The Australian War Memorial Collection. Test site
Narrative memoirs of Squadron Leader Haberecht's experiences during W2 while attached to the RAF and responsible for mail communications in campaigns in North Africa, Middle East, France and Italy.
Ten gram packet of Bouillon Powder taken from the U.S. Army field ration K supper unit. The packet has been pressure sealed and the ends have been ridged for ease of tearing open. Printed on the front
One packet of Chesterfield Cigarettes from a U.S. Army field ration K supper unit. The cigarettes are still in their original box with it's cellophane wrap. The packet has an outer tan coloured cover
One packet of Dentyne chewing gum from a U.S. Army field ration K supper unit. The gum is wrapped in waxed paper and a tan paper wrapper. The wrapper has a tab inserted into the paper join for easy op
Light brown lightweight plain weave cotton dust coat. The coat has long raglan sleeves, two large patch pockets, with vertical opening on each side, a centre back vent and self fabric belt with white
Nine Economy Red Indelible Refills. The refills are still in their original cylindrical wooden container. The label which doubles as the seal is unbroken. The label has a brown stripe running down eac
1 pair of summer dress uniform epaulettes. The epaulettes are made up of shoulder straps and a tongue sewn underneath each strap. The straps and tongues both have a button hole with sewn edges for att
Brown box containing one brown envelope with a pair of plastic anti-gas eye shields inside. The outside of the box has a rectangular white label affixed to the front. Printed on the label in black is
Reel of khaki coloured cotton with a blue paper label wrapped around the outside. The cotton has been wound onto the cardboard spool. The blue label has 'FIL A. COUDRE / 400 YDS.' printed onto it in r
Two metal identity discs, one round and one hexagonal attached to a metal chain. Engraved on the obverse of each tag is 'P.A.C. / HABERECHT / R.A.A.F. / C OF E.' On the reverse of each disc is engrave
Three individual sugar cubes wrapped in brown paper. Printed on the top side of the wrapping is 'JACK FROST / TABLET SUGAR / NATIONAL SUGAR / REFINING COMPANY / NEW YORK N.Y.' in black ink. On one sid
One Piastre coin. The obverse of the coin has raised arabic writing top and bottom with a raised number '1' in the centre. On the reverse of the coin in raised characters is 'LIBAN / 1 / PIASTRE'. A
Tan suede mosquito boots with stitched leather soles. On the base of each sole has been stamped 'BROAD ARROW 8' in the arch and 'IX' near the instep. The upper is made up of three parts, these being t
Packet of K-1 Biscuits (Energy Crackers) from a U.S. Army field ration K supper unit. There are 4 biscuits stacked one on top of the other and are still in their original cellophane wrapping. The midd
Wooden handled personal stamp. The handle is made of wood which has been painted black and has been shaped for a comfortable grip during use. It is attached to the body of the stamp which is also wood
RAAF blue wool barathea forage cap with oxidised copper officer's eagle and crown cap badge on the left side. The front flap is fastened with two brass eagle and crown buttons. The black coating that
Officer's unlined khaki cotton drill summer service dress tunic with a pair of pleated breast patch pockets and a pair of expanding patch waist pockets. The pockets have flaps secured by black plastic
Khaki cotton drill flying trousers with five button fly, two button waist fastening, slash pockets in each side seam, and a single rear welt pocket with a button fastening. Self fabric half belt strap
The box is made of brown cardboard with 'U.S. ARMY FIELD RATION K / SUPPER UNIT / OPEN INNER BAG CAREFULLY. IT MAY BE USED AS A WATERPROOF CON- / TAINER FOR MATCHES, CIGARETTES, ETC. / FOR SECURITY, D
U.S. Army chocolate bar wrapped in brown paper, taken from a U.S Army Field Ration 'D' box. The paper wrapping has 'U.S. ARMY FIELD RATION D / 2 OUNCES NET / PREPARED BY / ROCKWOOD & CO. / BROOKLYN, N
Warrant Officer rank arm band. The arm band is made from a rectangular piece of khaki coloured cotton drill with two elastic straps which have been sewn to the top and bottom of the cloth to form the
1 pair of summer dress uniform epaulettes. The epaulettes are made up of shoulder straps and a tongue sewn underneath each strap. The straps and tongues both have a button hole with sewn edges for att
Wooden handled personal stamp. The handle is made of wood which has been painted black and has been shaped for a comfortable grip during use. It is attached to the body of the stamp which is also wood
Ten gram packet of Bouillon Powder taken from the U.S. Army field ration K supper unit. The packet has been pressure sealed and the ends have been ridged for ease of tearing open. Printed on the front
One Piastre coin. The obverse of the coin has raised arabic writing top and bottom with a raised number '1' in the centre. On the reverse of the coin in raised characters is 'LIBAN / 1 / PIASTRE'. A
U.S. Army chocolate bar wrapped in brown paper, taken from a U.S Army Field Ration 'D' box. The paper wrapping has 'U.S. ARMY FIELD RATION D / 2 OUNCES NET / PREPARED BY / ROCKWOOD & CO. / BROOKLYN, N
RAAF blue wool barathea forage cap with oxidised copper officer's eagle and crown cap badge on the left side. The front flap is fastened with two brass eagle and crown buttons. The black coating that