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Collection relating to Chaplain Walter Ernest Dexter, WW1. Diaries detail voyage to Egypt aboard first convoy, practical and spiritual assistance to troops on Gallipoli and later the Western Front. Dexter shared the front line experiences of the AIF, and his diaries discuss in detail numerous battles, with comments on the ordeals endured by the men, and the role of Army Chaplains. Added to the collection in 2015 were the typed transcripts of Dexter's diaries, as compiled by his daughter.
Pair of voided 'LUMSDEN'S HORSE' shoulder titles. On the reverse of each title are two attachment lugs. Associated with the service of Walter Ernest Dexter. Dexter was born at Birkenhead, Cheshire i
1914-15 Star. Impressed on reverse with recipient's details. Walter Ernest Dexter was born at Birkenhead, Cheshire in England in August 1873. At the age of 14, he became a boy sailor on the barque '
Circular bronze medallion surmounted by the Queen's crown. The obverse shows Simpson and his donkey assisting a wounded man and the date '1915' above a laurel wreath and the word 'ANZAC'. The reverse
British War Medal 1914-20. Impressed around edge with recipient's details. Walter Ernest Dexter was born at Birkenhead, Cheshire in England in August 1873. At the age of 14, he became a boy sailor o
Dark blue rectangular collar patch with blue cotton braid and gilded brass Royal Naval Captain's button bearing a Tudor crowned anchor. Associated with the service of Walter Ernest Dexter. Dexter wa
Black horizontally aligned rectangular colour patch with white square in centre, for 1 Division Headquarters, with an embroidered yellow 'A' in the white square, denoting service on Gallipoli. This
Black horizontally aligned rectangular colour patch with white square in centre, for 1 Division Headquarters, with an embroidered yellow 'A' in the white square, denoting service on Gallipoli. This
Engraved sterling silver communion chalice. Chalice bears the 1909 hallmarks for William Devenport, Birmingham and the Lion passant for English 925 sterling. Walter Ernest Dexter was born at Birkenh
Engraved sterling silver communion flagon. Flagon bears the 1909 hallmarks for William Devenport, Birmingham and the Lion passant for English 925 sterling. Walter Ernest Dexter was born at Birkenhea
Engraved sterling silver communion paten. Paten bears the 1909 hallmarks for William Devenport, Birmingham and the Lion passant for English 925 sterling. Walter Ernest Dexter was born at Birkenhead,
Engraved sterling silver communion set in black leatherette covered wooden presentation case. The case is fitted with a hinged lid and single hinged brass clasp. The interior of the case is covered in
Black leatherette covered wooden presentation case. The case is fitted with a hinged lid and single hinged brass clasp. The interior of the case is covered in purple coloured satin and velvet with thr
Collection relating to the Second World War service of Major David Saint Alban Dexter, 2/2 Australian Commando Squadron. Vast collection of mixed papers relating to active service as a commando offic
Distinguished Conduct Medal (VRI). Chisel engraved around edge with recipient's details. Walter Ernest Dexter was born at Birkenhead, Cheshire in England in August 1873. At the age of 14, he became
Distinguished Service Order (Geo V). Unnamed as issued. Walter Ernest Dexter was born at Birkenhead, Cheshire in England in August 1873. At the age of 14, he became a boy sailor on the barque 'Bucki
Rectangular black painted tin footlocker with hinged lid. Painted in white on the top of the lid is 'Chaplain W. E. Dexter, 1st Anzac H.Q., A.I.F.' Inside the lid is a metal oval maker's label but the
Twig cross with a traverse arm attached by wool to a single upright. The bottom of the upright has been broken off and retained. This twig cross was collected by Chaplain Dexter at Gallipoli before
The badge, which appears to have been cut from a shoulder title such as 'RAMC', has a pair of attachment lugs brazed on at the top and bottom of the letter 'A's broader leg. The brass 'A' Gallipoli
Military Cross (Geo V). Unnamed as issued. Walter Ernest Dexter was born at Birkenhead, Cheshire in England in August 1873. At the age of 14, he became a boy sailor on the barque 'Buckingham', from
Queen's South Africa Medal with clasps 'CAPE COLONY', 'ORANGE FREE STATE' and 'JOHANNESBURG'. Medal engraved around edge with recipient's details. Walter Ernest Dexter was born at Birkenhead, Cheshi
Black wool shoulder strap bearing an oxidised king's crown with red velvet, indicating the rank of major and a curved 'AUSTRALIA' title. There is a buttonhole at the neck end to allow it to be attach
Two khaki cotton drill shoulder straps with black cloth lining. The straps bear an oxidised Imperial crown with red velvet and one oxidised rank star indicating the rank of lieutenant colonel and a cu
British Army khaki buckram slouch hat lined and brim bound with cotton grosgrain fabric. An oxidised brass Lumsden's Horse badge is pinned to the turned-up left brim. In the centre of the crown lining
British Army other ranks unlined khaki wool serge tunic. The tunic has a shaped back, pointed cuffs and a closed neck with fall collar. A khaki wool shoulder strap is secured to the right shoulder of
Victory Medal with Mentioned in Despatches oakleaf. Medal impressed around edge with recipient's details. Walter Ernest Dexter was born at Birkenhead, Cheshire in England in August 1873. At the age
AIF PAYBOOK AND BIBLE GIVEN TO DEXTER BY THE BRITISH AND FOREIGN BIBLE SOCIETY (VICTORIA) IN 1914. DEXTER USED THIS BIBLE THROUGHOUT WORLD WAR I
Collection relating to the service of Chaplain Ernest Northcroft Merrington, Gallipoli, 1915. Collection consists of typescript extracts from Merrington's diary, supplemented by comments added by Mer
Diaries with detailed entries describing sea voyage, training in Egypt and active service on Western Front. Comments vividly on fighting in numerous battles, the mud and freezing conditions during the
Collection relating to the First World War service of Lance Corporal Adrian Henry Edmonds (1061) who served on the Western Front. Collection consists of four diaries wrapped in a canvas satchel. The
Collection relating to the South African (Boer) War and First World War service of Senior Chaplain Frederick William Wray CMG, CBE, 2 Victorian Mounted Rifles and Australian Chaplains Department, Aust
Collection relating to the First World War service of 1094 Private George Henry Davies who served with D Company, 36 Battalion. Collection consists of a typed memoir titled "The Story of my Doings, T