James Henry Steward (1817–1896) were opticians and scientific instrument makers and became established as J.H. Steward in London in 1852. He advertised himself as a “Head Optician” and on the 1st of February, 1913 became incorporated as J.H. Steward Limited. The company produced a large range of items for military use and advertised in their catalogs that they produced instruments for ‘reconnoitering, sketching, night Marching, signaling and gun Laying’. They were well thought of with their work to such a standard that they were made opticians to 'British & Foreign Governments, the National Rifle Associations of England, India, Canada & the Colonies and the National Artillery Association. An item that was produced in large quality by a well known maker who supplied the British military during the late 19th and early 20th century.Binoculars solid brass black covered with Green fabric around cylinders binoculars are complete with geared focusing and pull out lens hoods.Inscribed "The Duke Binocular"flagstaff hill, warrnambool, flagstaff-hill-maritime-museum, shipwreck-coast, flagstaff-hill-maritime-village, binoculars, the duke binocular, james henry steward, military maker, signaling, gun laying, optician

Item brought home from Vietnam by Murray Stanley Metherall. Refer 590.2.US service issue metal compass, green colour.Engraved on front "AEC License No 8-3736-3 Contains 120ML radioactive H DO NOT OPEN. Dispose of per KR 755-380. If found return to military authority" Maker's details engraved on rear. Regular markings on top.compass, equipment, accessorie, u.s

This uniform was worn by Sister Winifred Ride during World War 2.. Nurses played a key role in the conflict through their care and compassion to the servicemen who were wounded and sick.The nurses uniform is symbolic of the sacrifice and service of the many women who served their country in WW2. Grey fitted, lined jacket with long sleeves, collar and lapels. Three front metal buttons buttons and two smaller buttons on each sleeve. Dark green epaulette with four metal buttons on each shoulder (Right side is faded). Two hip pockets with one button fastener. One internal pocket with small grey button. Unit patches on each sleeve and four inverted service chevrons on right sleeve at wrist. Two ribbon bars containing 5 Campaign Ribbons on left side of front, attached with standard 'brooch' fitting . Belt (same material as jacket) passes through two loops on back of jacket and is fastened by two buttons, hidden when belt is fastened. Metal buttons stamped with map of Australia with crown above and the words Australian Military Forces around. Makers label inside back below collar: " /tailors and habit makers, J .RAVENSDALE & SON Nicholas Bldg Swanston Street Melbourne". Name of owner handwritten "Sister Ride:"

Rev. John Brown (1722-1787) was a minister of the Scottish Secession Church in Haddington. The "Self Interpreting Bible" originally published in 1778 was his most notable work. This edition was published in Glasgow. This bible is kept because of the inscription and its link to John Alexander Brebner, who was a military tailor and habit maker in Timor Street, Warrnambool in the 1870's and 1880's.This is a hard covered family bible. The cover and spine has an ornate gold design. Holy Bible is printed in gold on the spine. There are 82 pages of information at the start including reflections and an introduction to the right understanding of the oracles of God and a chronological index of scriptural history. There is also a biography of the Rev. John Brown, minister of the gospel at Haddington. Within the pages of the first chapter of the bible, Genesis, a four page black and white printed A5 leaflet entitled Christian Baptism can be found. John Alexr. Brebner May 14th 1873john alexander brebner, brebner, family bibles, john brown haddington

This musical instrument belonged to Donald Robert McDonald who was a member of a prominent South Warrnambool family. As his army service number is on the case it is presumed that he had the musical instrument with him during his wartime service (World War Two). Donald Robert McDonald (b. 1908) enlisted in 1942 and was discharged in 1946. He was a bombardier in the 2/4 Aust. Composite A/A Regiment.The instrument is significant because it belonged to a member of a prominent South Warrnambool family. It had historical and social significance as an example of the musical entertainment common in the 1940s (perhaps Donald McDonald played in a local band or a military band)Silver-coloured soprano saxophone; end taped with mouthpiece missing; Black case for holding a musical instrument made of moulded cardboard and lined with black velvet. It has a leather handle and metal catches and studs. ‘Trade Mark Boosey’ ‘Boosey and Co Makers London 25081’ ‘British Throughout’ donald robert mcdonald, south warrnambool, south warrnambool, 2/4 aust. composite a/a regiment., warrnambool

Australian Army Issued Slouch Hat.Brown woollen fur felt hat. Pale brown material wrapped around outside of rim. Gold clip attaching left side of hat to crown. Gold colour Rising Sun Emblem on left side but not official Army Emblem. Inside size 61, makers label, cleaning instructions. Black leather rim sewn on the inside of crown.Inside "100% fine wool felt" "Made in Australia" "Size 61" .uniform, slouch hat, army

These receipts to the Bendigo RSL Women’s Auxiliary were selected to show a broad range of business’s they dealt with in their fund raising. These cover the years 1963 - 1965. They cover Butchers, Bakers, Grocery stores, Jewellers, Cafe’s, Dairies, Florists, Department stores, Nurseries, Watch makers to name a few.Folder grey covers with plastic sleeve inserts, front cover has a taped on yellow laminated paper with text in black. The contents are a selected amount of receipts from Bendigo Business’s to the Bendigo RSL Women’s Auxiliary.brsl, smirsl, auxiliary, receipts, wabrsl

Partial dress uniform of RAAF for "Peter Stoklahsa". Enlisted 1966 to 1987. Refer to cat No. 7674P.1. Dark blue pants size 97. White label on inside. 4 pockets, clip to do up and white elastic lining on inside. 2. RAAF blue jacket. Two breast pockets and two lower pocket flaps with no pocket. Four large front buttons and two smaller pocket buttons. 'Australia' shoulder flashes and service ribbon above left chest pocket. Inside cotton lining and inside pocket on right side. Makers label sewn on inside and Commonwealth emblem on sleeve. 3. Blue Air Force cap size 7. Leather inside lining and plastic and black material band. Button on each side with plastic strap. Gold Air Force emblem of Laurel leaves, spread Eagle and Crown.Inside maker - Australian Government Clothing Factory. Size 7.raaf, uniform, peter stoklahsa

Refer Cat No 6631P re “Fleming” 1. THIS COAT OF ARMS, WAS ONE OF THE KINGDOM'S OF PRUSSIA. The sword and the mace pattern was used between about 1803 - 1898. (It was superseded by a sword and orb with a cross surmounted on the orb). This second pattern lasted till 1918 with the fall of the House of Hohenzollern). 2. CHR REISSER was a well known instrument maker in those days. 3. ULM is a town in Wurtemberg, Germany.This is a brass bugle. On top is a crest, it is set in a raised circle. It features an eagle wearing a crown - wings spread. One talon has a sword, the other talon has what appears to be a mace. The mouthpiece is secured with a short brass chain.Stamped at opening of the outside is "CHR REISSER" "ULM"ww1, bueles, germanic, bugle

Bandolier used by light horsemen to store ammunition during WW1. Hocking, Regt No 2741Black leather belt with gold buckles, also five pockets attached to the belt with stud buttons and fold over covers.“2741” stamped into belt and makers label near buckle.passchendaele barracks trust, bandolier

Dark green woollen beret. It is lined with a grey cotton material. On the front is a brass Rising Sun Badge. The motif states:- "Australian Military Forces".Written in ink on the makers label is name "DOBIN".uniform, australian army, beret

Model of HMAS Swan built by Shipwright Charles Axiak. Original ship construction in Melbourne and entered service 1970. Was a River Class Destroyer. Model maker worked in British Dockyards during WW2 and emigrated to Australia in 1955. He worked in Williamstown dockyards involved with construction of the Swan,1. Model of River Class Destroyer. green in colour from water line. Black line and brown at bottom. Small Australian flag at front and naval flag at back. 2. Wooden stand, tailor made to hold the model of the 'Swan'. Brown in colour with long flat board and separate pieces of wood embedded in the base to make the cradle. High points of cradle covered by some white felt to protect boat. Bottom of stand has felt studs."50" painted at front of boat.ships model, hmas swan

Badge, round shape in red, white & blue colours, inscriptions are around outside in a circle, centre in a gold colour are two figures, one standing one kneeling, at the bottom in large text "1919", On the rear is a pin for clothing attachment and the makers details."ANZAC Remembrance Day - Gallipoli Landing 25th April 1915"brsl, smirsl, badge, anzac

Pair of black leather shoes with one lace. 1.) Right. 2.) Left. Label impression on heels.Maker's label impression on heels "SINOCO".footwear, uniforms, shoes

From the front cover. "Gun Barrel and Receiver Codes and Markings/ Identifier Maker/ Merchant Reseller. Approximate Manufacture Dates/ and Countries".Soft cover book. Cover - heavy gauge paper with plastic tape spine binding. Dark blue print on front. Illustrated - two colour photographs of weapons. Back - publication details. No page numbers - cut, plain, white colour. Information listed A to Z.Publication details. "Reprinted by CORNELL PUBLICATIONS/ NOT AFFILIATED WITH ANY GUN/ OR ARMS MANUFACTURER/ www.cornellpubs.com/ [email protected]/ [email protected]/ all rights reserved/ Thousands of Gun Catalogs & manuals/ From 1835-1980"publication, book, manual, weapons

Royal Australian Navy Uniform belonging to E Rayner. Sailor cap/lid belonged to LS MTP Ross.1. Jumper/Barathea - Long sleeve, black wool/polyester fabric. Insignia - left sleeve depicting rank - right sleeve - depicting category. 2. Trousers - bell bottom, black wool/polyester fabric. 3. Shirt - white polyester/cotton fabric, short sleeve, navy blue trim to square neckline. Insignia on left sleeve. 4. Collar - Navy blue with three white stripes, cotton fabric - lined. 5. Silk - black polyester fabric. 6. Bow - Navy blue cotton tape. 7. Lanyard - white cotton cord. 8. Lid - Sailor's cap - white plastic with black band with Navy blue chin strap.1 & 2. Maker's label - Red and white print. Hand embroidered red cotton "E. RAYNER". 3. Handwritten blue ink "44" on back of neckline. 4. stamped in black ink " E.W. RAYNER", makers label. 8. Handwritten, black ink "LS MTP ROSS" inside on crown. Tally band embroidered gold thread "H.M.A.S. CERBERUS' on black band.uniform, ran

Lee Palfrey collection. Refer Cat No 10263. These under garments were for fragmentation protection. This apparel issued to L.Palfrey during Op Catalyst - Iraq. Aug 2005 - Feb 2006.Black garment - under wear, elastic waist, elastic legs at end.Makers printing: “Unisex Pelvic Protective, Anti-microbial Drawers. Main material: 95% Polyester 5% Elastane. Reinforcements 100% silk. Country of Origin: China” “PO No: 05242” Supplier ID No.: J20.lee palfrey, clothing, under garment, protection

Part of the Kevin John Herdman (No.397661) Collection. See catalogue No. 5942P for details of his service. 1. Circular bronze coloured metal badge. Letters CMF in middle. Kings Crown on top. Lions head at bottom. Lug on back for attachment to lapel. Securing pin missing. 2. Circular silver and black coloured metal badge, letters CMF in middle. King's Crown on top. Lion's head at bottom. Lug on back for attachment to lapel. Securing pin missing.1. Maker's details in raised lettering: “SWANN & HUDSON, VIC, 1950." 2. Maker's details in raised lettering: “SWANN & HUDSON, VIC. 1951"kevin herdman, badge, cmf

The Sailors and Soldiers Father's Association was established during WW1 and was actively involved in hospital visits, repatriation issues, employment of returned servicemen and servicemen's rights. Later during WW2, the association expanded to include airmen's rights, with similar goals to it's predecessor. Part of the "Kevin John Herdman" (No 397661) Collection. See Cat No. 5942P for details of his service.Round silver coloured metal and enamel badge with fastening pin on back. King's Crown on top. Lettering around the circumference of badge on blue enamel background - IN THE SERVICE OF THOSE WHO SERVE AUSTRALIA. The central white bordered diamond contains words - SAILORS SOLDIERS & AIRMENS ASSOCIATION with the word FATHERS centrally located on a red background. On banner at bottom on a red background - WOMENS AUXILIARY, makers mark on back.Makers mark on back: “K.G. LUKE, MELB”kevin john herdman, sailors soldiers & airmen's fathers association, badge, ww1

Collection re G.A. JONES 3790932. Refer Cat No. 10053.2P.1.2.3. Three singlets - jungle green colour cotton rib fabric. Makers information - back neck area. Handwritten laundry marker - inside and outside garments.1.2.3. Makers information - black ink size stamp "38". 1. Owners information - black ink pen. Inside “0932” outside “0932” - Laundry mark. 3. Outside “AS” - laundry mark. uniform, army, singlets, g.a. jones

Part of the "Kevin John Herdman" (No.397661) Collection. See Catalogue No. 5942P for details of his service. Badge issued for the year 1993.Rectangular gold coloured metal and blue enamel badge. Face of badge has gold coloured lettering above and below the outline of three servicemen. At bottom is a disc with '93' stamped on it. The disc is detachable. Membership number and makers mark stamped on back. Loop at the top of the badge.Stamped on back: “0121” Maker's mark: “BRIM BADGES, (03)-8732555”kevin john herdman, badge, bendigo & district servicemen's club.

Collection re "G.A. JONES", 3790932. Refer Cat No. 10053.2P.1.2.3. T-shirt underwear for winter. T-shirt shape with round neck and short sleeves. Fabric - cream colour wool knit. No makers or owners markings.uniform, army, winter underwear, g.a. jones

Collection James Knopp Reg No. 15151. & 2. One pair of lower leg leather gaiters, both left and right.1. On inside “A0030” On outside “A.J. OAKMAN, MAKER ^RG 16/91” 2. On inside “A0030” On outside “A.J. OAKMAN, MAKER 16 ^ RG 1928”passchendaele barracks trust, james knopp, leather gaiters, pbt 101 102

"Roland Raphael 'Ray' NANCARROW" No. 4278. Refer Cat 10110P for service details.Photograph, undated, sepia colour, semi formal, 14 men in group, Army soldiers in possible Military Camp with a tent left side background. NANCARROW 1st on left standing with Sergeants stripes. Photograph on paper mounted on card - dark brown colour cardboard. Makers stamp and information front and back. Handwritten information on back.Makers information - front; Handwritten - white colour ink - "Burman Brunswick". On back - stamp - purple colour ink - "A.W. Burman/ 11 Jones St/ Brunswick" Handwritten - black ink pen "R. NANCARROW" "Rear Row/ 1st L/ Sgt Ray Nancarrow". photograph, army, ww1, 6th bn, ray nancarrow

Badge No. 52330 issued to Colin McNeill, No.5771, of Camperdown, 14th Battalion. Part of the Kevin John Herdman, No.397661, collection. See Cat No. 5942P for details of his service.Circular brass badge with King's crown at top. Centre features a Rising Sun over the letters A.I.F. The rear has two lugs for fixing to clothing. Lettering around edge of badge reads 'ISSUED BY DEPT OF DEFENCE, RETURNED FROM ACTIVE SERVICE'.Stamped on back of badge:'52330'. Makers mark: 'STOKES & SON, MELB.'kevin john herdman, colin mcneill, badge returned from active service, ww1

Left side - Campaign and service medals = Left to Right. 1. Conspicuous Service Medal. 2. Australian Active Service Medal - 2 clasps - 1 RAQ 2003 - ICAT Afghanistan 2001. 3. Afghanistan Campaign Medal. 4. Iraq Campaign Medal. 5. Australian Service Medal - 2 clasps - Balkans 1997 - 2004, - Sinai - Egypt. 6. Defence Force Service Medal - 3 clasps (25 Years). 7. Australian Defence Medal. 8. North Atlantic Treaty Organisation medal (NATO) 9. British IRAQ Medal. 10. North Atlantic Treaty Organisation and clasp ISAF> 11. Multi National Force and Observers Medal - Sinai - Egypt (These are replica medals). Award badge - Crossed swords with Laurel wreath dark bronze colour = ARMY COMBAT BADGE. Right side - Top to Bottom. Award Badge = COMMANDER 2nd DIVISION COMMENDATION BRONZE 1998-99 Badge = STEYR INDIVIDUAL READINESS Badge Name Badge = Rising Sun Emblem with "GREG WESTHEAD"' Badge = RECENT INSTRUCTOR BADGE. Uniform Jacket, trousers, shirt, necktie, lanyard, medals, beret. 1. 2. & 4. Fabric outer - khaki colour wool and polyester. Lining - dark khaki polyester. 1. Jacket - Service dress style, shoulder epaulettes, four front patch pockets with button down flap. Gold colour plastic buttons with raised emblem - Rising Sun Badge. Army shoulder epaulettes - gold colour 'AUSTRALIA' badge. Cloth shoulder patches - eft sleeve top - gold, black and red. Rising Sun with Queen's Crown and lettering "THE AUSTRALIAN ARMY". Middle - silver and brown crossed rifles = Marksmanship Proficiency. Lower and right sleeves Rank Insignia Patch in colour. Australian Coat of Arms = Regimental Sergeant Major. Lapel Badges - gold colour plastic - Queens Crown above laurel wreath with centre crossed swords = Royal Australian Corps of Military Police. Front left side - Campaign and Service medals Mounted and Award badge. Right side - one award badge and three badges.(Fabric, metal and plastic). 2. Trousers - waistband, belt loops, fob pocket, two side pockets and one back pocket with button down flap. Bottom green plastic metal and nylon zipper fly. Fabric and lining as above. 3. Shirt - light khaki colour polyester/cotton fabric. Short sleeves, collar, shoulder epaulettes, two front patch pockets with button down flap. Buttons - beige plastic. Left and right shoulder and rank cloth patches as per jacket. 4. Necktie - fabric and lining as above. 'V' shape on ends. Two makers labels. 5. Lanyard - braided red and black colour cotton cord with knots. 6. Medals - mounted medals with ribbons. Metal pin on back. 7. Beret - red colour wool felt fabric with black colour polyester and plastic lining. Oval shape. Black colour vinyl trim with ribbon for size adjustment. Front - badge = Royal Australian Corps of Military Police - Queens Crown, Laurel wreath and crossed swords - gold colour plastic and metal.1. & 2. Manufacturers information on lining in black print on white colour fabric. "ADA/MADE IN CHINA/ AUG 2016/CC30BK or CC3087/ ^/ NSN 8405 66 162 6301 or 607?/ SIZE: 110R OR 85R/ NAME:/ PM KEYS NO:/ OUTER: 60% WOOL/40% POLYESTER/LINING: 100% POLYESTER/DRY CLEAN ONLY/ DO NOT WASH/ IRON UNDER DAMP CLOTH/ WARM IRON". 2. Handwritten black ink 'WESTHEAD/ 317595". 4. Tie - top label "ADAY" Lower label "ADAY"/ MADE IN CHINA/ MAY 2016/ 60% WOOL/ 40% POLYESTER/ DRY CLEAN ONLYuniform, army, military police, westhead

Black woollen jacket. White detachable collar, four front pockets. It has epaulettes, the buttons are R.A. ENG. One button is missing from chest section. One button missing from right sleeve. There is a spare button in one pocket.Written maker's label is NAME= CLEARY 3060uniform, post ww2, passchendaele barracks trust

Part of the Bennetts Collection. See catalogue No. 9726P for details of service for "Alva Marie Bennetts". British Commonwealth Forces Association Membership Badge.Metal badge with blue enamel background. Kings Crown above a banner with gold lettering. Banner has red enamel background. Pin on back for fastening. Maker's stamp on back.lettering on badge: 'BRITISH COMMONWEALTH FORCES ASSOCIATION"bennetts collection, alva bennetts, badge, bcof

Replica leather boots - WW1 Army.Pair of light brown leather boots with brown leather laces. Leather sole. Makers stamp on sole.Makers stamp imprint on sole of boots - oval shape with crossed swords in centre. "Lawrance ......../SYDNEY AUSTRALIA"uniform, footwear, boots

Pair of black leather army boots - known as GP's - "General Purpose" with black cotton laces. Top inside boots - cotton label with Department of Defence, Size and Fitting information. Rubber sole with imprint of maker's label.Top inside boot - black print on cotton label "R/^/ SIZE/ FITTING/T/ B". HANDWRITTEN BLACK INK "551283". Rubber sole - imprint - maker's label "MADE IN AUSTRALIA/ 7-6".uniform, footwear, boots, army