dockyard Williamstown/ Deeds not words"

Badges and insignia worn by C.P.O. Harper on HMAS Vendetta 1940 - 1946 Photo C.P.O. Harper d/178Badge board displaying Rank insignia C.P.O. Whistle and lanyard Rank insignia Hat band with crown and anchor Insignia Crown and crossed anchors Cap ribbon H.M.A.S. Canberra Cloth Badge crow and crossed torpedoes and 9 brass buttons

Small badge in black frame with blue paper backing. Badge has the Melbourne Harbour Trust acronym and a symbol of two crossed anchors."MHT" Attached note "The enclosed Cao badge circa 1950 / worn by myself as a Fireman Watchman/ you can see it is discoloured by smoke (the/ decking fires were frightening in those days)/ Please add it to your memorabilia and keep/ regards- Fred/ Fred Rubie"

RMS Queen Mary a retired ocean liner by 1971 that sailed primarily on the North Atlantic Ocean from 1936 to 1967 for the Cunard Line (known as Cunard-White Star Line when the vessel entered service ( Wikipedia) Maritime ArtLong framed unglazed landscape format painting predominantly depicting in foreground an ocean liner painted black hull and white superstructure with three funnel stacks painted red with black trim, under full sail against a blue sky. The back of the painting is covered with brown paper in places damaged. Hangs on a cotton cord threaded between two screw in eyelet hooks. Brown paper backingat lower right corner single uc word in white paint : "CV WRIGHT (artist symbol of crossed anchors) / 3 ? '71"marine painting, ocean liners, rms queen mary, royal mail ships, p & o steamships, ww2, artwork-paintings, hobbies, bosun, c.v. wright

RMS Queen Elizabeth that sailed primarily on the North Atlantic Ocean from 1939 to 1968 for the Cunard Line , later owned by the Queen Corpration and then the Seawise University. Queen Elizabeth was a slightly larger ship (than the Queen Mary) , the largest passenger liner ever built at that time and for 56 years thereafter. She also has the distinction of being the largest-ever riveted ship by gross tonnage. She first entered service in February 1940 as a troopship in World War II, and it was not until October 1946 that she served in her intended role as an ocean liner. With the decline in popularity of the transatlantic route, both ships were replaced by the smaller. Queen Elizabeth was sold to a succession of buyers, and finally was sold to Hong Kong businessman of the Orient Overseas line in 1970. In 1972, whilst she was undergoing refurbishment in Hong Kong harbour, fire broke out aboard under unexplained circumstances, and the ship was capsized by the water used to fight the fire.Marine artLong framed unglazed landscape format painting predominantly depicting in foreground an ocean liner painted black hull and white superstructure with two funnel stacks painted red with black trim, under full sail against a blue sky. The back of the painting is covered with brown paper in places damaged. Hanging cord missing . Remnant Brown paper backing.at lower right corner single uc word in white paint : "CV WRIGHT (artist symbol of crossed anchors) / 3 ? '71"marine painting, ocean liners, rms queen mary, royal mail ships, p & o steamships, ww2, artwork-paintings, hobbies, bosun, c.v.wright

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".

tis replica Anniversary of National Service 1951-1975 Medal. The ANSM was introduced on 2001 to recognise those who completed their obligation under the two National Service Schemes that operated in Australia between 1951 and 1972Bronze round medal depicting crossed swords, anchor and wings with a star above. Ribbon is striped brown, blue, green, white, navy and gold.Anniversary of National Service 1951-1972australian medal, national service, anniversary

Document. Greeting Cards. White card with gold anchor, two crossed swords and wings near the top of the anchor. Above the anchor is a red, gold & black crown. At each side is a gold spray of leaves. At the bottom is a blue curved banner with gold edging. Printed in gold is 'Uniter Agamus'. Printed on the left side of the insert is 'The Naval and Military Club Melbourne, Victoria.'The Naval and Military Club Melbourne Victoriaperson, greeting cards, malone collection, malone collection, greeting cards

L. Schilling collection..1) Cloth badge patch, black background with x 2 red cotton crossed sea anchors surmounted by a crown. .2) Cloth badge patch, black background with x 2 gold cotton crossed sea anchors with letters SC above them. .3) Cloth badge patch, white background with x 2 blue cotton crossed sea anchors with letters SC above them. .4) Badge combination, dome shaped, black cloth. Gold laurel wreath, gold stylized rope around a silver anchor rope. Letters SCC in gold thread above the centre section..4) Has number “541” on rear.numismatics-badges-military, military history - navy, cadets

Blue Royal Australian Navy Beret with Badge issued/belonged to Errol Ivan DREHER born 30/4/1926 at Numerkah. Enlisted in the RAN on 6/5/1946 Service No R30435 and served on HMAS Sydney 1951-2 during the Korean WarBlue wool beret with black braid band. At front affixed with multi coloured fabric badge consisting of an anchor, boomerang, wings and crossed swords below a yellow star. Inside - Kent pure wool Large/ Christie’s Sydney Badge - Korea KWVA NSWran, korean war, hmas sydney

Items souvenired by Frederick Ernest ADDLEM VX142253. Refer Cat No 432.2 for his service history and 937P. .1) Badge, Japanese, Metal, Rectangular shape with crossed swords, Anchor and chain, centre is a brass star. Rear has Japanese writing and pin clasp .2) Same as abovenumismatics -badges - military, japan

Standard issue work shirt worn by members of the Royal Australian Navy during the war in Vietnam. This item was issued to Leading Musician Eric Raymond Cross : HMAS Sydney 21 May 1968 -13 Jun 1968 and Royal Australian Navy Fleet Band 26 May 1970 - 04 Jun 1970.Blue cotton drill shirt with collar, long sleeves and button-flap patch pockets. Front fastens with 6 buttons. Cotton patches on left and right sleeve of blue and red embroidery on white: right is a lyre beneath a crown, left is crossed anchors beneath a crown.navy, vietnam, shirt, uniforn, ran, musician, cross, eric cross, e r cross

Handwritten black ink - "PO B SKILLINGTON R115634" .Overalls - mid grey cotton fabric with 'DURABLE FLAME RETARDANT FINISH' . Metal press stud closure. Elastic waist back. Epaulettes - embroidered gold crown, crossed anchors, and "Australia" on black fabric. Name label on front right side and inside back waistband. Makers label - below collar - back.Name label on front - "SKILLINGTON" Inside waist back - handwritten in black ink "PO B. SKILLINGTON R115634". Makers label - black and red print - top label - "National Textiles Pty Ltd/ Proban" with extensive information on the Flame Retardant Finish and laundry care. Lower label - red print - CAN'T/ TEAR/ 'EM/ AUSTRALIAN WORKWEAR/ 100% Cotton/ Size 95R/1994".uniforms, ran, workwear

Pack of cards used by Mary Schwerkolt on her journey on the Seydlitz from New York via Bremen in 1908 to Melbourne to claim her inheritance. Bremer was the departure point for migrants leaving Germany.Complete set of (1-52) playing cards. Reverse has sailing ship and insignia in circle bottom left of crossed anchor and key. Writing at top: Norddeutscher, Lloyd, Bremen, at bottom right corner: New York, Baltimore Sud America Ost-Asien Australien. (53) Paper envelope (brown) in which cards were stored.whalen, rosalie, schwerkolt, mary, playing cards, games, seydlitz, bremen, new york, baltimore

Set of 4 Vietnam Service Medals. Court mounted. Australian Active Service Medal. With Vietnam Bar. Vietnam Military Medal. Anniversary of National Service Medal. Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal. With 1960 Bar.AASM. Has central star. with date 1945 - 1975. Vietnam Medal has HM Elizabeth 2nd on obverse with reverse showing mythological figure of the Greek God Hermes. Anniversary of National Service Medal surrounds wings beneath an anchor with crossed swords on obverse. The reverse shows the Southern Cross on spreading rays surrounded by a cog. Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal obverse shows a gold and white enamelled star with a green- red and gold centre motif. The ribbon is green with 3 white stripes. Reverse shows CHIEN _ DICH over central VIETNAM with BOI - TINH beneath.

Items in collection re David Dixon RAN R112262, refer Cat No 5215.5 for his service details.1. Two Rank badges - Petty Officer, embroidered navy blue colour, crossed anchors with red and navy blue crown above. 2. Two Category badges - Petty Officer Bosun, embroidered navy blue colour and red crown with navy blue crossed cannons. 3. On category badge - Quartermaster Gunner, embroidered navy blue and red crown above navy blue crossed cannons and three letters "QMG" . 4. Australian flag, white ensign, embroidered red,white and blue. uniform, badges, navy ran

Naval Uniform - brand new. 1. Jacket - 75% cotton, 25% polyester fabric. Grey, dark grey and dark green disruptive pattern. Metal stud closures. Epaulettes - gold embroidered crown, crossed anchors and "AUSTRALIA" unit shoulder flashes - both embroidered with gold, white and red thread - R. three headed dog/ "HMAS CERBERUS" - ships badge. L. Australian Navy White Ensign. Chest patch - embroidered gold, red and white RAN Patch - Crown, Anchor and R.A.N. logo. 2. Trousers - 75% cotton, 25% polyester fabric, grey, dark grey and dark green disruptive pattern.Both - Maker's label - black print on white label "CTE PTY LTD/ JUNE 2010/2011" / "75% cotton 25% polyester/ FR treated". Then extensive information on laundering care of fabric. "MADE IN AUSTRALIA" .uniforms, dpnu, ran

There is a single record with the RAN for a John Kidd, who commenced service in 1909 and left in 1912. Kidd was born in 1885 in Sydney and his mother lived in Queenscliff. He served on the HMAS Parramatta from 1911-1912. There is no evidence of him having served on the HMAS Melbourne. Kidd served from 1911-1912 on the HMAS Parramatta, the first ship launched for the Royal Australian Navy (RAN).A wooden box with mortise and tenon joins, brass fittings, circular handles, silver hinges and a name plate on the front. The box has a lift out section creating compartments. On the inside lid of the box is a postcard of the HMAS Melbourne surrounded by small rope decoration. A number of keepsakes are inside including a fidd for splicing ropes, a Capstan Wills tobacco tin, 3 postcards, a "Bengall Imperial" cut throat razor (T.R. Cadman & Sons, Sheffield England), black and white bakelite buttons with embossed crown and anchor and brass shank (either for war time or junior officers), gold naval buttons with embossed naval anchor and 2 piece shank (from a coat and cuffs), a bullet casing (Webley '45), a petty officers cloth badge (crossed anchors with a Crown), 4 shells, a good conduct badge (black with gold embroidery) and a red/brown vulcanized asbestos fibre fireproof dog- tag with rope attached."John Kidd" on front of box. "20171" stamped on edge of box. Tobacco tin: "Medium/"Capstan"/Registered/Ready Rubbed Fine Cut Tobacco/-1 oz net weight when packed/W.D. & H.O. Wills/(Australia) Ltd., Sydney. Postcard: Main Street, Samarai. Postcard: Sydney from Lavender Bay Kerry (Copyright) Sydney. Postcard: "Docks showing cathedral, Bristol BL 193. Copyright Lilywhite (1932) Ltd, Sowerby Bridge". Buttons: "AUSTRALIA/Y6-298", "Buttons Ltd B'HAM mark trade" "AUSTRALIA Stokes & Son Melbourne". Bullet casing "WEB WRA 45". Dog-Tag may read "L/Ford" written in ink?ditty box, john kidd, dog-tag, wwi identification tag, lilywhite ltd, w.d & h.o wills, stokes & son melbourne, naval buttons, hmas melbourne

Name on drycleaning ticket - "SHARPE".RAN Winter ceremonial uniform Officers. 1. Jacket, black colour wool/polyester fabric. Double breasted with six buttons, collar, two inset lower pockets with flap. Shoulder patches/flashes at top - black fabric, gold lettering "AUSTRALIA". in middle of sleeve black fabric with gold thread embroidered Queen's Crown, with real inserts and crossed anchors. Attached below are three gold stripe chevrons on black fabric. indicates Petty Officer with years of service. Buttons - gold colour metal buttons with shank with raised lettering and emblem - Queen's Crown, Anchor and "AUSTRALIA" (one missing). Lining - black colour polyester/ cotton fabric. Two concealed pockets. Sleeves - two gold buttons. Right sleeve - shoulder patch - black colour fabric with gold embroidery "S" in six pointed star surmounted by Queens crown with red inserts. Petty Officer - Steward. 2. Trousers - black colour wool/polyester fabric with fob pocket, two inset side pockets, one inset back pocket. Black and white colour buttons for waist adjustment and braces. cream colour cotton fabric lining waistband and pockets. Black colour ribbon stripe down outside seam. Metal zipper fly. Manufacturers information - gold embroidery. 1. "C.G.C.F.", on back of metal buttons "STOKES & SONS/ MELB".ran, uniform, steward

The Bendigo Branch of the National Servicemen's Association was established Post 2000 and held their meetings at the Bendigo District RSL Sub Branch Havilah Rd.National Servicemen's Association Logo framed, square shape, blue and white colours with central map of Australia with crossed swords over with crown, eagle and anchor representing Navy, Army and Airforce. The frame has a brass inscribed plaque at the bottom.On the small brass plaque, "Presented to Bendigo RSL by NSAA Bendigo Sub Branch"brsl, smirsl, nsaa,

.1) Badge, brass, shows crossed cannons with threaded piece on rear. .2) Badge, brass, with letters “U S” and threaded piece on the rear. .3) Badge, brass, central dome shape with map of USA, anchor and Eagle with threaded piece on rear. .4) Badge, brass, pressed metal, central dome shape with flame at top with the word “Australia” under.

.1). .2), .3) Buttons, black plastic, round, palmtree and "RWAFF" .4) Button, black plastic, sheild, "British Red Cross Scoeity .5) Smaller version of .4) .6) Button, black plastic, round palm tree and RWAFF .7) Button, black plastic, round with crown and anchor .8) Button, metal, brass, round with coat of arms .9) Button, metal, brass, round with crown and anchor .10) Button, metal, brass, round with crown over wings .11) Button, metal, brass, round with crown over wingsbuttons, collection

Uniform issued to Keith Daniel RAN, refer Cat No 1468.9 for service details.1) Jacket wool black colour with “Australia” on upper sleeves, embroidered gold anchor and 3 gold stripes on left sleeve, right sleeve has crossed rifles with “QMG” .2) Shirt cotton white with insignia. .3) White shirt-no collar, navy trim white & blue bindas .4) Trousers cotton white .5) Black tie satin ribbon (in front left trouser pocket) .6) Navy bib-white & blue trim. .7) Navy Bib blue trim .7) White bib-navy trimQMG” Quarter Master Gunner”uniforms, ran

.1) Badge, metal, round with crown on top centre in blue circle is a gold anchor and chain, around outside in red with gold lettering is "Ex Naval Mens Assn of Aust". rear has 2 lugs and is numbered stamped. .2) Badge, metal round with plaque on red back ground. Around outside on blue back ground and scroll "Returned Sailors and Soldiers League Victoria War Service Fund". Numbered badge. .3) Badge, metal round with crown at top. Red Cross in Centre surround by blue circle with "Australian Red Cross Society" Rear has pin clip..1) "10973" .2) "2166"badges, association, naval, red cross

Items in the collection re Ian McLeod RWAFF, refer Cat No 2262.2 for service details.1 Badge silver inscription and crowned eagle. gold anchor and chain in centre. 2 Badge silver bottom half is a shield top half is a crowned eagle with wings outstretched. 3 Badge gold square on a gold square off set 45 degrees in centre is a lion the rear surrounds are two crossed swords. 4 Copper badge of an eagle with large crown there is an enamel white cross in centre of a red enamelled oval the birds claws are holding a lanyard. 5 Copper shield with cross rifles in it there is numbers 64 in red enamel circle in centre a crown is between. 6 Plain star 5 point 3 cm wide 7 grey cloth silver engine the bottom has British coat of arms. 10 cm x 5 cm. 8 Uniform. Black cloth rad binding has gold 3 pips, crown with red cross. crown gold thread. copper button. 9 Cloth rosette green centre white red surrounds 5 pointed brass star number 9 in centre surmounted with a crown.badges, collection, foreign

Blue & white, soft cover book, 160 pages. 3 pictures on front cover of Australian flag with crossed swords, an anchor within a frame, & larger drawing of a boat pulled up on the edge of a river. 3 sheets of paper posted in inside front cover, inside back cover, & on last page.books, military, history, navy