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Gold leaf shaped brooch features a Triskelion which is the national symbol of the Isle of Man. It was made by Alfred James Cheshire, Jeweler of Birmingham between 1900-1914 and likely purchased as a souvenir during WW1 by Gunner Frederick LUCKIE 10622 born 22/7/1896 at Eldorado. He was a railway employee prior to enlisting on 4/8/1915 and assigned to 2 Field Artillery Brigade. He was hospitalised on 21/8/1917 suffering from Trench Fever, returned to Australia and discharged on 1/2/1918. He is buried at Eldorado and listed on the Shire of Wangaratta Roll of Honour on display at Eldorado Memorial Hall.
In the late 1800s and early 1900s, high-end travel souvenirs became immensely popular among wealthy tourists visiting the Isle of Man. Local and regional jewelers produced solid 9-carat gold brooches featuring the Three Legs to sell as luxury travel keepsakes.
Small leaf shaped gold brooch with three leg symbol or Triskelion in the centre with hinged pin attached at rear.
Rear - AJC 9 carat
f luckie, ww1, eldorado, 2 fab, souvenir, locket, ypres, 1914-16
Hinged pendant or locket features a small accordion-style strip of miniature photographs capturing the devastation of Ypres' historic landmarks. It was most likely purchased as a souvenir by Gunner Frederick LUCKIE 10622 born 22/7/1896 at Eldorado. He was a railway employee prior to enlisting on 4/8/1915 and assigned to 2 Field Artillery Brigade. He was hospitalised on 21/8/1917 suffering from Trench Fever, returned to Australia and discharged on 1/2/1918. He is buried at Eldorado and listed on the Shire of Wangaratta Roll of Honour on display at Eldorado Memorial Hall.
Many of these were purchased by Allied servicemen stationed in the Ypres Salient as sentimental mementos to send back home to sweethearts or families.
Small rectangular hinged pendant or locket with loop attached fashioned as a book with decorative floral cover containing fold out strip of photographs.
Locket cover -Souvenir Inside - Le Bombardment d’Ypres (1914–1916)
f luckie, ww1, eldorado, 2 fab, souvenir, locket, ypres, 1914-16
Item one of several medals and badges belonging to Gunner Frederick LUCKIE 10622 born 22/7/1896 at Eldorado. He was a railway employee prior to enlisting on 4/8/1915 and assigned to 2 Field Artillery Brigade. He was hospitalised on 21/8/1917 suffering from Trench Fever, returned to Australia and discharged on 1/2/1918. He is buried at Eldorado and listed on the Shire of Wangaratta Roll of Honour on display at Eldorado Memorial Hall.
A total of 1,150,000 examples of this medalet were struck for distribution to Australian school children to coincide with the 10 June 1945 celebrations for the end of the war in Europe. The medalets were actually handed out on 6 June. The design is by Lyndon Dadswell.
Circular medalet with suspension loop depicts a knight with sword in front of an outline of Australia with the date 1945 at the bottom. The reverse shows a map of the southern hemisphere.
Reverse - 'VICTORY MEDAL'.
f luckie, ww1, eldorado, 2 fab, 1945. victory medalet
Department of Defence WW1 AIF Returned From Active Service lapel badge issued to Gunner Frederick LUCKIE 10622 born 22/7/1896 at Eldorado. He was a railway employee prior to enlisting on 4/8/1915 and assigned to 2 Field Artillery Brigade. He was hospitalised on 21/8/1917 suffering from Trench Fever, returned to Australia and discharged on 1/2/1918. He is buried at Eldorado and listed on the Shire of Wangaratta Roll of Honour on display at Eldorado Memorial Hall.
Round in shape with crown on top badge with rising sun in centre circle surrounded by lettering. One lug attached on reverse.
Issued by Dept of Defence - Returned from Active Service Reverse 53973
f luckie, ww1, eldorado, 2 fab, rasb
RSL Membership lapel badge issued to Gunner Frederick LUCKIE 10622 born 22/7/1896 at Eldorado. Attached is a financial clip for 1970 the year in which he died. He was a railway employee prior to enlisting on 4/8/1915 and assigned to 2 Field Artillery Brigade. He was hospitalised on 21/8/1917 suffering from Trench Fever, returned to Australia and discharged on 1/2/1918. He is buried at Eldorado and listed on the Shire of Wangaratta Roll of Honour on display at Eldorado Memorial Hall.
Production of the large-scale brass badges ceased in 1921 and a scaled-down version was introduced to replace it.
Shield shaped badge with crown on top. White enamel with blue circle in centre above red colour scroll. Image of two servicemen with rifles. There are two lugs attached to reverse side.
Returned Soldiers and Sailors Imperial League Reverse 27316
f luckie, ww1, eldorado, 2 fab, rsl badge
Gold fob chain with three medalets attached, all engraved on the reverse, one from the residents of Byawatha, another from the residents of Springhurst and District with the third unknown. All presented to Gunner Frederick LUCKIE 10622 born 22/7/1896 at Eldorado. He was a railway employee prior to enlisting on 4/8/1915 and assigned to 2 Field Artillery Brigade. He was hospitalised on 21/8/1917 suffering from Trench Fever, returned to Australia and discharged on 1/2/1918. He is buried at Eldorado and listed on the Shire of Wangaratta Roll of Honour on display at Eldorado Memorial Hall.
Engraved jewellery was frequently presented to returning soldiers by local shire councils and ‘Welcome Home’ committees during the First World War. Also known as ‘Tribute’ jewellery, presented in public ceremonies or dinners and often reported in the local press.
Gold fob chain with three gold medallions attached. All three medallions have an image of a soldier with rifle with inscription engraved on reverse side.
Presented to Gunner F Luckie
f luckie, ww1, eldorado, 2 fab, medallions
WW1 British War and Victory campaign medals awarded to A/Corporal Frederick LUCKIE 10622 born 22/7/1896 at Eldorado. He was a railway employee prior to enlisting on 4/8/1915 and assigned to 2 Field Artillery Brigade. He was hospitalised on 21/8/1917 suffering from Trench Fever, returned to Australia and discharged on 1/2/1918. He is buried at Eldorado and listed on the Shire of Wangaratta Roll of Honour on display at Eldorado Memorial Hall.
One bronze and one silver round shaped medals with multi-striped ribbons attached.
10622 A/Cpl F Luckie 2 FAB
f luckie, ww1, medals, eldorado, 2 fab
U.S. military produced unit patch of the 510th Tactical Fighter Squadron. The design represented the squadron's global reach, striking speed, and technological tactical power. Known as the "Bien Hoa Buzzards," they flew combat missions in Vietnam from November 1965 to October 1969. Operating out of Bien Hoa Air Base, the squadron flew the North American F-100 Super Sabre, completing over 27,200 combat missions in Southeast Asia.
Embroided cotton patch consisting of a shield design featuring a white buzzard's head with a red eye, set against a divided background of black and purple.
unit badge, patch, vietnam war, 510th tactical fighter squadron, usaf
This "Kangaroo and Joey" patch is a variation of the U.S. Army 82nd Medical Detachment patch. It was specifically adopted by the unit during the Vietnam War to pay homage to their close operational ties and frequent medivac missions supporting the Australian Army. These patches were custom-made by local tailors in South Vietnam rather than mass-produced by the U.S. military
To directly honour this alliance, the US unit integrated Australia’s national animal into a specialized version of their insignia. Because a mother kangaroo carries and protects her young inside a safe pouch, it served as a perfect metaphor for an air ambulance helicopter carrying the wounded to safety.
Embroided cotton patch consisting of a circle design featuring a kangaroo and joey superimposed over a large red cross and white cotton background. A thin black edging around the circle completes the design.
DUST OFF 82 MED DET(HA)
unit badge, patch, 82 med det (ha), us army, vietnam war
During the 1960s and 1970s, the Australian Army printed vital administrative warnings on durable, weather-resistant cotton or silk cloth rather than paper. This specific fabric print serves as a durable military installation warning sign designed to be hung or posted on the boundaries of secure Australian military bases, firing ranges, or secure zones. Paper signs quickly rotted or disintegrated under heavy rain and harsh sun, prompting the military to rely on heavy-duty dyed cotton canvas or linen for perimeter signage.
Large rectangular shaped cotton cloth with black and red print lettering
Australian Army with Crest
1970, vietnam war, warning notice
Green moulded plastic kidney shaped water canteen with attached screw top cap housed in detachable metal cup and felt lined brown cover affixed by metal fasteners and wire belt hook at rear.
Spitz 1200329
vietnam, water canteen, jack spitzers, 1rar, 1966-7
This item is a custom made brass trench art desk lamp and/or specialised post war commemorative souvenir with no known provenance.
Brass Rising Sun Badge mounted on brass stand with light fitting attachment and white plastic electrical cord.
Australian Commonwealth Military Forces 2 AIF
trench art, brass, desk lamp, ww2
The markings "juni k 9 1918 119A sp255 h" on the base of this brass shell casing indicates it is a German World War I 37mm Maxim Flak (automatic cannon) or Revolverkanone casing manufactured in June 1918. A case length of 94 mm was the global standard for the 37mm Maxim automatic cannon often called the "Pom-Pom" gun due to the rhythmic puffing sound it made when firing. Item has no known provenance.
Small brass round shaped cylinder with rimmed base.
markings "juni k 9 1918 119A sp255 h"
ww1, brass shell casing, german, 1918
Original pre-WWII commercial export field bottle manufactured in Japan during the 1920s or 1930s. During this era, Japanese aluminum manufacturers stamped their civilian-market exports with localized nature motifs such as a soaring crane or eagle over Mount Fuji or stylized mountain peaks framed inside a circular border such as the one on the base of this canteen. Many Japanese soldiers, particularly officers and infantrymen, frequently purchased their own tactical gear from commercial department stores or military supply shops before being deployed. Allied troops fighting in the Pacific routinely collected Japanese field gear as combat trophies. Item belonged to and probably souvenired by John Williams JAMES born 4/5/1922 at Benalla. V22561 served with the 8th Light Horse prior to enlisting in WW2 - VX90269 served with the 2/5 Commandos and 2/16 Battalion in New Guinea and Morotai/Borneo, prior to discharge in 1946.
An original pre-war Japanese aluminum export canteen with a fully intact base stamp, brown screw cap, and its retaining chain
Unpainted aluminium oval shaped water canteen with brownish screw top lip with chain attached.
Maker's logo stamped on base
japanese canteen, ww2, new guinea, borneo
Programme of the 9th Australian Division Gymkhana held 19th and 20th January 1945 at Herberton Racecourse, Atherton Tableland, Queensland. The event featured a wide array of sporting, military, and horse racing events to boost morale and physical readiness. The carnival was a massive logistical gathering for the "Magnificent 9th" prior to their final amphibious deployments to Borneo. The Australian War Memorial maintains historical film coverage of this specific event. Item belonged to Robert Francis ISKOV VX15237 served with the 59th Battalion/Hume Regiment CMF before joining the 2/14th Battalion at Caulfield in September 1940. He disembarked for the Middle East in November, 1940 and fought in the Syrian campaign in 1941. In 1942 the 2/14th Battalion returned to Australia and sent to Papua where he fought at the Battle of Isurava before the battalion was sent to Gona. In 1943 Bob returned to Australia to undertake officer training and in 1945 with the 2/23rd Battalion sailed to Morotai and served with the battalion on Tarakan. He returned to Australia in November, 1945 and discharged a month later
Large beige coloured paper folded in half to form four pages with black image of a platypus and lettering on cover
19th and 20th January 1945
ww2, bob iskov, amf, 9th division, gymkhana, 1945, herberton, programme
This hand drawn sketch of Robert ISKOV in uniform showing unit patch of the 2/14th Battalion on right sleeve was taken at a Tel-Aviv Cafe dated 1941. During WW2 Tel Aviv was a vibrant modern coastal hub known for its European style cafe culture. Cafes like Balalaika served as major social centers where allied soldiers interacted with local residents. Item belonged to Robert Francis ISKOV VX15237 served with the 59th Battalion/Hume Regiment CMF before joining the 2/14th Battalion at Caulfield in September 1940. He disembarked for the Middle East in November, 1940 and fought in the Syrian campaign in 1941. In 1942 the 2/14th Battalion returned to Australia and sent to Papua where he fought at the Battle of Isurava before the battalion was sent to Gona. In 1943 Bob returned to Australia to undertake officer training and in 1945 with the 2/23rd Battalion sailed to Morotai and served with the battalion on Tarakan. He returned to Australia in November, 1945 and discharged a month later
Lead pencil chest high sketch of soldier in Australian Army Uniform on cardboard.
Tel Aviv Cafe, Balalaika
ww2, bob iskov, amf, 2/14th battalion, tel aviv, sketch, balalaika
National Security (Tobacco Rationing) Regulations established on February 24, 1942. The "Consumer's Copy" was issued as a personal ration document requiring citizens to register with a nominated retailer to purchase their restricted tobacco or cigarette quota. Item belonged to Robert Francis ISKOV VX15237 served with the 59th Battalion/Hume Regiment CMF before joining the 2/14th Battalion at Caulfield in September 1940. He disembarked for the Middle East in November, 1940 and fought in the Syrian campaign in 1941. In 1942 the 2/14th Battalion returned to Australia and sent to Papua where he fought at the Battle of Isurava before the battalion was sent to Gona. In 1943 Bob returned to Australia to undertake officer training and in 1945 with the 2/23rd Battalion sailed to Morotai and served with the battalion on Tarakan. He returned to Australia in November, 1945 and discharged a month later
Black printed form for special tobacco ration for ex service personnel on cream colour paper including personal details.
Consumer's Copy No 13668
ww2, bob iskov, amf, new guinea, 59th battalion, tobacco ration, 1942
Original Militia issue hat badge with smaller matching pair of collar badges worn by members of the Victorian based 59th Battalion. In 1939 the battalion underwent a name change, adopting the territorial title of the "Hume Regiment." Item belonged to Robert Francis ISKOV VX15237 served with the 59th Battalion/Hume Regiment CMF before joining the 2/14th Battalion at Caulfield in September 1940. He disembarked for the Middle East in November, 1940 and fought in the Syrian campaign in 1941. In 1942 the 2/14th Battalion returned to Australia and sent to Papua where he fought at the Battle of Isurava before the battalion was sent to Gona. On 1943 Bob returned to Australia to undertake officer training and in 1945 with the 2/23rd Battalion sailed to Morotai and served with the battalion on Tarakan. He returned to Australia in November, 1945 and discharged a month later
Brass badge features a central red enamel circle containing the raised numeral 59 circled by a motto with radiating design with crown on top and scroll underneath
Motto - Fidelis Et Audax Scroll -The Hume Regiment
ww2, bob iskov, amf, new guinea, 59th battalion, hat and collar badges, hume regiment
Container of small wax coated matches designed to resist moisture. Widely known for supplying troops during World War II (1939–1945), specifically utilized in Australian military emergency ration packs and by personnel on the Kokoda Track. Item belonged to Robert Francis ISKOV VX15237 served with the 59th Battalion/Hume Regiment CMF before joining the 2/14th Battalion at Caulfield in September 1940. He disembarked for the Middle East in November, 1940 and fought in the Syrian campaign in 1941. In 1942 the 2/14th Battalion returned to Australia and sent to Papua where he fought at the Battle of Isurava before the battalion was sent to Gona. On 1943 Bob returned to Australia to undertake officer training and in 1945 with the 2/23rd Battalion sailed to Morotai and served with the battalion on Tarakan. He returned to Australia in November, 1945 and discharged a month later
Rectangular tin with hinged lid containing small timber matches with wax heads. The tin is plain metal apart from two tone blue lid with lettering. Underneath is a serrated patch used to strike the match.
Bell's Waterproof Wax Vestas
ww2, bob iskov, amf, new guinea, vestas
Water Sterilization Outfit manufactured in Australia to sterilize water for use in the field by soldiers particularly deployed to Borneo and New Guinea/Kokoda Track Campaigns during WW2, where clean jungle drinking water was a matter of survival. Item belonged to Robert Francis ISKOV VX15237 served with the 59th Battalion/Hume Regiment CMF before joining the 2/14th Battalion at Caulfield in September 1940. He disembarked for the Middle East in November, 1940 and fought in the Syrian campaign in 1941. In 1942 the 2/14th Battalion returned to Australia and sent to Papua where he fought at the Battle of Isurava before the battalion was sent to Gona. On 1943 Bob returned to Australia to undertake officer training and in 1945 with the 2/23rd Battalion sailed to Morotai and served with the battalion on Tarakan. He returned to Australia in November, 1945 and discharged a month later
Rectangular tin with hinged lid containing two clear glass vials of water sterilization tablets. The tin is plain metal apart from the black lid with white lettering. The two vials are stoppered with cork. The thinner vial contains small round blue tablets, while the thicker vial contains a white substance and has a paper label titled '50 Sterilizing Tablets'.
LID - 'STERILIZING OUTFIT / FOR USE WITH / WATER BOTTLES / (KEEP DRY)
ww2, bob iskov, amf, sterilizing outfit, new guinea
World War II-era military concession pass issued by the Victorian Railways for military personnel travelling within regional Victoria during 1940. "P.18-M" designates the specific accounting/ticket form code used by the Victorian Railways at the time for military utility tickets. "Available only for soldier in uniform" — was a strict wartime requirement in 1940 to prevent misuse of concessions and to ensure soldiers were identifiable for travel on restored country services. This ticket is dated 9/8/1940 and available for return till 14/8/1940 to Seymour. Item belonged to Robert Francis ISKOV VX15237 served with the 59th Battalion/Hume Regiment CMF before joining the 2/14th Battalion at Caulfield in September 1940. He disembarked for the Middle East in November, 1940 and fought in the Syrian campaign in 1941. In 1942 the 2/14th Battalion returned to Australia and sent to Papua where he fought at the Battle of Isurava before the battalion was sent to Gona. On 1943 Bob returned to Australia to undertake officer training and in 1945 with the 2/23rd Battalion sailed to Morotai and served with the battalion on Tarakan. He returned to Australia in November, 1945 and discharged a month later
Small paper ticket with black and red lettering
P.18 - M Victorian Railways No 181
ww2, bob iskov, amf, victorian railways return ticket, soldier on leave, 1940
A special clothing ration book (or supplementary clothing card) refers to extra coupon booklets issued during WWII. These supplemented the standard annual coupon allowance for citizens needing extra garments World War II civilian "Service Issue" clothing ration books were special coupon booklets introduced in Australia in June 1942 to manage extreme shortages of textiles and factory labor diverted to military uniforms. Citizens received an annual quota of coupons to ensure equitable sharing of clothes. Item belonged to Robert Francis ISKOV VX15237 served with the 59th Battalion/Hume Regiment CMF before joining the 2/14th Battalion at Caulfield in September 1940. He disembarked for the Middle East in November, 1940 and fought in the Syrian campaign in 1941. In 1942 the 2/14th Battalion returned to Australia and sent to Papua where he fought at the Battle of Isurava before the battalion was sent to Gona. On 1943 Bob returned to Australia to undertake officer training and in 1945 with the 2/23rd Battalion sailed to Morotai and served with the battalion on Tarakan. He returned to Australia in November, 1945 and discharged a month later
Cream cardboard card fold in half with crest and lettering in black ink on front cover
AAF F204 Introduced August 1944
ww2, bob iskov, member's personal equipment card, amf
A special clothing ration book (or supplementary clothing card) refers to extra coupon booklets issued during WWII. These supplemented the standard annual coupon allowance for citizens needing extra garments World War II civilian "Service Issue" clothing ration books were special coupon booklets introduced in Australia in June 1942 to manage extreme shortages of textiles and factory labor diverted to military uniforms. Citizens received an annual quota of coupons to ensure equitable sharing of clothes. Item belonged to Robert Francis ISKOV VX15237 served with the 59th Battalion/Hume Regiment CMF before joining the 2/14th Battalion at Caulfield in September 1940. He disembarked for the Middle East in November, 1940 and fought in the Syrian campaign in 1941. In 1942 the 2/14th Battalion returned to Australia and sent to Papua where he fought at the Battle of Isurava before the battalion was sent to Gona. On 1943 Bob returned to Australia to undertake officer training and in 1945 with the 2/23rd Battalion sailed to Morotai and served with the battalion on Tarakan. He returned to Australia in November, 1945 and discharged a month later
Brown cardboard booklet with lettering in black ink on front cover containing 2 half pages
Q17751 70 coupons R F ISKOV VX15237
ww2, bob iskov, special clothing ration book, service issue
The Demobilization Procedure Book (reference AAB 87) was an essential handbook issued by the Australian Military Forces (AMF) to service personnel at the end of World War II. It guided them through dispersal, rehabilitation, and discharge. Item belonged to Robert Francis ISKOV VX15237 served with the 59th Battalion/Hume Regiment CMF before joining the 2/14th Battalion at Caulfield in September 1940. He disembarked for the Middle East in November, 1940 and fought in the Syrian campaign in 1941. In 1942 the 2/14th Battalion returned to Australia and sent to Papua where he fought at the Battle of Isurava before the battalion was sent to Gona. On 1943 Bob returned to Australia to undertake officer training and in 1945 with the 2/23rd Battalion sailed to Morotai and served with the battalion on Tarakan. He returned to Australia in November, 1945 and discharged a month later
Brown cardboard booklet with lettering in black ink on front cover containing 32 pages
No 26883 VX15237 LT 2/23 Aust Inf Bn Robert Francis ISKOV Glenrowan Date issued 11.10.1945
ww2, bob iskov, demobilization procedure book, amf
Soldiers' Record of Service books such as the historical Australian Military Forces A.A.B. 83 were personal logs carried by service members to document enlistment, postings, courses, and medical history. Item belonged to Robert Francis ISKOV VX15237 served with the 59th Battalion/Hume Regiment CMF before joining the 2/14th Battalion at Caulfield in September 1940. He disembarked for the Middle East in November, 1940 and fought in the Syrian campaign in 1941. In 1942 the 2/14th Battalion returned to Australia and sent to Papua where he fought at the Battle of Isurava before the battalion was sent to Gona. On 1943 Bob returned to Australia to undertake officer training and in 1945 with the 2/23rd Battalion sailed to Morotai and served with the battalion on Tarakan. He returned to Australia in November, 1945 and discharged a month later
Brown cardboard booklet with crest and lettering in black ink on front cover containing 40 pages
VX15237 Lt R F ISKOV Australian Military Forces
ww2, bob iskov, soldier's record of service book, amf
Soldiers' Record of Service books such as the historical Australian Military Forces A.A.B. 83 were personal logs carried by service members to document enlistment, postings, courses, and medical history. Item belonged to Robert Francis ISKOV VX15237 served with the 59th Battalion/Hume Regiment CMF before joining the 2/14th Battalion at Caulfield in September 1940. He disembarked for the Middle East in November, 1940 and fought in the Syrian campaign in 1941. In 1942 the 2/14th Battalion returned to Australia and sent to Papua where he fought at the Battle of Isurava before the battalion was sent to Gona. On 1943 Bob returned to Australia to undertake officer training and in 1945 with the 2/23rd Battalion sailed to Morotai and served with the battalion on Tarakan. He returned to Australia in November, 1945 and discharged a month later
Cream paper booklet with crest and lettering in black ink on front cover containing 20 pages
A.A.B 83 Introduced July 1943 Australian Military Forces
ww2, bob iskov, soldier's record of service book
Brown leather pouch made specifically to house a pay book and leave pass. No maker’s name or identification. Item belonged to Robert Francis ISKOV VX15237 served with the 59th Battalion/Hume Regiment CMF before joining the 2/14th Battalion at Caulfield in September 1940. He disembarked for the Middle East in November, 1940 and fought in the Syrian campaign in 1941. In 1942 the 2/14th Battalion returned to Australia and sent to Papua where he fought at the Battle of Isurava before the battalion was sent to Gona. On 1943 Bob returned to Australia to undertake officer training and in 1945 with the 2/23rd Battalion sailed to Morotai and served with the battalion on Tarakan. He returned to Australia in November, 1945 and discharged a month later
Brown leather pouch consisting of two separate compartments with front flaps affixed with metal press down studs.
Pay Book Leave Pass
pouch, ww2, bob iskov
Seven consecutively numbered 44-50 dated between October 1946 and August/September 1947 Australian Army Training Memorandum pamphlets featuring short articles. Booklet belonged to Robert Francis ISKOV VX15237 born at Glenrowan served with the 59th Battalion CMF before joining the 2/14th Battalion at Caulfield in September 1940. He disembarked for the Middle East in November, 1940 and fought in the Syrian campaign in 1941. In 1942 the 2/14th Battalion returned to Australia and sent to Papua where he fought at the Battle of Isurava before the battalion was sent to Gona. On 1943 Bob returned to Australia to undertake officer training and in 1945 with the 2/23rd Battalion sailed to Morotai and served with the battalion on Tarakan. He returned to Australia in November, 1945 and discharged a month later
Series of seven soft cover pamphlets with black lettering containing short articles and diagrams
Volume 44 -50 (October 1946 - August/September 1947) Restricted
ww2, military training pamphlet, 1946-1947, australian army memorandum
Australian Army manual focusing on the principles of mortar and bombs, covering essential skills to provide soldiers with the knowledge needed in combat. Booklet belonged to Robert Francis ISKOV VX15237 born at Glenrowan served with the 59th Battalion CMF before joining the 2/14th Battalion at Caulfield in September 1940. He disembarked for the Middle East in November, 1940 and fought in the Syrian campaign in 1941. In 1942 the 2/14th Battalion returned to Australia and sent to Papua where he fought at the Battle of Isurava before the battalion was sent to Gona. On 1943 Bob returned to Australia to undertake officer training and in 1945 with the 2/23rd Battalion sailed to Morotai and served with the battalion on Tarakan. He returned to Australia in November, 1945 and discharged a month later.
Soft cover pamphlet with red lettering containing 18 pages including diagrams
Volume 1 Pamphlet 8 1st October 1942.
ww2, military training pamphlet, small arms training, 1942, mortar
Australian Army manual focusing on the principles of effective rifle fire. Covering essential skills such as estimating distance, assessing wind effects, and understanding angles, this pamphlet provided soldiers with the knowledge needed for accurate marksmanship in combat. Booklet belonged to Robert Francis ISKOV VX15237 born at Glenrowan served with the 59th Battalion CMF before joining the 2/14th Battalion at Caulfield in September 1940. He disembarked for the Middle East in November, 1940 and fought in the Syrian campaign in 1941. In 1942 the 2/14th Battalion returned to Australia and sent to Papua where he fought at the Battle of Isurava before the battalion was sent to Gona. On 1943 Bob returned to Australia to undertake officer training and in 1945 with the 2/23rd Battalion sailed to Morotai and served with the battalion on Tarakan. He returned to Australia in November, 1945 and discharged a month later.
Soft cover pamphlet with red lettering containing 31 pages and diagrams
Volume 1 Pamphlet 2 Pamphlet supersedes the 1937 edition and that reprinted with amendments 1942.
ww2, military training pamphlet, small arms training, 1943
