German Luftwaffe (Land Forces) minefield warning flag from WWII.originally intended to be gas markers, rather than mines, but as it turned out, the use changed .they were mounted on a red metal pole & there were 12 to a set in a leather pack. This Flag was presented to the Treasurer of Waverley RSL. It is a souvenir from Bardia in Libya The Battle of Bardia was fought over three days between 3 and 5 January 1941, as part of Operation Compass, the first military operation of the Western Desert Campaign of the Second World War. It was the first battle of the war in which an Australian Army formation took part, the first to be commanded by an Australian general and the first to be planned by an Australian staff. Major General Iven Mackay's 6th Division assaulted the strongly held Italian fortress of Bardia, Libya, assisted by air support and naval gunfire, and under the cover of an artillery barrage. The 16th Infantry Brigade attacked at dawn from the west, where the defences were known to be weak. Sappers blew gaps in the barbed wire with Bangalore torpedoes and filled in and broke down the sides of the anti-tank ditch with picks and shovels. This allowed the infantry and 23 Matilda II tanks of the 7th Royal Tank Regiment to enter the fortress and capture all their objectives, along with 8,000 prisoners. In the second phase of the operation, the 17th Infantry Brigade exploited the breach made in the perimeter, and pressed south as far as a secondary line of defences known as the Switch Line. On the second day, the 16th Infantry Brigade captured the township of Bardia, cutting the fortress in two. Thousands of prisoners were taken, and the Italian garrison now held out only in the northern and southernmost parts of the fortress. On the third day, the 19th Infantry Brigade advanced south from Bardia, supported by artillery and the Matilda tanks, now reduced in number to just six. Its advance allowed the 17th Infantry Brigade to make progress as well, and the two brigades reduced the southern sector of the fortress. Meanwhile, the Italian garrisons in the north surrendered to the 16th Infantry Brigade and the Support Group of the British 7th Armoured Division outside the fortress. In all, some 36,000 Italian prisoners were taken. The victory at Bardia enabled the Allied forces to continue the advance into Libya and ultimately capture almost all of Cyrenaica. In turn this would lead to German intervention in the fighting in North Africa, changing the nature of the war in that theatre. Bardia boosted the competence and reputation of the Australian Army. Perhaps most important of all, it raised confidence in the possibility of an ultimate Allied victory around the world, which would lead to the Lend-Lease Act being passed in the United States http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Battle_of_BardiaCloth Flag bearing a skull and cross Bones on a metal spike mounted on a square varnished wooden basebardia, land mine, marker flag, minefield, mustard gas

This filter is part of a complete set of a German gas mask dating to the First World War. This may have been a spare filter which was attached to a mask.Khaki coloured gas mask with leather face mask component. Two metal circles border plastic lenses of goggles which in turn have wire frame behind. Gas mask twists onto filter component which is a metal cylinder shape with layers of metal mesh inside; filter is removable. Mask has canvas band on interior for sweat absorption or comfort; attached to which are six straps which converge into loop at back of head.german, germany, world war i, world war 1, first world war, the great war, chemical warfare, gas mask, gas warfare, mustard gas

These lens replacements are part of the set of a German gas mask dating to the First World War. New canisters would have contained spare parts, possibly secured in the lid.Paper case containing two plastic yellow goggle lenses with two pieces of card in between. Lens printed with black ink text. Paper case sealed on three sides and open at top, printed with blue ink.Printed case reads "Klarscheiben/vor Feuchtigkeit schutzen,/nicht wischen,/nur am Rande anfassen,/so einlegen:" which translates roughly to the care instructions of "handle by lens, do not wipe with water". Printed ink reads "2015 3 181/4 19."german, germany, world war i, world war 1, first world war, the great war, chemical warfare, gas mask, gas warfare, mustard gas

These lens replacements are part of the set of a German gas mask dating to the First World War. New canisters would have contained spare parts, possibly secured in the lid.Paper case containing two plastic yellow goggle lenses with two pieces of card in between. Lens printed with black ink text. Paper case sealed on three sides and open at top, printed with blue ink.Printed case reads "Klarscheiben/vor Feuchtigkeit schutzen,/nicht wischen,/nur am Rande anfassen,/so einlegen:" which translates roughly to the care instructions of "handle by lens, do not wipe with water". Printed ink reads "3526 12 6 1."german, germany, world war i, world war 1, first world war, the great war, chemical warfare, gas mask, gas warfare, mustard gas

Gas mask similar in style to 1339.1, possibly dating from the 1940s. This mask and associated case were intended for noncombatant use i.e. for use by civilians during wartime.Khaki colour gas mask constructed from cylindrical tin with open valve filter, attached to a plastic mask which attaches to the face with adjustable canvas straps. Mask includes two circular cut outs with plastic windows with valve on left hand side. Printed instructions on canister. “MED ADULT” embossed on top centre of the mask component. On interior of mask, “US MI/LOT/7 3SC.”gas mask, equipment, civilian, gas warfare, second world war, world war two, world war ii, mustard gas, chemical warfare

WW2 General Service Respirator (GSR) Gas Mask WWII made in 1939 and the Canister was made 1941. Mask made of black rubber with glass eye slots with metal rims. Metal nost piece. Covered in khaki fabric. Elasticized straps to hold mask in place, with a tan circular cloth covered rubber tube that connects to the canister. Tin canister is oval shaped reinforced with ridges, red/brown in colour.Back of mask: N-4II / ML M MAY 39gas mask, equipment, gas warfare, second world war, world war two, world war ii, mustard gas, chemical warfare

To be used in the event of a mustard gas attack. Two of a pack of three anti gas eye shields for use in the event of a World War 2 'Air Spray' during the 1940s. The shields are made of cellulose acetate sheet with elastic ties and cushioned nose strip. They are in a brown paper envelope and contained within a cardboard pack printed with instruction on how to use them.3 EYESHIELDS, ANTI-GAS, MK 11/C.A. "AIR SPRAY" Packet also marked with instructions for use.wwii, anti gas, eyeshields, protective wear

A general civilian Gas Mask for protection against gas warfare agents, tear gas, mustard gas etc..1) Face gas mask, enclosed with clear plastic eye pieces, attached cylindrical gas filter canister, head straps. .2) Protective cover, shaped canvas bag with webbing carry strap with adjustment buckle. .3) Small instruction booklet, 16 pages..1) Warning and instructions information printed on cylinder. .2) On bag, “U.S Non Combatant Gas mask M1A2-1-1” .3) On front cover, “Your Gas Mask”gas masks, civilian, u.s

The Small Box Respirator (SBC) was a British gas mask of the First World War and a successor to the Large Box Respirator. In late 1916, the respirator was introduced by the British with the aim to provide reliable protection against chlorine and phosgene gases. The respirator offered a first line of defence against these. The use of mustard gas, was begun by the Germans; a vesicant ("blister agent") that burnt the skin of individuals that were exposed to it. Death rates were high with exposure to both the mixed phosgene, chlorine and mustard gas, however with soldiers having readily available access to the small box respirator, death rates lowered significantly. Light and reasonably fitting, the respirator was a key piece of equipment to protect soldiers on the battlefield.The Small Box Respirator ('SBR') proved to be the most effective gas mask produced during the First World War, and had a number of advantages over its French and German contemporaries.Canvas bag containing Small Box Respirator consisting of a rubberised fabric face mask, connected by a fabric covered rubber hose to a canister made of tin plate containing a chemical absorbent.gas mask, ww1

This bonnet was made to be worn by Patricia Kathleen Grant. She was born in1925, the daughter of Dr Frank John Audas Grant and Kathleen Josephine Dixon. Dr Frank Grant gave many years of service to the Wodonga community both as its doctor and on several community organisations and committees. He was born in South Yarra, Victoria in 1897 and after finishing school he began Medical Studies at Melbourne University. In 1915 he enlisted in the Australian Army and was assigned to the Hospital Transport Corps and later with the 8th Field Artillery Brigade aboard HMAT Medic. He was wounded in action with gunshot wounds to the arm and back. After time in hospital in England, Frank was returned to Melbourne where he was discharged as medically unfit on 24th October 1917. During World War II Dr Frank Grant served as an Honorary Captain in the Australian Army Medical Corps. His records show that he was accidentally “Mustard Gassed” at Bandiana. Dr Frank Grant commenced practice in Wodonga in 1923, entering into a partnership with Dr Rudolph Schlink. This marked the beginning of a long career dedicated to the Wodonga community. By 11 August 1926 he held the role of Public Vaccinator with the Commission of Public Health in Wodonga. Apart from long years of dedication to health in Wodonga, Dr Grant also took on numerous roles within Wodonga. This included being a Commissioner of the Wodonga Waterworks Trust from 6 April 1932 until 29 July 1963. He was a strong advocate for the development of the Wodonga Base Hospital which opened in 1954. Doctor Grant passed away on 14 January 1964.This item is significant because it is representative of crocheted handcraftsA small hand crocheted baby's bonnet made of silk cotton thread and lined with silk. A silk ribbon is attached.crocheted items, dr frank grant, handcraft

Edwin James Jones No 3511 AIF enlisted on 15.11.1916 in 9th reinforcements 46th Batt age 18 years 5 months. Embarked for England 11.5.1917, embark for France 2.11.1917, hospital 6.6.1918, records appear to have Influenza and PUO, return to unit 2.8.1918, WIA 25.8.1918 Gassed, mustard severe, returns to Australia classed Gas poisoning, discharged from the AIF 10.3.1919. Refer 1377 re his brothers service..1) Identity disc, aluminium, round re E.J Jones. .2) Identity disc Cardboard material, 8 sided re E.J Jones .3) Pendant, heart shape, metal, attached to 1367.5 (chain) .4) Round brass complete 9mm? has hole drilled through for attachment to 1367.5 (chain) .5) Chain , metal, very small attached to all above .1) “Jones E.J 3511, 46BTN , AIF, C.E” .2) “3511 E.J Jones 46 Batt, C.E” .4) “ - 17, DWN”military equipment - identity, costume accessories - jewellery, jones

Paperback book with purple blue cover & spine, red and white text one cover & spine, black logo and text on spine and colour image of a woman in army nurses uniform on cover. Top and bottom corners of front cover curling.non-fiction'This outstanding book tells the stories of eight courageous women through diaries, letters, photos, paintings and specially drawn maps. These women had the courage and strength for with the Anzacs are renowns and the compassion and tenderness that only a woman can bring. Sister Hilda Samsing from Melbourne became a whistleblower when nursing aboard the hospital ship Gascon, outraged by the bungled evacuation of wounded Anzacs. She defied censorship and kept a very frank diary, reproduced here for the first time. In 1914, Louise Creed, a Sydney journalist, was caught in the besieged city of Antwerp and mad a hair-raising escape from a German firing squad. Brisbane's Grace Wilson, ordered to establish an emergency hospital on drought-stricken Lemnos Island, arrived there to find suffering Anzacs but no drinking water, tents or medical supplies. Grace and her nurses saved the lives of thousands who had been wounded at Lone Pine and The Nek. In France, Florence James-Wallace, Anne Donnell and Elsie Tranter nursed near the front line in the Casualty Clearing Stations, treating soldiers with hideous wounds or blinded by mustard gas. In 1918 they had to deal with an epidemic of Spanish flu, but their heroism was quickly forgotten. Two of these women received such meagre pensions, they died destitute. Publication of this book with its numerous illustrations has been facilitated by a generous donation from Dame Elizabeth Murdoch, keen that these stories become known to Australians of all ages.' [Summary from back cover] Has endnotes with full biographical details and an index.australian nurses, world war one, wwi, ww1, louise mack [creed], claire trestrail [swan], muriel wakeford, hilda theresa samsing, grace margaret wilson, anne donnell, florence james-wallace, elsie may tranter