Historical information
This medallion was produced to commemorate the Antique Aeroplane Association of Australia's annual air show which was held at Wodonga in 1981. It took place at Joe Drage's Air World Museum in Wodonga, Victoria. It recognised the 50th anniversary of the manufacture of the first De Haviland 82 Tiger Moth in 1931.
This medallion and 2 other linked medallions were owned by Mr. Clive Cossor. He spent a lot of time at Drage's Historical Aircraft Museum and also helped transport gliders. He was also at the Albury racecourse as a teenager to assist in moving the Uiver when it was forced to land in a storm during the MacRobertson Trophy Air Race from London to Melbourne in October 1934.
Significance
This medallion is significant as it records an important event recognising aviation in Australia and recognises the development of the Tiger Moth aircraft.
Physical description
A medallion produced to commemorate the Antique Aeroplane Association of Australia's annual air show held at Wodonga in 1981
Inscriptions & markings
On the front around the medallion surrounding an image of a Tiger Moth aircraft: "The Golden Anniversary of the DH. 82 "Tiger Moth" 1931-1981" Numbered 71
On reverse around the edge: "Antique Aeroplane Association of Australia/ WODONGA 1981". In the centre: "SPONSORS/2AY/ALBURY-WODONGA"
Subjects
References
- Pilot who aimed high. An article and photos published in the Bordermail Albury at the time of Joe Drage's death in August 2017.
- The De Havilland Tiger Moth An article on the Australian Navy website detailing the history of the De Haviland Tiger Moth and its use in Australia.
