[Editor: This poem was published in Aussie: The Cheerful Monthly (Sydney, NSW), 15 April 1920.] The Death Troop I. We have watched the morning sunlight leave Its kiss on the sword and lance, We have yearned for peace on the awesome eve Of a well-planned night … [Read more...] about The Death Troop [poem by Gerardy, 15 April 1920]
World War One (1914-1918)
The rough spin the prophet gets in his own country [15 April 1920]
[Editor: This article was published in Aussie: The Cheerful Monthly (Sydney, NSW), 15 April 1920.] The rough spin the prophet gets in his own country. As to the reason why this moment had been chosen by those in control of “The Times” to improve the service of news from … [Read more...] about The rough spin the prophet gets in his own country [15 April 1920]
With the Anzacs: First touch of winter: Superiority over Boche [by Keith Murdoch, 24 September 1918]
[Editor: This article by Keith Murdoch, regarding the Western Front in Europe during the First World War, was published in The Daily Mail (Brisbane, Qld.), 24 September 1918. Different versions of this report were published in various other newspapers.] With the … [Read more...] about With the Anzacs: First touch of winter: Superiority over Boche [by Keith Murdoch, 24 September 1918]
How We Landed on Gallipoli Peninsula [poem, 13 July 1915]
[Editor: A poem from the First World War. Published in The Geraldton Guardian (Geraldton, WA), 13 July 1915.] How we landed on Gallipoli Peninsula. (By one of the Third Brigade.) Written at Gallipoli, May 28th, 1915. Do you hear what they say? We are getting … [Read more...] about How We Landed on Gallipoli Peninsula [poem, 13 July 1915]
The Men of Australia [poem, 22 June 1915]
[Editor: A poem with a patriotic theme; written during the First World War. Published in the North-Eastern Advertiser (Scottsdale, Tas.), 22 June 1915.] The Men of Australia. The men from the counter and workshop, The men from the hill and the plain, The men from the … [Read more...] about The Men of Australia [poem, 22 June 1915]
Treating the wounded: Doctor describes scenes: Chaplains lead charges [1 June 1915]
[Editor: A letter regarding the Dardanelles campaign, during the First World War. Published in The Argus (Melbourne, Vic.), 1 June 1915.] Treating the wounded. Doctor describes scenes. Chaplains lead charges. Sydney, Monday. — Dr. Colin Chisholm Ross, of Sydney, … [Read more...] about Treating the wounded: Doctor describes scenes: Chaplains lead charges [1 June 1915]
Big recruiting meeting: Speeches by Messrs Waddell and Hickey, Ms.L.A.: An enthusiastic reception [7 August 1915]
[Editor: This article was published in the Cowra Free Press, 7 August 1915 (during the First World War, 1914-1918).] Big recruiting meeting. Speeches by Messrs Waddell and Hickey, Ms.L.A. An enthusiastic reception The Centennial Hall was crowded to the doors on … [Read more...] about Big recruiting meeting: Speeches by Messrs Waddell and Hickey, Ms.L.A.: An enthusiastic reception [7 August 1915]
Thrilling story of pluck: Australasian soldiers’ heroism: Held position against overwhelming odds [8 June 1915]
[Editor: This article about an action in the Dardanelles campaign, during the First World War, was published in the Port Pirie Recorder, 8 June 1915.] Thrilling story of pluck. Australasian soldiers’ heroism. Held position against overwhelming odds. Cairo, … [Read more...] about Thrilling story of pluck: Australasian soldiers’ heroism: Held position against overwhelming odds [8 June 1915]
The casualties: Careers summarised [3 May 1915]
[Editor: This article gives some personal details of some of the Australian military casualties (killed and wounded) from the Gallipoli campaign (First World War). It was published in The Argus, 3 May 1915.] The casualties. Careers summarised. Lieut.-Colonel H. E. … [Read more...] about The casualties: Careers summarised [3 May 1915]
Anzac Day: Glory of Gallipoli: Governor-General’s Tribute [speech by Sir Ronald Munro Ferguson, 26 April 1917]
[Editor: This speech by Sir Ronald Munro Ferguson (Governor General of Australia), given during the First World War), was published in The Argus (Melbourne), 26 April 1917.] Anzac Day. Glory of Gallipoli. Governor-General’s Tribute. Brisbane, Wednesday. — Anzac Day … [Read more...] about Anzac Day: Glory of Gallipoli: Governor-General’s Tribute [speech by Sir Ronald Munro Ferguson, 26 April 1917]
“Digger yabber” described: The lingo the Aussie talks [9 March 1919]
[Editor: An article about the slang of Australian soldiers from World War One. Published in The Sunday Times (Perth, WA), 9 March 1919.] “Digger yabber” described The lingo the Aussie talks A glossary of the comprehensive kind (For “The Sunday Times,” by … [Read more...] about “Digger yabber” described: The lingo the Aussie talks [9 March 1919]
Anzac Day
Articles, letters, and poems regarding Anzac Day, the Anzacs, the Gallipoli landings, and the Dardanelles campaign. Heroes of the Dardanelles [6 June 1915] Extracts of letters from several Australian soldiers. Australians at work: Brisk battles fought: Heavy losses … [Read more...] about Anzac Day
Letter from Hell: Jim O’Hea on chats [6 November 1917]
[Editor: A letter from an Australian soldier, during the First World War. Published in The Forbes Advocate, 6 November 1917.] Letter from Hell Jim O’Hea on chats. Once again our friend Jim O’Hea writes us, this time from this address: Somewhere in Hell, But fine … [Read more...] about Letter from Hell: Jim O’Hea on chats [6 November 1917]
Aussie: The Australian Soldiers’ Magazine [World War One army publication]
Aussie: The Australian Soldiers’ Magazine was a magazine created and published on the Western Front, in France, during World War One. The first issue was published on 18 January 1918; the 13th and final issue was dated April 1919. However, after the war ended, the editor, Phillip … [Read more...] about Aussie: The Australian Soldiers’ Magazine [World War One army publication]
Reinforcements [poem, 18 July 1916]
[Editor: A poem by M. Forrest, written at the time of the First World War. Published in the West Gippsland Gazette, 18 July 1916.] Reinforcements. Big men from the Hawkesbury, and brown men from the bush, Clear-eyed men and great-armed men across the forest’s hush, And … [Read more...] about Reinforcements [poem, 18 July 1916]
The New Year’s Day massacre [the Battle of Broken Hill, 2 January 1915]
[Editor: A report on an incident known as the Battle of Broken Hill. Two Muslims, flying the Turkish flag on a cart, attacked a party of Australian picnickers outside of Broken Hill, on New Year’s Day 1915. This article was published on the following day in The Barrier Miner. The … [Read more...] about The New Year’s Day massacre [the Battle of Broken Hill, 2 January 1915]
War in Broken Hill [the Battle of Broken Hill, 1 January 1915]
[Editor: A report on an incident known as the Battle of Broken Hill. Two Muslims, flying the Turkish flag on a cart, attacked a party of Australian picnickers outside of Broken Hill, on New Year’s Day 1915. This article was published on the same day in The Barrier Miner. The … [Read more...] about War in Broken Hill [the Battle of Broken Hill, 1 January 1915]
Australia’s famous infantry [re. World War One, 13 July 1918]
[Editor: This article was published in The Capricornian, 13 July 1918.] Australia’s famous infantry. South Australia. The Australian war correspondent, Mr. C. E. W. Bean, writing from London on the 19th of March, says:— The first infantry battalion which was raised … [Read more...] about Australia’s famous infantry [re. World War One, 13 July 1918]
Somewhere in France [poem, 6 April 1917]
[Editor: A poem published in The Eltham and Whittlesea Shires Advertiser and Diamond Creek Valley Advocate, 6 April 1917.] Somewhere in France. (Composed by Private F. Mills). Somewhere in France, dear mother, Far away over the sea, Your soldier boy is fighting, To … [Read more...] about Somewhere in France [poem, 6 April 1917]
Freedom or slavery [6 April 1917]
[Editor: An article regarding World War One. Published in The Eltham and Whittlesea Shires Advertiser and Diamond Creek Valley Advocate, 6 April 1917.] Freedom or slavery. Only one more big “push” to victory, Australia! As lonely I sit dreaming, my heart and thoughts … [Read more...] about Freedom or slavery [6 April 1917]
Australian Expeditionary Forces: Recruits wanted [Army recruitment advertisement, World War One, 6 April 1917]
[Editor: A recruitment advertisement for the Australian Army, printed during World War One. Published in The Eltham and Whittlesea Shires Advertiser and Diamond Creek Valley Advocate (Evelyn, Vic.), 6 April 1917.] Australian Expeditionary Forces. Recruits Wanted. EVERY … [Read more...] about Australian Expeditionary Forces: Recruits wanted [Army recruitment advertisement, World War One, 6 April 1917]