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Sergeants’ Mess [postcard, 22 December 1914]

14 May 2022 · Leave a Comment

[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]

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An Australian soldier [First World War postcard, 28 February 1918]

14 May 2022 · Leave a Comment

[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 dated 28 February 1918.] An Australian soldier [Front of postcard] [An unidentified soldier, posing for a … [Read more...] about An Australian soldier [First World War postcard, 28 February 1918]

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Two soldiers (one Australian, one British) [First World War postcard]

14 May 2022 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This postcard (unused), which incorporates a photo of two soldiers (one Australian, one British), is from the era of the First World War (1914-1918). The postcard is undated.] Two Australian soldiers [Front of postcard] [Two unidentified soldiers, … [Read more...] about Two soldiers (one Australian, one British) [First World War postcard]

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Two Australian soldiers, including a corporal [First World War postcard]

14 May 2022 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This postcard (unused), which incorporates a photo of two Australian soldiers (one of whom is a corporal), is from the era of the First World War (1914-1918). The postcard is undated.] Two Australian soldiers [Front of postcard] [Two Australian … [Read more...] about Two Australian soldiers, including a corporal [First World War postcard]

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Two Australian soldiers [First World War postcard]

14 May 2022 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This postcard (unused), which incorporates a photo of two unidentified Australian soldiers, is from the era of the First World War (1914-1918). The postcard is undated.] Two Australian soldiers [Front of postcard] [Two unidentified Australian … [Read more...] about Two Australian soldiers [First World War postcard]

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Two Australian soldiers and a Frenchman [First World War postcard, 26 July 1917]

14 May 2022 · Leave a Comment

[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]

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Sturt St. Gardens Ballarat: Under the snow mantle [postcard, 19 June 1906]

12 May 2022 · Leave a Comment

Postcard, with a photo of Sturt Street, in Ballarat (Victoria), showing a statue of Robert Burns (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]

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Road scene, Black’s Spur [postcard, 14 May 1906]

12 May 2022 · Leave a Comment

[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]

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In charge [postcard, 1906]

12 May 2022 · Leave a Comment

Postcard, New South Wales (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]

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Central Railway Station Melbourne [postcard, 10 July 1911]

10 May 2022 · Leave a Comment

Postcard with a photo of Flinders Street railway station (Melbourne, Victoria)

[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.] Central Railway Station Melbourne. [Front of postcard] Central Railway Station … [Read more...] about Central Railway Station Melbourne [postcard, 10 July 1911]

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An Australian Bush Study [postcard, 6 March 1911]

10 May 2022 · Leave a Comment

Postcard, with an Australian bush scene

[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]

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Inter-Collegiate Football, 1923 [postcard, with photo of a football team, 1923]

2 May 2022 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This postcard, which incorporates a photo of a football team, is from 1923.] Inter-Collegiate Football, 1923 [Front of postcard] Inter-Collegiate Football, 1923 S.P.S.C. 7 goals 15 behinds v. P.A.C. 13 goals 15 behinds E. Ziegler, 43 Elizabeth … [Read more...] about Inter-Collegiate Football, 1923 [postcard, with photo of a football team, 1923]

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Unknown Australian soldier, from the Australian Army Medical Corps [First World War postcard, with photo of an Australian soldier, 22 December 1915]

21 April 2022 · Leave a Comment

Postcard, with a photo of an Australian soldier, from the Australian Army Medical Corps, from the First World War (1914-1918)

[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]

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Allan Robertson Campbell [First World War postcard, with photo of an Australian soldier]

21 April 2022 · Leave a Comment

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

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Unknown Australian soldier (Australian Light Horse) [First World War postcard, with photo of an Australian soldier]

19 April 2022 · Leave a Comment

Postcard, with a photo of an Australian soldier, from the First World War (1914-1918)

[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 (Australian Light Horse) [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]

19 April 2022 · Leave a Comment

Postcard, with a photo of an Australian soldier, from the First World War (1914-1918)

[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.] [The manufacturer’s … [Read more...] about Unknown Australian soldier [First World War postcard, with photo of an Australian soldier]

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Henry Leslie Pender (soldier from Ballarat) [First World War postcard, with photo of an Australian soldier]

19 April 2022 · Leave a Comment

Postcard, with a photo of an Australian soldier, from the First World War (1914-1918)

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

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Ohio ship [postcard, Great White Fleet visit to Australia, 1908]

12 April 2022 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This postcard (unused), which incorporates a picture of the American ship “Ohio”, commemorates the visit of the Great White Fleet to Australia in 1908. The postcard is undated.] Ohio ship [Front of postcard] “Ohio” [A picture of the American ship … [Read more...] about Ohio ship [postcard, Great White Fleet visit to Australia, 1908]

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Snow Scene, Ballarat Gardens: 1905 [postcard, dated 11 June 1908]

12 April 2022 · 1 Comment

[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]

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An Australian soldier [First World War postcard]

12 April 2022 · Leave a Comment

[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.] An Australian soldier [Front of postcard] [An Australian soldier, posing for a … [Read more...] about An Australian soldier [First World War postcard]

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No. 1: General Birdwood [First World War postcard]

12 April 2022 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This postcard (unused), which incorporates two photos of General Birdwood, is from the era of the First World War (1914-1918). The postcard is undated.] No. 1: General Birdwood [Front of postcard] [A photo of General Birdwood on a horse, as well as … [Read more...] about No. 1: General Birdwood [First World War postcard]

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Australian soldiers, 1972 intake [group photo, Vietnam War era]

9 April 2022 · Leave a Comment

Photo of a group of Australian soldiers (1972 intake), from the era of the Vietnam War (1955-1975)

[Editor: This photo, of a group of Australian soldiers, is from the era of the Vietnam War (1955-1975).] Australian soldiers, 1972 intake [Front of photo] [Photo of a group of Australian soldiers, with a sign in front giving details of the … [Read more...] about Australian soldiers, 1972 intake [group photo, Vietnam War era]

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Dame Mary Gilmore: Poet’s lifetime of social reform [24 October 1942]

29 March 2022 · Leave a Comment

Mary Gilmore, 1942

[Editor: This article about Mary Gilmore was published in Pix (Sydney, NSW), 24 October 1942.] Dame Mary Gilmore Poet’s lifetime of social reform Dame Mary Gilmore, 77-year-old poet and social reformer, has made a lasting contribution to the cultural and … [Read more...] about Dame Mary Gilmore: Poet’s lifetime of social reform [24 October 1942]

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Certificate of Discharge, for Henry Dayrell Herdson, 1943 [Second World War military document]

27 March 2022 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This Certificate of Discharge, for Henry Dayrell Herdson (1898-1978), is dated 3 March 1943, during the Second World War (1939-1945). In order to enlist in the Australian Army in the Second World War, Herdson understated his age (he was born in 1898, but claimed to have … [Read more...] about Certificate of Discharge, for Henry Dayrell Herdson, 1943 [Second World War military document]

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Certificate of Discharge, for Henry Dayrell Herdson, 1919 [First World War military document]

27 March 2022 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This Certificate of Discharge, for Henry Dayrell Herdson (1898-1978), is dated 4 April 1919, during the First World War (1914-1918).] Certificate of Discharge, for Henry Dayrell Herdson, 1919 [Front of certificate] [Handwritten and stamped text, in … [Read more...] about Certificate of Discharge, for Henry Dayrell Herdson, 1919 [First World War military document]

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