Tells the story of the Australian Army's participation in the Siege of Tobruk, 1941. World War II.An unbound proof copy of this book.256p, hard cover, unbound, illus. Possibly a proof copysiege of tobruk, 1941. world war ii, australian army.

Cartography by James Emery; History by Chester Wilmotphoto/pictures, ballarat rsl, ballarat

Siege of Tobruk 1941 (unmounted) A.. Warrick not offical but recognised tin.medals, ww2

Index, maps, p.414.non-fictionMarch 1941. The Allied forces have suffered one brutal defeat after another. For Hitler's forces the conquest of Egypt, and the rich oil fields of the Middle East, lie next on the horizon. All that stand in their way are a few Australian brigades defending a town called Tobruk. For eight months the Australian Imperial Forces defended the North African coastal fortress, battling almost unbeatable odds in the dust and the heat of the Libran desert. Under the command of General Morshead, the troops used unorthodox methods and sheer grit to withstand the superior might of General Rommel's elite 'Afrika Korpsworld war 1939 – 1945 – campaigns – north africa, siege of tobruk 1941

These photographs were donated by the son of Favell Ellis Wilson Clyde. Clyde was from Holbrook, near Albury, and had originally enlisted in the 2/23rd battalion AIF, “Albury's Own”. Early in 1941 Clyde was transferred to the support column of the 9th Division, taking the rank of Driver. After service in the Middle East his unit served in New Guinea and the Islands. These photographs are of stock images, falling into two main groups - low quality, retouched images of the battlefield and harbour, and high quality images of various buildings in Tobruk. An interesting aspect of the images are that the are mostly printed on German Agfa Lupex photo stock, likely left behind by the Axis forces as they retreated. 10795.11P is an image of Tobruk cemetery, during the siege. It mentions Cpl Johnson - John Leslie Johnson VX42266, and Cpl Joy - Patrick Joy VX46250, both of the 2/23rd Battalion, both from Albury, killed during the siege, and likely friends of Clyde. Set of photographs of stock images of Tobruk harbour and townshipEach photograph, with the exception of 10795.03P has description on back, which is included with the image2/23rd battalion, 2/11 transport platoon, favell ellis wilson clyde, siege of tobruk 1941

Colour Patches & Lieut. General Sir Leslie Morsheadphoto/pictures, ballarat rsl, ballarat

The Siege of Tobruk Medal was originally available to Australian, New Zealand, British, Indian and Polish troops who saw action during the Siege of Tobruk, between April and December 1941. The medal was commissioned and issued by the Rats of Tobruk Association in 1977. The medal was available to 18 BDE, 24 BDE, 26 BDE, 2/1 PIONEER's and other miscellaneous units. Some RAAF, Free French Air Force and Canadian personnel attached to the Royal Navy were included.This is not an official medal. Commemorative medal issued on the 50th Anniversary of the Siege of Tobruk, in clear plastic presentation case. Surround. Siege of Tobruk. 1941 - 1991 50th Anniversary 1941 - 1991tobruk, rats of tobruk

Anniversary Key Ring for 30th Anniversary of Siege of Tobruk 1941. Relates to "Douglas Niven Dean".Silver ring and chain key ring attached to corner of two part plastic cube. Inside cube is a white round cardboard label with inscription on one side and the emblem of the Rats of Tobruk Association on other side.On back "30th Anniversary Siege of Tobruk, Perth WA 1971".rats of tobruk, 30th anniversary, key ring, souvenir, douglas niven dean

Map & detailed description on framed information board. Tan coloured wooden frame, glass front, masonite backing, coloured detailed map of Tobruk area with history of area featured on blue border around map.Siege of Tobruk April - Dec 1941.documents-maps, frame accessories, tobruk

Item donated by Eric Hamilton VX42389 who served with the 2/32nd Australian Infantry Battalion in the Middle East and at the battle of Tobruk which lasted 241 days in 1941. Brown timber frame containing poster with Map in centre and circles in each corner with images of soldiers and one symbol on light blue background Siege of Tobruk April- Dec 1941tobruk, ww2, 1941

"THE RATS REMAIN" The Siege of Tobruk, 1941. Item in the collection re Ron Bollard VX14150, refer Cat No 5919P for his service details.Hard cover book. Cover - cardboard with adhered paper cover. red print on front and spine on yellow colour background. Illustrated - sepia toned photographs from back through to front cover - armoury in battle scene. 256 pages - cut, plain, glossy white. Illustrated black and white photographs. End papers - front and back illustrated in colour - map of "Tobruk Defences (12 Jan 1941). This is a pictorial book.books, military history, ww2, tobruk

On December 16 1940 the 2/24th Battalion arrived at Dimra Camp in Palestine prior to and following the Siege of Tobruk in 1941The 2/24th Battalion was an infantry battalion of the Australian Army, which served during World War II .A unit of all-volunteers, it was formed in July 1940 from primarily Victorian volunteers and was known as "Wangaratta's Own" because of the time the battalion spent in the town during its formative period prior to deployment overseas. It served in North Africa in 1941–1942 as part of the 26th Brigade, which was assigned to the 7th Division, before being reassigned to the 9th Division. In early 1943, the battalion returned to Australia and later took part in campaigns against the Japanese in New Guinea in 1943–1944 and Borneo in 1945, before being disbanded in 1946. The 2/24th suffered the highest number of casualties of any 2nd AIF infantry battalion. The Unit was granted the Freedom of the City by the Rural City of Wangaratta in 1996 and one of the first, if not the first, to receive this type of honour. Reproduced black and white photograph of camel train on dirt track with white tents on right and small buildings and tents on left."Dimra Camp" handwritten on note adhered to rear.2/24th battalion, ww2, middle east, palestine

Wooden framed, glass fronted, green bordered, black & white map with history.“Siege of Tobruk April - Decr 1941 Cartography By James Emery History By Chester Wilmot”framed, maps, tobruk, passchendaele barracks trust

Photograph of a Diorama at the Australian War memorial, depicting the siege at Tobruk Harbour, 1941. This famous siege led to the first German defeat on land and successfully thwarted Rommel at his attempt at Egyptian conquest. Photographed by Uwe Steinward.postcard, photograph, world war two, siege of tobruk, world war two, uwe steinward

On December 16 1940 the 2/24th Battalion arrived at Dimra Camp in Palestine where they were based prior to and following the Siege of Tobruk in 1941. Whilst in camp the band entertained the troops.The 2/24th Battalion was an infantry battalion of the Australian Army, which served during World War II .A unit of all-volunteers, it was formed in July 1940 from primarily Victorian volunteers and was known as "Wangaratta's Own" because of the time the battalion spent in the town during its formative period prior to deployment overseas. It served in North Africa in 1941–1942 as part of the 26th Brigade, which was assigned to the 7th Division, before being reassigned to the 9th Division. In early 1943, the battalion returned to Australia and later took part in campaigns against the Japanese in New Guinea in 1943–1944 and Borneo in 1945, before being disbanded in 1946. The 2/24th suffered the highest number of casualties of any 2nd AIF infantry battalion. The Unit was granted the Freedom of the City by the Rural City of Wangaratta in 1996 and one of the first, if not the first, to receive this type of honour. Reproduced black and white photograph depicts soldiers playing brass instruments seated in two rows in a semi circle facing conductor in the open.Handwritten on rear 2/24 Band"Dimra Camp" prior to Tobruk 19412/24th battalion, ww2, middle east, palestine

history of the Siege of Tobruk April to December 1941coloured print, cartography by James Emery & history by Chester Wilmotttobruk, world war 2, maj gen leslie morshead, lt gen erwin romel, jh edmonson vc

Set of eight replica medals, seven swing mounted. 1939-45 Star, Africa Star, Pacific Star, Defence Medal, War Medal, Australian Service Medal 1939-45, Tobruk Siege 1941 and Rats of Tobruk 1941. Originals issued to CPL James Charles Wetherall VX8808.

Items were discovered in the Rats of Tobruk case in the Bendigo Soldiers Memorial Military Museum. Compliments card was discovered inside the front cover of the Bendigo's Own Rats of Tobruk book in museum library. D.H Gray is identified as Douglas Haig Gray, VX45356, 2/24th Infantry Battalion who served in the Siege of Tobruk in 1941..1) Cardboard dinner invitation. Yellow coloured, black ink. It has the name and badge of the Rats of Tobruk Association. Decorative jagged edges, painted gold. .2) Cardboard cover booklet. Rats of Tobruk Association name and badge. 24 pages. Yellow cover. .3) Compliments card, white, gold printing with Rats of Tobruk Association badge and name..3) Compliments card has written in blue pen, “P121.2 150-1” and signed “D.H. Gray President”bylaws, compliments, rats of tobruk

Poster displays cartography and history of the Siege of Tobruk April to December 1941 Edition Poster ( No. 0768 )was produced for the World Reunion of the Rats of Tobruk Association held in Melbourne 1980Commemorates the Battle of TobrukBlack plastic frame containing poster of Map in centre with circles in each corner with images of soldiers and a symbol in lower right corner.Biographies of: Major General Leslie J Morshead - Tobruk Fortress Commander and Lieut General Erwin Rommel - Commander, German Afrika Korps. Map of Battle Zone. Lithographic of Corporal J.H.Edmonson VC - 2/17 Battalion.tobruk, 1941

The Bendigo Rats of Tobruk Association donated a memorial window to the St John's Presbyterian Church, Bendigo. 12 April 1987.1. Single A4 size sheet, printed on one side only. At top there is the Rats of Tobruk Association crest. Title as above. A grainy picture of two soldiers walking in a town with a palm tree. Caption states St. Anthony's Church Tobruk 1941. Bottom half is a summary title "Siege of Tobruk April-Dec 1941" 2. Single A4 size sheet, printed on one side only. At top there is the Rats of Tobruk Association crest. Title as above. A grainy picture of two soldiers walking in a town with a palm tree. Caption states St. Anthony's Church Tobruk 1941. Bottom half is a summary title "Siege of Tobruk April-Dec 1941" 3. Single A4 size sheet, printed on one side only. At top there is the Rats of Tobruk Association crest. Title as above. A grainy picture of two soldiers walking in a town with a palm tree. Caption states St. Anthony's Church Tobruk 1941. Bottom half is a summary title "Siege of Tobruk April-Dec 1941"Nilww2, tobruk, bendigo

Details on booklet front cover - "The Rats of Tobruk/ Descendants Assoc/ 1941 2021/ No Surrender/ presents / 80th ANNIVERSARY OF THE /SIEGE OF TOBRUK WORLD REUNION/ BRISBANE 9th - 11th APRIL 2021/ TO COMMEMORATE THE 80th ANNIVERSARY/ SIEGE OF TOBRUK/ 10th APRIL 1941 - 7th DECEMBER 1941"Soft cover booklet Cover - cardboard, Black print on front and back. Illustrated front in colour "The Rats of Tobruk Descendants Assoc.", logo. Back in colour, various sponsor logos. 43 pages - cut, plain, white paper. Illustrated in colour, black and white and sepia photographs.booklet, rats of tobruk association anniversary

The Tobruk Siege Medal known as the "T" medal was issued to Australian, British, Indian, New Zealand & Polish troops who were in action during the Siege of Tobruk between April & December 1941. The Tobruk Siege Medal is an unofficial award issued by the "Rats of Tobruk" Association in 1977.Heart shaped wooden plaque with Tobruk medal attached tobruk, seige, world war two, wwii

Light brown cover and spine. The title is printed diagonally near the top of the cover in red print, with the author's name above that in white print. At the bottom of the cover is the sub-title in black print. The background of the entire cover is a close-up image of the fabric of a soldier's uniform with a bullet wound and a silver medallion that reads 'Tobruk siege 1941'.non-fictionThe story of 2/4 Australian General Hospital during World War II. Over 6 years some 43,000 casualties were treated at Tobruk, Redbank, Jerusalem, Colombo and Labuan. [From Trove]wwii, world war ii, 2/4th australian general hospital, ww2, military hospitals

Light brown cover and spine. The title is printed diagonally near the top of the cover in red print, with the author's name above that in white print. At the bottom of the cover is the sub-title in black print. The background of the entire cover is a close-up image of the fabric of a soldier's uniform with a bullet wound and a silver medallion that reads 'Tobruk siege 1941'.non-fictionThe story of 2/4 Australian General Hospital during World War II. Over 6 years some 43,000 casualties were treated at Tobruk, Redbank, Jerusalem, Colombo and Labuan. [From Trove]wwii, world war ii, 2/4th australian general hospital, ww2, military hospitals

Item in the collection re: "William Anthony (Bill) THEODORE DSM". Refer Cat. No. 7926P for his service record.HARD COVER BOOK WITH DUST COVER. Hard cover - cardboard with adhered yellow colour buckram over. Red colour print on front and spine with black and white photograph illustration from front to back of a battle scene. Dust cover - Paper, off white with print and illustration same as above. 256 pages - cut plain, white glossy paper. This is a pictorial book. Illustrated black and white photographs and maps. End papers - front and back - colour wrap of "TOBRUK DEFENCE (12 Jan 1941)". books, tobruk, ww2, william anthony theodore

Black cotton cap with peak, front above peak embroidered in white, brown and gold thread anniversary logo.Embroidered Anniversary logo, white, brown and gold thread. "The Siege of Tobruk/ 80/ 80th Anniversary/ 10 Apr 1941 - 7 Dec 1941".headwear, rats of tobruk, association anniversary

Owner and donor details see Cat No. 5836.3.Soft Cover Book. Cover - cardboard, orange and white print on front, spine and back, on grey colour background. Illustrated - black and white photograph from back to front, single column of troops marching across and landscape. 224 pages - cut, plain, off white paper. Illustrated black and white photographs and maps. Owner's signature - front endpaper.Front endpaper - handwritten owner's signature, blue ink, "Don Bollard".book, military history, ww2, tobruk

1. RECTANGULAR, YELLOW, CARDBOARD DRINK COASTER. IN THE CENTRE IS THE BADGE OF RATS OF TOBRUK ASSOCIATION. THE BANNER AT THE TOP SHOWS 1941 50TH ANNIVERSARY - 1991, BOTTOM BANNER SHOWS 10.4.41 SIEGE OF TOBRUK 7.12.41. 2. SQUARE, WHITE CARDBOARD, DRINK COASTER. IT HAS THE COLOURED BADGE OF THE RATS OF TOBRUK ASSN. BOTTOM WORDS ARE 1980 VICTORIA. 3. WHITE, CARDBOARD DRINK COASTER. IT HAS THE BLACK AND GOLD BADGE OF RATS OF TOBRUK ASSN OVER TWIN SPHERES OF THE WORLD. WORDS PRINTED ON COASTER WERE:- "WORLD REUNION AND 42nd COMMEMORATION SERVICE AND DINNER". "GOSFORD ON THE CENTRAL COAST, NSW 7 - 11th APRIL 1983.NILsouvenir, drink coasters

Anniversary souvenir for survivors of Tobruk. Items part of the collection of "William Anthony THEODORE", DSM, PM2981. Refer Cat No. 7926P.White canvas shopping bag with two short straps held by studs and emblem on front of Rats of Tobruk Association and identifying 50th year Anniversary from 1941 to 1991.Label says "1941 - 50th Anniversary - 1991". "The Rats of Tobruk Association". 10-4-41 - 17-12-41 Siege of Tobruk". Inside in pen "Jean THEODORE BENDIGO".william anthony theodore dsm, tobruk, 50th anniversary