Historical information

during 1980 when when military government was impose on Poland and the free solidarity you trade union was banned. The Australian Polish community established that help Poland live campaign where it gathered funds for humanitarian purposes. Such boxes were widespread during the collection process.

Significance

one of the very few remaining help Poland live collection boxes

Physical description

white painted wooden collection box from 1980 with the solidarity symbol on the side'

Inscriptions & markings

read solidarity logo on the front of the box coin slipped on top. Metal handle on the back