[Editor: This postcard, which incorporates a photo of the Pioneer Monument (Gundagai, NSW), including a statue of the dog on the tucker box, is date-stamped 13 January 1959.] [Front of postcard] 2624 Pioneers Monument, 5 miles from Gundagai [Description: … [Read more...] about Pioneers Monument, 5 miles from Gundagai [postcard, 1959]
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Advance Australia [postcard re “Slangwidge”, early 20th Century]
[Editor: This postcard, which incorporates a drawing of a tree with the words “Advance Australia”, along with a Southern Cross Shield and a poem, is from the early 20th Century. The postcard is undated.] Advance Australia [Front of postcard] Advance … [Read more...] about Advance Australia [postcard re “Slangwidge”, early 20th Century]
The Land of the Wallaby [postcard, 18 November 1910]
[Editor: This Christmas postcard, which incorporates a drawing of a wallaby, and a poem, is dated 18 November 1910.] The Land of the Wallaby [Front of postcard] The Land of the Wallaby Christmas Here’s to the Land of the Wallaby, The land of the Fair … [Read more...] about The Land of the Wallaby [postcard, 18 November 1910]
To greet you [Christmas card, 1912]
[Editor: This Christmas card, which incorporates a poem and a drawing of a young maiden holding an Australian flag, is dated 1912.] To greet you [Front of postcard] To greet you Industry and prosperity Advance Australia [Description: A drawing of a … [Read more...] about To greet you [Christmas card, 1912]
Australia for ever [First World War postcard, 16 May 1918]
[Editor: This postcard, dated 16 May 1918, was written by an Australian soldier during the First World War (1914-1918).] Australia for ever [Front of postcard] Australia for ever [Description: An Australian flag and a sprig of wattle, with the words … [Read more...] about Australia for ever [First World War postcard, 16 May 1918]
Best Wishes [postcard, early 20th Century]
[Editor: This postcard, which incorporates a poem, as well as an illustration of some kookaburras, along with some embedded wattle blossoms in an outline of a heart, is estimated to have been published in the early 20th Century. The postcard is undated.] Best … [Read more...] about Best Wishes [postcard, early 20th Century]
Best Wishes [postcard, 10 December 1917 (during the First World War)]
[Editor: This postcard, which incorporates a poem, as well as an illustration of some kookaburras, along with some embedded wattle blossoms in an outline of Australia, is dated 10 December 1917, during the First World War (1914-1918); it was sent to a sailor serving on HMAS … [Read more...] about Best Wishes [postcard, 10 December 1917 (during the First World War)]
Sergeants’ Mess [postcard, 22 December 1914]
[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 dated 22 December (no year is given, although it is believed to be 1914).] Sergeants’ … [Read more...] about Sergeants’ Mess [postcard, 22 December 1914]
Two Australian soldiers and a Frenchman [First World War postcard, 26 July 1917]
[Editor: This postcard, which incorporates a photo of two Australian soldiers and a Frenchman (the latter dressed in an Australian army uniform), is from the era of the First World War (1914-1918). The postcard is dated 26 July 1917.] Two Australian soldiers and a … [Read more...] about Two Australian soldiers and a Frenchman [First World War postcard, 26 July 1917]
Sturt St. Gardens Ballarat: Under the snow mantle [postcard, 19 June 1906]
[Editor: This postcard incorporates a photo of Sturt Street, in Ballarat, showing a statue of Robert Burns (the Scottish poet) with his dog, at a time when it had been snowing. The postcard is postmarked Ballarat, 19 June 1906.] Sturt St. Gardens Ballarat: Under the snow … [Read more...] about Sturt St. Gardens Ballarat: Under the snow mantle [postcard, 19 June 1906]
Road scene, Black’s Spur [postcard, 14 May 1906]
[Editor: This postcard incorporates a photo of a horse-drawn buggy. The postcard is postmarked Melbourne, 14 May 1906.] Road scene, Black’s Spur [Front of postcard] Road scene, Black’s Spur [Photo of a man in a horse-drawn buggy, who has stopped to talk to … [Read more...] about Road scene, Black’s Spur [postcard, 14 May 1906]
In charge [postcard, 1906]
[Editor: This postcard incorporates a photo of a group of sheep, along with a sheep dog. The postcard is postmarked 1906.] In charge. [Front of postcard] In charge. [Photo of a group of sheep, along with a sheep dog (apparently in charge of … [Read more...] about In charge [postcard, 1906]
Central Railway Station Melbourne [postcard, 10 July 1911]
[Editor: This postcard incorporates a photo of Flinders Street Station (Melbourne, Victoria). The postcard is dated 10 July 1911. The handwritten text on the card is in French.] [Front of postcard] Central Railway Station Melbourne. [Handwritten text, in … [Read more...] about Central Railway Station Melbourne [postcard, 10 July 1911]
An Australian Bush Study [postcard, 6 March 1911]
[Editor: This postcard incorporates a photo of an Australian bush scene. The postcard is postmarked Melbourne, 6 March 1911.] An Australian bush study [Front of postcard] An Australian bush study [Photo of an Australian bush scene.] [Reverse of … [Read more...] about An Australian Bush Study [postcard, 6 March 1911]
Unknown Australian soldier, from the Australian Army Medical Corps [First World War postcard, with photo of an Australian soldier, 22 December 1915]
[Editor: This postcard, which incorporates a photo of an Australian soldier, from the Australian Army Medical Corps, is from the era of the First World War (1914-1918). The postcard is dated 22 December 1915.] Unknown Australian soldier, from the Australian Army Medical … [Read more...] about Unknown Australian soldier, from the Australian Army Medical Corps [First World War postcard, with photo of an Australian soldier, 22 December 1915]
Snow Scene, Ballarat Gardens: 1905 [postcard, dated 11 June 1908]
[Editor: This postcard incorporates a photo of a man standing in the snow in the Ballarat Gardens in 1905; it is postmarked Ballarat, 11 June 1908.] Snow Scene, Ballarat Gardens: 1905 [Front of postcard] Snow Scene, Ballarat Gardens. 1905 [Reverse of … [Read more...] about Snow Scene, Ballarat Gardens: 1905 [postcard, dated 11 June 1908]
HMAS Canberra, Christmas card [circa 1929-1941]
[Editor: This Christmas card, with a photo of HMAS Canberra, and bearing the HMAS Canberra badge, includes the British flag (Union Jack) and the Australian flag (blue ensign). The card is undated, but was presumably printed between 1929-1941.] [HMAS Canberra, Christmas … [Read more...] about HMAS Canberra, Christmas card [circa 1929-1941]
Group of Australian soldiers [First World War postcard, with photo of four Australian soldiers]
[Editor: This postcard, which incorporates a photo of a group of Australian soldiers, is from the era of the First World War (1914-1918). The card was written by Walter Frank Rose. The postcard is undated.] Group of Australian soldiers [Front of … [Read more...] about Group of Australian soldiers [First World War postcard, with photo of four Australian soldiers]
Another photo of our clique [First World War postcard, with a photo of a group of wounded Australian soldiers in a hospital]
[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]
Dear Mother [First World War postcard, with a photo of a group of wounded Australian soldiers]
[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]
To dear Mother, from Mont [First World War postcard, with photo of Australian soldiers in the snow]
[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]
Sincerely yours, T. J. Collins [First World War postcard, with photo of an Australian soldier]
[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]
From Phil to Annie [First World War postcard, with photo of an Australian soldier]
[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]
C. R. Evans [First World War postcard, with photo of an Australian soldier, 27 February 1919]
[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]
“Christians awake!” [First World War postcard, sent by Charles Fell to his girlfriend, 28 June 1917]
[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]