Showing 432 items matching "government factory"
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Moorabbin Air MuseumDocument (Item) - Government Aircraft Factory Sales Promotion Publication
... Government Aircraft Factory Sales Promotion Publication...Government Aircraft Factory Sales Promotion Publication...Government Aircraft Factory Sales Promotion Publication Document Government Aircraft Factory Sales Promotion Publication ... -
Port Melbourne Historical & Preservation SocietyPhotograph - Illustration of two Beaufort bombers over Government Aircraft Factory, Fishermen's Bend, 1940s
... Illustration of two Beaufort bombers over Government Aircraft Factory, Fishermen's Bend......Government Aircraft Factory...Lasercopy A3 size of an illustration of two Beaufort bombers over the Government Aircraft Factory where they were made, Fishermens Bend 1940s...A GAF illustration copied from a copy owned by Nicholas CREE, which is a copy from a neg owned by ASTA Armed Services - Air Force Industry - Manufacturing Transport - Aviation and Aerodrome Fishermans Bend War - World War II Government Aircraft Factory Lasercopy A3 size of an illustration of two Beaufort bombers over the Government Aircraft Factory where they were made, Fishermens Bend 1940s Photograph Illustration of two Beaufort bombers over Government Aircraft Factory, Fishermen's Bend ...A GAF illustration copied from a copy owned by Nicholas CREE, which is a copy from a neg owned by ASTALasercopy A3 size of an illustration of two Beaufort bombers over the Government Aircraft Factory where they were made, Fishermens Bend 1940sarmed services - air force, industry - manufacturing, transport - aviation and aerodrome, fishermans bend, war - world war ii, government aircraft factory -
Port Melbourne Historical & Preservation SocietyPhotograph - Final assembly of Beaufort Bomber at Government Aircraft Factory, c September 1941
... Final assembly of Beaufort Bomber at Government Aircraft Factory......Government Aircraft Factory...Hard & digital copies of the final stages of twin-engined Bristol Beaufort Torpedo Bomber assembly at Dept. of Aircraft Production (later Government Aircraft Factory), Lorimer Street, c September 1941....Photograph Final assembly of Beaufort Bomber at Government Aircraft Factory ...Hard & digital copies of the final stages of twin-engined Bristol Beaufort Torpedo Bomber assembly at Dept. of Aircraft Production (later Government Aircraft Factory), Lorimer Street, c September 1941.transport - aviation and aerodrome, beaufort bomber, fishermans bend, government aircraft factory, gaf, industry - manufacturing, war - world war ii -
Port Melbourne Historical & Preservation Society
Photograph - CD-ROM, Government Aircraft Factory, Rob Nash, 19 May 2006
... CD-ROM, Government Aircraft Factory......Government Aircraft Factory...CD containing 24 directories of photos from the Government Aircraft Factory in Lorimer Street. Topics covered include aircraft, manufacturing process, the factory and special events; period covers 1940s to 1960s. ...Photograph CD-ROM, Government Aircraft Factory Rob Nash ...The donor worked at the GAF for 30+ years, where he was a draftsman. When the factory closed he was given numerous artefacts including photos, many of which were scanned into the CD that he donated to the society.CD containing 24 directories of photos from the Government Aircraft Factory in Lorimer Street. Topics covered include aircraft, manufacturing process, the factory and special events; period covers 1940s to 1960s. CD also has an incomplete photo directory in Excel.GAF PHOTOGRAPHS R. NASH 19 MAY 06armed services - air force, transport - aviation and aerodrome, built environment - industrial, fishermans bend, robert nash, government aircraft factory, gaf -
Port Melbourne Historical & Preservation Society
Audio - PMHPS Meeting, Government Aircraft Factory, Rob Nash, 26 Mar 2007
... PMHPS Meeting, Government Aircraft Factory, Rob Nash...Speaker was Rob Nash on the Government Aircraft Factory. Recording duration 01:18:27...Speaker was Rob Nash on the Government Aircraft Factory. Recording duration 01:18:27 Audio PMHPS Meeting, Government Aircraft Factory, Rob Nash ...Recording of the PMHPS meeting on 26.03.2007 at the Liardet Community centre. Speaker was Rob Nash on the Government Aircraft Factory. Recording duration 01:18:27industry, transport - aviation and aerodrome, rob nash -
Warrnambool and District Historical Society Inc.Country Fire Brigade Hat, Commonwealth Government Clothing Factory, Mid 20th century
... Commonwealth Government Clothing Factory Melbourne 7 C.F.B. ...Commonwealth Government Clothing Factory...Country Fire Brigade Hat Commonwealth Government Clothing Factory ...This hat was part of the uniform of the Country Fire Brigade. The organization now known as the Country Fire Authority was established in 1945 as a volunteer and community-based organization providing fire fighting and emergency services in regional and rural areas in Victoria. Today the organization includes career fire-fighters and funding is partly provided by a levy included in local Council rates. The owner of this hat is not known. This hat is of minor interest and is retained for display purposesThis is a hat with a circular flat crown made of black felt with 4 eyelets. Around the edge of the crown is a brown leather band with a fabric bow fastening and a black cloth ribbon with a red corded edging. In the centre is a brass badge with letters on it. The peak is made of patent leather with a black leather band on the upper edge with metal buttons. The inside of the peak is made of green leather. Inside the hat is a plastic covering with a leather band. There is a cloth label with yellow printing. Commonwealth Government Clothing Factory Melbourne 7 C.F.B. country fire fighting services warrnambool, history of warrnambool -
Ringwood RSL Sub-BranchHeadwear - Headgear Officer's Cap, Commonweath Government Clothing Factory, C 1956
... Commonwealth Government Clothing Factories S 56Size P. Dunlevie 3162364...Commonweath Government Clothing Factory....No badge Headwear Headgear Officer's Cap Commonweath Government Clothing Factory. ...Officer's Peaked Cap with anodised gold buttons & Queen's Crown. Leather Strap. No badgeCommonwealth Government Clothing Factories S 56Size P. Dunlevie 3162364 -
Warrnambool RSL Sub BranchJacket, Commonwealth Government Clothing Factory (C.G.C.F.), 1970s
... commonwealth government clothing factory...Commonwealth Government Clothing Factory (C.G.C.F.)...Jacket Commonwealth Government Clothing Factory (C.G.C.F.) ...This jacket is part of a winter mess dress uniform belonging to Bernard Farley during service with the Australian Airforce. Worn in 1978, this jacket style was first developed in the 1950s and continues to be worn as mess uniform in the present day.This item has aesthetic significance and is a representative example of uniform design from the 1950s to present day. This item has clear provenance, having been donated by RSL member and Secretary (2019), Bernard Farley after its use during Bernard’s service in the Airforce. As a former member of the Australian Airforce and member of the Warrnambool ex-service community, Bernard’s uniform has great social significance, telling a broader story of life after service.Dark navy blue dress jacket with long sleeves ending at waist height. Jacket is double breasted with eight metal buttons; two buttons are larger and held on by safety pins. Buttons are gold in colour and marked with a crown and eagle motif. Lapels on jacket are of a lighter, grey-blue. Jacket is adorned with epaulettes on both left and right shoulder, attached with a cotton loop on each shoulder and held in place with a screw-in gold button. Jacket has synthetic lining in cream colour and an interior pocket on the left hand side; lining is detatched on both the left and right sides at the base. Label on interior collar reads “C.G.C.F” Epaulettes bear three lines in gold embroidered stitching and a badge depicting an eagle underneath a crown, also in gold. dress uniform, airforce, commonwealth government clothing factory, uniform, epaulette -
Warrnambool RSL Sub BranchTrousers, Australian Government Clothing Factory (A.G.C.F.), 1978
... commonwealth government clothing factory...Australian Government Clothing Factory (A.G.C.F.)...Trousers Australian Government Clothing Factory (A.G.C.F.) ...These trousers are part of a winter mess dress uniform belonging to Bernard Farley during service with the Australian Airforce. Worn in 1978, this trouser style was first developed in the 1950s and continues to be worn as mess uniform in the present day.This item has aesthetic significance and is a representative example of uniform design from the 1950s to present day. This item has clear provenance, having been donated by RSL member and Secretary (2019), Bernard Farley after its use during Bernard’s service in the Airforce. As a former member of the Australian Airforce and member of the Warrnambool ex-service community, Bernard’s uniform has great social significance, telling a broader story of life after service.Dark navy blue dress trousers with cream coloured lining on waistband and pockets; dark synthetic material rectangles are sewn on interior of pants hem on pressed edge. Seven buttons, coloured black, are present on the interior of the waistband and were likely used as attachments for suspenders; reverse of pants rise into two points either side of the spine. Pants are fastened with a black plastic zip and a hook and eye at the top of the fly. Two pockets are present on both left and right hips and one small pocket on the front right hand side near the pelvic bone. Fabric is pleated twice on the front and has two darts on the reverse. Label on interior collar reads “A.G.C.F./VIC. 1978/(arrow symbol)/NO./NAME” Inscription on interior left hand pocket lining reads “992”dress uniform, airforce, commonwealth government clothing factory, uniform -
Warrnambool RSL Sub BranchCummerbund, Australian Government Clothing Factory (A.G.C.F.), 1983
... commonwealth government clothing factory...Australian Government Clothing Factory (A.G.C.F.)...Cummerbund Australian Government Clothing Factory (A.G.C.F.) ...This cummerbund is part of a winter mess dress uniform belonging to Bernard Farley during service with the Australian Airforce. Worn in 1978, this cummerbund style was first developed in the 1950s and continues to be worn as mess uniform in the present day.This item has aesthetic significance and is a representative example of uniform design from the 1950s to present day. This item has clear provenance, having been donated by RSL member and Secretary (2019), Bernard Farley after its use during Bernard’s service in the Airforce. As a former member of the Australian Airforce and member of the Warrnambool ex-service community, Bernard’s uniform has great social significance, telling a broader story of life after service.Dark navy blue broad waist sash which forms part of a dress uniform. Elasticised woven fabric in a rectangular shape fastened with two strips of velcro. A label is attached to the interior along the seam attaching the velcro. Label reads: “A.G.C.F../VIC. 1983/(broad arrow)/SIZE. 34/8440.S6.035.3816/NO./NAME”dress uniform, airforce, commonwealth government clothing factory, uniform, cummerbund, belt, sash -
Bendigo Military MuseumHeadwear - BERET, Commonwealth Government Clothing Factory Melbourne
... On sewn in label, “Commonwealth Government Clothing Factory Melbourne”. Hand written, M LAMBIE”...Commonwealth Government Clothing Factory Melbourne...Headwear BERET Commonwealth Government Clothing Factory Melbourne ...Item issued to Margaret LAMBIE F3492 W.R.A.A.C. refer Cat No 5019.3. Margaret Married Peter Dodd, refer Cat No 2436.2P for his service details.Beret green outer colour oval shape with stiff cardboard head band, inside is grey lined with sewn in label, badge on front is secured by two safety pins, badge consists of central diamond shape silver colour with stars of Aust Flag, outer gold wreath and plaque under.On the badge, “WRAAC”. On sewn in label, “Commonwealth Government Clothing Factory Melbourne”. Hand written, M LAMBIE”headwear, beret, wraac -
Brighton Historical SocietyHeadwear - Hat, Beret, circa 1956
... Label in lining, cream with yellow text: "COMMONWEALTH GOVERNMENT CLOTHING FACTORY / MELBOURNE" Stamped on top of this text in black: "7⅛"...Commonwealth Government Clothing Factory...Beret Headwear Hat Commonwealth Government Clothing Factory Mayfair ...This beret was worn by Marlene Austin, nee Trenberth in 1956 as part of the uniform of an official driver for the Melbourne Olympic Games. Marlene, who was living with her parents in Brighton at the time, took leave from her job as a stenographer to work as a driver at the Olympics. She drove officials and dignitaries from a variety of nations (including Thailand, Italy, Cuba and Sweden) to and from events, collecting a number of souvenirs, including a Venezuelan pennant and a pair of earrings gifted by the Thai delegation. Marlene's family have lived in Brighton since 1941, when her parents moved into a house at 15 Moffat Street. The house remained in the family for more than 75 years, before it was sold in 2018.Green wool beret featuring an oval-shaped white patch embroidered with the five Olympic rings. Grey lining.Label in lining, cream with yellow text: "COMMONWEALTH GOVERNMENT CLOTHING FACTORY / MELBOURNE" Stamped on top of this text in black: "7⅛"marlene pearl austin, marlene pearl trenberth, 1950s, 1956 olympic games, olympic games, beret -
Montmorency–Eltham RSL Sub BranchUniform - Shirt, Green, Field Dress, Green Field Dress Shirt, 1980
... Australian Government Clothing Factory, Victoria, 1980 SIZE 38/81 B405.66.093.2430 SERVICE NO. ...AUSTRALIAN GOVERNMENT CLOTHING FACTORY...Australian Government Clothing Factory, Victoria, 1980 SIZE 38/81 B405.66.093.2430 SERVICE NO. ...Green field shirt with two chest pockets. It has three cloth badges of rank. Two badges sewn on the right sleeve and one badge on the left sleeve. The Australian Military Badge is at the top of the L sleeve. Warrant Officer Class II badges (L/R sleeves). Each shoulder has a strap.Manufacturers Badge sewn inside shirt. Australian Government Clothing Factory, Victoria, 1980 SIZE 38/81 B405.66.093.2430 SERVICE NO. NAMEgreen shirt,, 1980,, australian armed forces -
Bendigo Military MuseumHeadwear - CAP, PEAKED, Australian Government Clothing Factory, 1988
... Printed in black on the clear plastic lining: 'AGCF logo, AUSTRALIAN GOVERNMENT CLOTHING FACTORY, SIZE (upwards arrow) 55, VIC, 1988'...Australian Government Clothing Factory...Headwear CAP, PEAKED Australian Government Clothing Factory ...Part of the Reverend Chaplain Major Thomas Bruce Williams, No 556101, Collection.Khaki officer's peaked cap with brown leather hat band fastened with gold coloured buttons. Each button features a map of Australia under a queen's crown. Attached to the front is a metal Australian Army Christian Chaplain's badge. The lining is polyester and clear plastic with a brown leather sweat band.Printed in black on the clear plastic lining: 'AGCF logo, AUSTRALIAN GOVERNMENT CLOTHING FACTORY, SIZE (upwards arrow) 55, VIC, 1988'army chaplain, headwear, uniform, peaked cap, major thomas b. williams -
Bendigo Military MuseumEquipment - SLEEPING BAG OUTER, Commonwealth Government Factory, c.1963
... Commonwealth Government Factory...Equipment SLEEPING BAG OUTER Commonwealth Government Factory ...Item was commonly called a “silk”.Rectangular nylon sleeping bag outer, fits over a blanket.“CGCF Victoria 1963”military equipment - army, silk, sleeping, outer -
Lilydale RSL Sub BranchEquipment - Ammunition belt, Lithgow small arms factory
... ...Government Factory (Maribynong))...Ammunition Belt Equipment Ammunition belt Lithgow small arms factory Government Factory (Maribynong)) ...Introduced in 1912 and continued to be used in WW1, WW2 and up until 1960s. They hold up to 250 rounds. Strapless belts were developed in WW2 to save on brass.Long canvas belt (over 5 mtrs) with orifices to hold ammunition cartridges for 303 calibre Vickers machine gun. none -
Ballarat Tramway MuseumUniform - Cap band, Australian Government Clothing Factory?
... Possibly made by the Australian Government clothing factory....Australian Government Clothing Factory?...Possibly made by the Australian Government clothing factory. Uniform Cap band Australian Government Clothing Factory? ...Has a strong association with inspectors in the SEC tramways, possibly inspector Dave Kellett? in Ballarat.Woollen? thread, black colour, based cap band for an Inspectors cap or hat with three gold bands sewn onto the backing piece. Circumference overall approx. 590mm, 40mm deep. Possibly made by the Australian Government clothing factory.tramways, trams, uniforms, cap, inspectors -
Warrnambool RSL Sub BranchRAAF Gaberdine Overcoat, Australian Government Clothing Factory (A.G.C.F.), 1976
... (Australian Government Clothing Factory) Vic 1976. Broad Arrow Symbol. 8405.66.013.6603. ...Australian Government Clothing Factory (A.G.C.F.)...(Australian Government Clothing Factory) Vic 1976. Broad Arrow Symbol. 8405.66.013.6603. ...This coat was issued to Airman Bernard Farley in 1976 as an initial issue of uniform. Bernard was enlisted in the Royal Australian Air Force in Warrnambool on 26th January 1976. This item is a Royal Australian Air Force uniform that was issued for the airman Bernard Farley. It has historic and social significance as an item of local military history. It is also in near perfect condition.RAAF Blue Gaberdine Greatcoat/Overcoat. Double Breasted. Belted at waist. Partly lined inside body; sleeves fully lined. Two vertical pocket openings at belt height give access to large inner pocket and to separate inner clothing. Double line of 5 Gold coloured plastic(?) buttons with Crown and Wingson on left and right front of coat. Single black plastic button on inside of coat immediately behind top left gold button. Epaulettes on shoulders are attached at outer end and have a small gold coloured button and button hole attachment at inner end; 'RAAF' sewn in lighter blue thread on outer end of each epaulette. Sleeves have 3 small gold buttons on cuffs.Attachment inside collar reads; A.G.C.F. (Australian Government Clothing Factory) Vic 1976. Broad Arrow Symbol. 8405.66.013.6603. Size 3L. No. NAME. Attachment inside lower left reads; handwritten, 17481, E746813, 3L,30560. 27.Blue Stamp - S broad arrow Nraaf, great coat, royal australian air force, r.a.a.f., air force, uniform, coat, bernard farley, farley, airman, warrnambool, warrnambool rsl -
Moorabbin Air Museum
Document - Malkara Safety Procedures Copy No. 11, Government Aircraft Factory
... Government Aircraft Factory ...Government Aircraft Factory Document Malkara Safety Procedures Copy No. 11 ... -
Moorabbin Air Museum
Document - Turana Drone System papers, Government Aircraft Factory and Department of Supply
... Government Aircraft Factory and Department of Supply ...Government Aircraft Factory and Department of Supply Document Turana Drone System papers ... -
Ballarat Tramway MuseumUniform - Cap band, Australian Government Clothing Factory?
... The slits at either end were fitted over the cap buttons (See Reg Item 4452) Possibly made by the Australian Government clothing factory. The strap could be adjusted to be used as a chin strap if needed. ...Australian Government Clothing Factory?...Uniform Cap band Australian Government Clothing Factory? ...Has a strong association with the uniforms and caps of the SEC tramway crews, yields information about their manufacture.Plastic strip, or chin strap cut from a premanufactured strip, with slots at either end, a buckle, a loop and two small rivets to be used as a cap band for the SEC tramway crew caps. The slits at either end were fitted over the cap buttons (See Reg Item 4452) Possibly made by the Australian Government clothing factory. The strap could be adjusted to be used as a chin strap if needed. Two No.tramways, trams, uniforms, cap, crews -
Bendigo Military MuseumHeadwear - CAP, PEAKED, RAAF
... Australian Government Clothing Factory...Australian Government Clothing Factory...Headwear CAP, PEAKED, RAAF Australian Government Clothing Factory Australian Government Clothing Factory ...Navy blue RAAF hat with plastic gold coloured badge. Badge: RAAF inside a wreath.headwear raaf, uniforms -
Beechworth RSL Sub-BranchJacket battle dress, 1977
... Australian Government Clothing Factory...Australian Government Clothing Factory...Waist length jacket, with two breast pockets either side, collar, olive green, two shoulder patches on both side ones says “Royal Australian Electrical & Mechanical engineers” in Bright yellow/gold writing on a in navy blue shoulder patch; a ranking insignia of Warrant Officer class 2 above the cuff of both sleeves Jacket battle dress Australian Government Clothing Factory Australian Government Clothing Factory ...standard style of a jacket battle dress from the late 1940s to 1982; it was used for parade dress; this jacket was worn by a warrant officer class 2 of the Royal Australian Electrical and Mechanical Engineers.This jacket has historical significance because it representative of a standard style service battle dress worn by soldiers of the Australian Army Post WW2 until the introduction of the modern polyester cotton uniforms. It is also in excellent condition, which is special considering it's age. Waist length jacket, with two breast pockets either side, collar, olive green, two shoulder patches on both side ones says “Royal Australian Electrical & Mechanical engineers” in Bright yellow/gold writing on a in navy blue shoulder patch; a ranking insignia of Warrant Officer class 2 above the cuff of both sleeves Label located inside the jacket on the right hand side it says “A.G.C.F. VIC 1977 8405.66.025.6423 Size of chest: Size. 109/112PR. Yarra Falls. Batch 21657. Dry clean only Crease upper half of labels only.jacket, jacket battle dress, jacket khaki -
Beechworth RSL Sub-BranchJacket, Service Dress, Australian Government Clothing Factory, 1981
... Australian Government Clothing Factory...Australian Government Clothing Factory...Jacket, Service Dress Australian Government Clothing Factory Stokes Australian Government Clothing Factory ...The insignia on the collar of this jacket indicates that its wearer was a Marine Technical Propulsion Petty Officer in the Royal Australian Navy.Double breasted jacket in dark navy colour with notched lapels, chest pocket on left side and two hip pockets. Eight gold buttons fasten the jacket in front, each bearing Navy insignia of a crown above an anchor above the word "AUSTRALIA". Sleeves each bear navy blue patch on upper shoulder with the word "AUSTRALIA" embroidered in gold thread. Cuff of sleeves carry three gold buttons as previously described. Lapel collar has an embroidered patch on both sides which includes an ornately embroidered crown, above a propeller, above a six-pointed star above a "P"; all insignia is embroidered with gold thread. Jacket contains two interior chest pockets and is lined with synthetic material. Buttons carry embossed text "STOKES/MELB" Shoulder badges read "AUSTRALIA" Interior chest label reads, "A.G.C.F./VIC. 1981/8405-66-100-2323/SIZE. 104P/MATCHING TRS/SIZE 99P/R.A.N./MADE IN/AUSTRALIA." Handwritten on this label are the annotations "5114247/BAUMGARTEN"chief petty officer stoker, royal australian navy -
Woodend RSL
Uniform - Battle Dress jacket, trousers, lanyard and neck tie, 2nd Half 20th Century
... Australian Government Clothing Factory...Australian Government Clothing Factory...Uniform Battle Dress jacket, trousers, lanyard and neck tie Australian Government Clothing Factory Australian Government Clothing Factory ...This battle dress uniform dates to the latter half of the 20th century. It was issued to the “Prince of Wales’s Light Horse’ Regiment however the date of issue for all items is unknown. A Prince of Wales Light Horse unit was based in Kyneton, a neighboring town to Woodend. This uniform likely originated from the Kyneton area. The jacket and trouser style was still in use during the Vietnam war in which the Regiment participated. Considering the condition of the item, it is highly likely that the uniform has not seen active service.This battle dress uniform is representative of a type of standard issue Army uniform, dating to the later half of the 20th century. It is also in very good condition.Khaki, wool jacket with yellow lanyard over the right shoulder. Prince of Wale's light horse embroidered on a yellow flash, stitched on both shoulders. Cropped style with two pockets on front, four khaki buttons and waist belt. Two epaulets and a manufacturer's label on inside left hand side. Khaki, wool trousers with buttoned bracers and iron pleats on both trouser legs. Manufacturers label also on inside of pants (right hand side). Khaki neck tie.battle dress, jacket, trouser, neck tie, lanyard, khaki, wool, fabric, uniform, prince of wales light horse, army -
Woodend RSLBraces
... Australian Government Clothing Factory...Australian Government Clothing Factory...Braces Australian Government Clothing Factory Australian Government Clothing Factory ...These braces date to the latter half of the 20th century. They were issued to the “Prince of Wales’s Light Horse’ Regiment, however the date of issue is unknown. A Prince of Wales Light Horse unit was based in Kyneton, a neighboring town to Woodend. This jacket likely originated from the Kyneton area. The uniform type was still in use during the Vietnam war in which the Regiment participated. Considering the condition of the item, it is highly likely that it has not seen active serviceThese braces are representative of a piece of standard issue Army uniform. They are also in very good condition.Dark green leather and elastic braces. The section that fastens to the back has two leather attachments with holes and slits for fastening to trousers. This section extends upwards and divides into two elastic straps to afix over shoulders. There is one metallic clip that holds that elastic in place near the front of the brace, where it is folded over and can be adjusted. The two strips then end with two leather attachments each, with holes and slits for fastening to the front of a pair of trousers. The leather components are textured on the exterior and smoother on the interior. The interior sections of the leather pieces are also cream coloured. battle dress, braces, uniform, armoured, cavalry, prince of wales light horse -
Woodend RSL
Shirt
... Australian Government Clothing factory...Australian Government Clothing factory...Two front pockets Shirt Australian Government Clothing factory Australian Government Clothing factory ...The Skill at Arms Badge is awarded to members who achieve the appropriate marksman score during the conduct of the Applied Marksmanship Practice, IAWKhaki short sleeved shirt called “polyester” with rectangular embroidered rising sun patch and Skill at Arms badge (square crossed rifles patch) on left sleeve. Two front pockets -
Woodend RSL
Shirt, 1982
... Australian Government Clothing Factory...Australian Government Clothing Factory...Shirt Australian Government Clothing Factory Australian Government Clothing Factory ...This shirt was owned by Matthew Calvitto. Matthew moved to Woodend with his family at the age of one. He commenced his career in the 56th Battalion Army Reserve unit. In 1999 or early 2000 he volunteered to join the regular Army. He was posted to the 6th Royal Australian Army Regiment, D company. His initial training was at either Shaulwater Bay or Conundra. After his training he served for 6 months in Timor, in either the second or third rotation. Matthew and the other members of the D Company received battle honours. Matthew was their forward scout, as well as a marksman, which you need to qualify for every year.As an item that belonged to Matthew Calvitto, a local Woodend veteran who received battle honour for his service in Timor, this shirt has social and historic significance. The provenance of the item is know as it was donated by family members. The item is also represenantive of a type of military shirt that was issued to Army personnel during the late 20th century. The item is also in very good condition. Khaki short sleeved shirt with a short pointed collar and two front chest pockets. Each pocket is fastened with one semi opaque beige plastic button. There are seven identical buttons that fasten the front of the shirt. Each shoulder has an epoulette that fastens with one of these plastic buttons near the neck. yellow D company 6th royal australian regiment. red a collectors item infantry or military police or 4th battalion, blue 1 royal victorian regiment.matthew calvitto, calvitto, woodend, 56th battalion, 6th royal australian army regiment, d company, timor, marksman -
Bendigo Military MuseumEquipment - VICKERS No1 MK III A.A. PREDICTOR, Commonwealth Government Ordnance Factory, c. 1942
... The predictor was manufactured at the Commonwealth Government Ordnance Factory, Maribyrnong....Commonwealth Government Ordnance Factory...The predictor was manufactured at the Commonwealth Government Ordnance Factory, Maribyrnong. Pedictor Military Equipment Ordnance Anti-aircraft Guns Attached to the front of the display case: 'VICKERS A.A. ...This piece of equipment was used to predict the flight path of an aircraft in order for anti-aircraft artillery to fire accurately at an approaching enemy airborne target. A crew of six operated the machine with information ready to be relayed to a gun within 50 seconds. The predictor was manufactured at the Commonwealth Government Ordnance Factory, Maribyrnong.The item is made primarily from metal, is square shaped and bolted to a wooden base. Numerous hand operated wheel dials attached to gauges which input information related to wind speed, bearings and elevation are visible. Each of the four sides has a specific task with three sides being labelled - Elevation Unit, Wind Calculator, Bearing Unit. The item is housed in a glass and wood display case. Attached to the front of the display case: 'VICKERS A.A. PREDICTOR No1 MK III MANUFACTURED BY ORDNANCE FACTORY MARIBYRNONG'pedictor, military equipment, ordnance, anti-aircraft guns -
Shepparton RSL Sub BranchUniform, Cape, C. 1950s
... Manufacturer’s label reads “[Australian coat of arms]/A Quality Garment/BY/Australian Government Clothing Factory”. Interior sewn in label reads “33643/Kilfoyle/Cloak F Bara/[indiscernible characters]”. ...Australian Government Clothing Factory...Uniform, Cape Australian Government Clothing Factory ...This cape may have belonged to RAN Telegraphist Norma Ashton Kilfoyle, however the date of her service is not consistent with the style of the article (which has buttons which suggest this cape was issued post 1952 during the reign of Queen Elizabeth II). It is possible, though not confirmed, that this cape was worn by Norma Kilfoyle in a later role after the Second World War.Black thigh-length nurses cape with red satin lining. Fastened along centre with four gold buttons and one press stud at chin (second button from the top is missing). Two slits at waist height on both left and right allow arms through from the interior to the front. Embroidered manufacturer’s label on interior at base of neck, below which there is an ink inscription. Sewn in fabric swatch on interior right.Handwritten inscription reads “KILFOYLE”. Manufacturer’s label reads “[Australian coat of arms]/A Quality Garment/BY/Australian Government Clothing Factory”. Interior sewn in label reads “33643/Kilfoyle/Cloak F Bara/[indiscernible characters]”. Buttons read “[Queen Elizabeth crown over the Navy anchor]/AUSTRALIA” and on interior “STOKES/MELB”cape, second world war, world war two, world war ii, navy, royal australian navy, ran, women, telegraph, communications
