Remembrance Day, commemorated each year on the 11th of November, was established as a way of paying homage to those who fought and died during the First World War (1914-1918), with the date being taken from the cessation of hostilities when the Armistice came into effect on 11 … [Read more...] about Remembrance Day
World War One (1914-1918)
In Australia: Returning soldiers: South Australian quota [29 October 1915]
[Editor: This list, of South Australian soldiers returning to Australia during the First World War (1914-1918), was published in “The War” section of The Barrier Miner (Broken Hill, NSW), 29 October 1915.] In Australia. Returning soldiers. South Australian … [Read more...] about In Australia: Returning soldiers: South Australian quota [29 October 1915]
Discharge certificates [29 October 1915]
[Editor: This brief article, regarding Australian military discharge certificates issued during the First World War (1914-1918), was published in “The War” section of The Barrier Miner (Broken Hill, NSW), 29 October 1915.] Discharge certificates. The military authorities … [Read more...] about Discharge certificates [29 October 1915]
In the Dardanelles: Campaign condemned by Lord Brassey [29 October 1915]
[Editor: This article, reporting on the comments of Lord Brassey regarding on the Dardanelles campaign, during the First World War (1914-1918), was published in “The War” section of The Barrier Miner (Broken Hill, NSW), 29 October 1915.] In the Dardanelles. Campaign … [Read more...] about In the Dardanelles: Campaign condemned by Lord Brassey [29 October 1915]
Lord Beassey outspoken [re the Dardanelles campaign, 6 November 1915]
[Editor: This article, reporting on the comments of Lord Brassey regarding on the Dardanelles campaign, during the First World War (1914-1918), was published in The Australasian (Melbourne, Vic.), 6 November 1915.] Lord Beassey outspoken. In an interview given by Lord … [Read more...] about Lord Beassey outspoken [re the Dardanelles campaign, 6 November 1915]
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, 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)]
Week to Week [extracts of news items, 31 May 1918]
[Editor: These extracts, regarding agricultural issues, Empire Day, and the First World War (1914-1918), were published in the “Week to Week” section of the Windsor and Richmond Gazette (Windsor, NSW), 31 May 1918. The extracts offer some examples of life in Australia in earlier … [Read more...] about Week to Week [extracts of news items, 31 May 1918]
A new phase of the party curse [WW1 editorial (re the UK), 20 September 1915]
[Editor: This editorial was published in The Daily Advertiser (Wagga Wagga, NSW), 20 September 1915. The editorial is primarily about party politics and conscription in the UK (although Australia is mentioned in passing); it says that “anyone guilty of conduct calculated to … [Read more...] about A new phase of the party curse [WW1 editorial (re the UK), 20 September 1915]
“Australia in Palestine” [book review, 6 November 1919]
[Editor: This review of Australia in Palestine (1919) was published in The Bulletin (Sydney, NSW), 6 November 1919.] “Australia in Palestine” No more attractive Digger book has been published than this, and we don’t expect a better. It is so varied in its interest. There … [Read more...] about “Australia in Palestine” [book review, 6 November 1919]
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]
An Australian soldier [First World War postcard, 28 February 1918]
[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]
Two soldiers (one Australian, one British) [First World War postcard]
[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]
Two Australian soldiers, including a corporal [First World War postcard]
[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]
Two Australian soldiers [First World War postcard]
[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]
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]
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]
Allan Robertson Campbell [First World War postcard, with photo of an Australian soldier]
[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]
Unknown Australian soldier [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.] 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]
Henry Leslie Pender (soldier from Ballarat) [First World War postcard, with photo of an Australian soldier]
[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]
An Australian soldier [First World War 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.] An Australian soldier [Front of postcard] [An Australian soldier, posing for a … [Read more...] about An Australian soldier [First World War postcard]
No. 1: General Birdwood [First World War postcard]
[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]
General news [news items regarding the First World War, 21 August 1915]
[Editor: This column of various news items was published in The Democrat (Lithgow, NSW), 21 August 1915. Most of the items relate to the First World War (1914-1918).] General news. A new antiseptic with wonderful properties has been discovered and is being applied to the … [Read more...] about General news [news items regarding the First World War, 21 August 1915]
Boys! Listen! The Empire is calling [poem “Australia’s Call” by Irene Jones, 5 August 1915]
[Editor: This poem (or song) by Irene Jones was published in the Mudgee Guardian and North-Western Representative (Mudgee, NSW), 5 August 1915 (during the First World War, 1914-1918).] Boys! Listen! The Empire is calling. The following appropriate and inspiring verses, … [Read more...] about Boys! Listen! The Empire is calling [poem “Australia’s Call” by Irene Jones, 5 August 1915]
Certificate of Discharge, for Henry Dayrell Herdson, 1919 [First World War military document]
[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]