Photograph, World War 1 defence forces

Historical information

The photograph was taken to welcome home the Sunbury men who had fought in overseas battles during World War 1.Those who were not wearing their uniforms had been discharged as a result of injuries but they were eligible to be included in the Welcome Home functions that took place after 1918.

Significance

Many men from Sunbury enlisted in the defence forces during World War 1. Sadly some did not return while others did come home.

Physical description

A non- digital black and white photograph of a group of men with one little girl seated and standing in four rows in front of a large screen. Most of the men are wearing army uniforms, one is in a sailor's uniform and others are in civilian dress.

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