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Light Horseman [Second World War photo, of an Australian soldier]

8 March 2022 · Leave a Comment

Photo of an Australian Light Horseman (World War Two)

[Editor: This photo, of an Australian Light Horseman, is from the era of the Second World War (1939-1945). The photo is undated.] Light Horseman [Portrait photo of an Australian Light Horseman.] [The manufacturer’s details are written in the bottom right corner of … [Read more...] about Light Horseman [Second World War photo, of an Australian soldier]

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Dug outs at Anzac Cove (Dardanelles) [First World War postcard, with a photo of military dug outs on a hillside at Gallipoli]

8 March 2022 · Leave a Comment

Photo of military dug outs on a hillside at Gallipoli (World War One postcard)

[Editor: This postcard (unused), which incorporates a photo of military dug outs on a hillside, is from the era of the First World War (1914-1918). The postcard is undated.] Dug outs at Anzac Cove (Dardanelles) [Front of postcard] Dug outs at Anzac Cove … [Read more...] about Dug outs at Anzac Cove (Dardanelles) [First World War postcard, with a photo of military dug outs on a hillside at Gallipoli]

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Lots of love [photo of a female member of the Australian military, Second World War]

8 March 2022 · 1 Comment

[Editor: This photo, of a female member of the Australian military, is from the era of the Second World War (1939-1945). The photo is undated.] Lots of love [Front of photo] [Photo of a female member of the Australian military.] [Handwritten text] To … [Read more...] about Lots of love [photo of a female member of the Australian military, Second World War]

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Light Horsemen on a ship [First World War postcard, with photo of two Australian soldiers]

8 March 2022 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This postcard, which incorporates a photo of two Australian Light Horsemen on a ship, is from the era of the First World War (1914-1918). The postcard is undated.] Light Horsemen on a ship [Front of postcard] [Photo of two Australian Light Horsemen … [Read more...] about Light Horsemen on a ship [First World War postcard, with photo of two Australian soldiers]

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Unknown Australian soldier [First World War postcard, with photo of an Australian soldier]

7 March 2022 · Leave a Comment

Unknown Australian soldier (World War One postcard)

[Editor: This postcard (unused), which incorporates a photo of an Australian soldier, is from the era of the First World War (1914-1918). The postcard is undated.] Unknown Australian soldier [Front of postcard] [Photo of an Australian soldier.] [Reverse … [Read more...] about Unknown Australian soldier [First World War postcard, with photo of an Australian soldier]

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Another photo of our clique [First World War postcard, with a photo of a group of wounded Australian soldiers in a hospital]

14 February 2022 · Leave a Comment

A group of wounded Australian soldiers in a hospital (World War One postcard)

[Editor: This postcard, which incorporates a photo of a group of wounded Australian soldiers in a hospital, was sent by a soldier to his mother, during the era of the First World War (1914-1918). The postcard is undated.] Another photo of our clique [Front of … [Read more...] about Another photo of our clique [First World War postcard, with a photo of a group of wounded Australian soldiers in a hospital]

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Dear Mother [First World War postcard, with a photo of a group of wounded Australian soldiers]

14 February 2022 · Leave a Comment

A group of wounded Australian soldiers (World War One postcard)

[Editor: This postcard, which incorporates a photo of a group of unidentified wounded Australian soldiers, was sent by a soldier to his mother, during the era of the First World War (1914-1918). The postcard is undated.] Dear Mother [Front of postcard] [Photo … [Read more...] about Dear Mother [First World War postcard, with a photo of a group of wounded Australian soldiers]

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To dear Mother, from Mont [First World War postcard, with photo of Australian soldiers in the snow]

14 February 2022 · Leave a Comment

A group of Australian soldiers in the snow (World War One postcard)

[Editor: This postcard, which incorporates a photo of Australian soldiers in the snow, was sent by a soldier to his mother, during the era of the First World War (1914-1918). The postcard is undated.] To dear Mother, from Mont [Front of postcard] [Photo of … [Read more...] about To dear Mother, from Mont [First World War postcard, with photo of Australian soldiers in the snow]

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Australian soldiers in a mess tent [First World War postcard, with a photo of a group of Australian soldiers]

14 February 2022 · Leave a Comment

Australian soldiers in a mess tent (World War One postcard)

[Editor: This postcard, which incorporates a photo of a group of unidentified Australian soldiers, is from the era of the First World War (1914-1918). The postcard is undated.] Australian soldiers in a mess tent [Front of postcard] [Photo of a group of … [Read more...] about Australian soldiers in a mess tent [First World War postcard, with a photo of a group of Australian soldiers]

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Sincerely yours, T. J. Collins [First World War postcard, with photo of an Australian soldier]

14 February 2022 · Leave a Comment

Sincerely yours, T. J. Collins (World War One postcard)

[Editor: This postcard, which incorporates a photo of an Australian soldier, is from the era of the First World War (1914-1918). The postcard is undated.] Sincerely yours, T. J. Collins [Front of postcard] [Photo of an Australian soldier.] [Handwritten … [Read more...] about Sincerely yours, T. J. Collins [First World War postcard, with photo of an Australian soldier]

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Unknown Australian soldier [First World War postcard, with photo of an Australian soldier]

14 February 2022 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This postcard, which incorporates a photo of an Australian soldier, is from the era of the First World War (1914-1918). The postcard is undated.] Unknown Australian soldier [Front of postcard] [Photo of an Australian soldier.] [Reverse of … [Read more...] about Unknown Australian soldier [First World War postcard, with photo of an Australian soldier]

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From Phil to Annie [First World War postcard, with photo of an Australian soldier]

14 February 2022 · Leave a Comment

From Phil to Annie (World War One postcard)

[Editor: This postcard, which incorporates a photo of an Australian soldier, is from the era of the First World War (1914-1918). The postcard is undated.] From Phil to Annie [Front of postcard] [Photo of an Australian soldier.] [Reverse of … [Read more...] about From Phil to Annie [First World War postcard, with photo of an Australian soldier]

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C. R. Evans [First World War postcard, with photo of an Australian soldier, 27 February 1919]

14 February 2022 · Leave a Comment

C. R. Evans (World War One postcard)

[Editor: This postcard incorporates a photo of an Australian soldier, from the era of the First World War (1914-1918). The postcard is dated 27 February 1919 (after the end of the war).] C. R. Evans [Front of postcard] [Photo of an Australian … [Read more...] about C. R. Evans [First World War postcard, with photo of an Australian soldier, 27 February 1919]

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Bill Dyer [First World War postcard, with photo of an Australian soldier]

14 February 2022 · Leave a Comment

Bill Dyer (World War One postcard)

[Editor: This postcard incorporates a photo of an Australian soldier, from the era of the First World War (1914-1918). The postcard is undated.] [Front of postcard] [Description: Photograph of an Australian soldier.] [The manufacturer’s details are embossed … [Read more...] about Bill Dyer [First World War postcard, with photo of an Australian soldier]

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“Christians awake!” [First World War postcard, sent by Charles Fell to his girlfriend, 28 June 1917]

14 February 2022 · 8 Comments

Christians Awake (World War One postcard)

[Editor: This postcard was sent by a soldier to his girlfriend, during the First World War (1914-1918). The postcard is dated 28 June 1917.] [Front of postcard] “Christians awake!” “Le rappel à la réalite!” [Reverse of postcard] POST … [Read more...] about “Christians awake!” [First World War postcard, sent by Charles Fell to his girlfriend, 28 June 1917]

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Temperance Pledge [postcard, early 20th Century]

12 July 2021 · Leave a Comment

Temperance Pledge (WCTU postcard)

[Editor: This postcard (unused), published by the Woman’s Christian Temperance Union, incorporates a map of Australia (with the Temperance Pledge inside the map), with wattle blossoms in the background. The postcard is from the early to mid 20th century (possibly … [Read more...] about Temperance Pledge [postcard, early 20th Century]

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Anniversary Day Regatta, Sydney [postcard, early 20th Century]

12 July 2021 · Leave a Comment

Anniversary Day Regatta (postcard)

[Editor: This postcard (unused) incorporates a photo of boats sailing in the Anniversary Day Regatta (Anniversary Day was later known as Australia Day). The postcard is from the early 20th Century (possibly 1901-1910).] [Front of postcard] Anniversary Day … [Read more...] about Anniversary Day Regatta, Sydney [postcard, early 20th Century]

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Star of the East Gold Mining Co., Ballarat [postcard, circa 1908]

12 July 2021 · Leave a Comment

Star of the East Gold Mining Co., Ballarat (postcard)

[Editor: This postcard (unused) incorporates a photo of the mine buildings and mullock heaps of the Star of the East Gold Mining Company (Ballarat, Victoria). The postcard is undated; however, it is believed to have been published circa 1908.] [Front of … [Read more...] about Star of the East Gold Mining Co., Ballarat [postcard, circa 1908]

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Exhibition Buildings, Melbourne [postcard, World War Two era]

12 July 2021 · Leave a Comment

Exhibition Buildings, Melbourne (postcard)

[Editor: This postcard (unused) incorporates a photo of the Exhibition Buildings (Melbourne, Victoria), with the Australian flag and several Allied flags. The postcard is from the era of the Second World War (1939-1945).] [Front of postcard] Exhibition Buildings, … [Read more...] about Exhibition Buildings, Melbourne [postcard, World War Two era]

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Remembrance of the Absent One [postcard, World War One era]

12 July 2021 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This postcard (unused) includes a poem about Australia’s military prowess in the First World War. The postcard is from the era of the First World War (1914-1918), or from the post-war period.] [Front of postcard] Remembrance of the Absent One from … [Read more...] about Remembrance of the Absent One [postcard, World War One era]

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Many Happy Returns [postcard, early 20th Century]

12 July 2021 · Leave a Comment

Many Happy Returns (birthday postcard)

[Editor: This postcard (unused), giving birthday greetings, includes a photo of a young child, the British flag (Union Jack), and the Australian flag (blue ensign). The postcard is from the early 20th Century (possibly 1901-1920).] [Front of postcard] Many … [Read more...] about Many Happy Returns [postcard, early 20th Century]

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Xmas Greetings [postcard, World War One era]

12 July 2021 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This postcard (unused), giving Christmas greetings, includes the Australian flag (blue ensign) and a photo of Australian soldiers marching. The postcard is from the era of World War One (1914-1918); it is possible that the soldiers marching could be part of a 1919 … [Read more...] about Xmas Greetings [postcard, World War One era]

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T. W. White & Co. [poster, 1889]

19 May 2021 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This poster, an advertisement for T. W. White & Co. (Ballarat), was published circa 1888-1889 (presumably December 1888 or January 1889).] T. W. White & Co. Tailors & Gentlemen’s Mercers. Lord’s Buildings 112 Sturt Street. Opposite Brophy’s … [Read more...] about T. W. White & Co. [poster, 1889]

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Australia: The Land of Sunshine, Health & Prosperity [poster, 1914]

18 May 2021 · 1 Comment

[Editor: This poster, an advertisement for migration to Australia from the USA (along with a calendar for 1915), was published under the authority of the Minister of External Affairs (Melbourne), 1914.] Australia The Land of Sunshine Health & Prosperity. For … [Read more...] about Australia: The Land of Sunshine, Health & Prosperity [poster, 1914]

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