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Papers of Maude Elizabeth Edmondson relating to the life and Second World War service of NX15705 Corporal John Hurst "Jack" Edmondson, 2/17 Battalion, Australia and Libya, 1916-1956.
Collection comprises the papers of Maude Elizabeth Edmondson relating to the life and military service of her son, Corporal Edmondson. Corporal Edmondson was the first Australian to be awarded the Victoria Cross in Second World War for his part in a counter-attack against enemy troops at Tobruk, Libya in April 1941. Corporal Edmondson died of wounds that he sustained in the attack. Collection includes: four diaries kept by Mrs Edmondson from 1940 to 1950 and extracts of her son's school work; letters of condolence, correspondence with various clubs, societies and men who served with Corporal Edmondson including Lance Corporal Athol Dalziel; booklets and leaflets of commemorative services and accompanying manuscripts of addresses; and a scrapbook of newspaper clippings.
Collection also includes an original handwritten letter sent from Mrs Edmondson to Mrs Lillian Baggott, thanking her for a photograph of her son's grave at Tobruk War Cemetery; this letter was added to the collection in November 2014. It is believed the photograph was taken by Mrs Baggott's husband, Sergeant Leo Baggott, while serving with the Australian Army in North Africa.
1939-45 Star. Unnamed as issued. NX15705 Corporal John Hurst Edmondson was born in Wagga Wagga, NSW on 8 October 1914. The only child of Joseph William and Maud Elizabeth Edmondson, John was educate
Africa Star. Unnamed as issued. NX15705 Corporal John Hurst Edmondson was born in Wagga Wagga, NSW on 8 October 1914. The only child of Joseph William and Maud Elizabeth Edmondson, John was educated
Australia Service Medal. Impressed around edge with recipient's details. NX15705 Corporal John Hurst Edmondson was born in Wagga Wagga, NSW on 8 October 1914. The only child of Joseph William and Ma
British War Medal 1939-45. Impressed around edge with recipient's details. NX15705 Corporal John Hurst Edmondson was born in Wagga Wagga, NSW on 8 October 1914. The only child of Joseph William and
Papers of Maude Elizabeth Edmondson relating to the life and Second World War service of NX15705 Corporal John Hurst "Jack" Edmondson, 2/17 Battalion, Australia and Libya, 1916-1956. Wallet 2 of 4 co
Papers of Maude Elizabeth Edmondson relating to the life and Second World War service of NX15705 Corporal John Hurst "Jack" Edmondson, 2/17 Battalion, Australia and Libya, 1916-1956. Wallet 1 of 4 co
Papers of Maude Elizabeth Edmondson relating to the life and Second World War service of NX15705 Corporal John Hurst "Jack" Edmondson, 2/17 Battalion, Australia and Libya, 1916-1956. Wallet 3 of 4 co
Papers of Maude Elizabeth Edmondson relating to the life and Second World War service of NX15705 Corporal John Hurst "Jack" Edmondson, 2/17 Battalion, Australia and Libya, 1916-1956. Wallet 2 of 4 co
Papers of Maude Elizabeth Edmondson relating to the life and Second World War service of NX15705 Corporal John Hurst "Jack" Edmondson, 2/17 Battalion, Australia and Libya, 1916-1956. Wallet 1 of 4 co
Papers of Maude Elizabeth Edmondson relating to the life and Second World War service of NX15705 Corporal John Hurst "Jack" Edmondson, 2/17 Battalion, Australia and Libya, 1916-1956. Wallet 3 of 4 co
Papers of Maude Elizabeth Edmondson relating to the life and Second World War service of NX15705 Corporal John Hurst "Jack" Edmondson, 2/17 Battalion, Australia and Libya, 1916-1956. Wallet 1 of 4 co
Papers of Maude Elizabeth Edmondson relating to the life and Second World War service of NX15705 Corporal John Hurst "Jack" Edmondson, 2/17 Battalion, Australia and Libya, 1916-1956. Wallet 3 of 4 co
Papers of Maude Elizabeth Edmondson relating to the life and Second World War service of NX15705 Corporal John Hurst "Jack" Edmondson, 2/17 Battalion, Australia and Libya, 1916-1956. Wallet 1 of 4 co
Papers of Maude Elizabeth Edmondson relating to the life and Second World War service of NX15705 Corporal John Hurst "Jack" Edmondson, 2/17 Battalion, Australia and Libya, 1916-1956. Wallet 3 of 4 co
A typed manuscript entitled "Hero in the mould of other days: Corporal John Hurst Edmondson VC", written by Kenneth R Peacock. Includes a transcription of the diary of Edmondson's mother Maude Elizab
Papers of Maude Elizabeth Edmondson relating to the life and Second World War service of NX15705 Corporal John Hurst "Jack" Edmondson, 2/17 Battalion, Australia and Libya, 1916-1956. This collection
MR AND MRS J.W. EDMONDSON AT ADMIRALTY HOUSE, SYDNEY. THEIR SON CORPORAL JACK H. EDMONDSON WAS AWARDED THE FIRST VICTORIA CROSS IN THE 2ND AIF, TOBRUK, LIBYA, 13 April 1941. THE OCCASION WAS THE PRESE
Rectangular ammunition box of welded and pressed steel construction. The box is finished in original wartime dark green paint, with red oxide primer showing through in some areas. The lid is impressed
Victoria Cross. Engraved reverse suspender with recipient's details and reverse cross with date of award. NX15705 Corporal John Hurst Edmondson was born at Wagga Wagga, NSW on 8 October 1914. The on
Papers of Maude Elizabeth Edmondson relating to the life and Second World War service of NX15705 Corporal John Hurst "Jack" Edmondson, 2/17 Battalion, Australia and Libya, 1916-1956. This collection
Papers of Maude Elizabeth Edmondson relating to the life and Second World War service of NX15705 Corporal John Hurst "Jack" Edmondson, 2/17 Battalion, Australia and Libya, 1916-1956. This collection
Papers of Maude Elizabeth Edmondson relating to the life and Second World War service of NX15705 Corporal John Hurst "Jack" Edmondson, 2/17 Battalion, Australia and Libya, 1916-1956. This collection
Papers of Maude Elizabeth Edmondson relating to the life and Second World War service of NX15705 Corporal John Hurst "Jack" Edmondson, 2/17 Battalion, Australia and Libya, 1916-1956. This collection
Papers of Maude Elizabeth Edmondson relating to the life and Second World War service of NX15705 Corporal John Hurst "Jack" Edmondson, 2/17 Battalion, Australia and Libya, 1916-1956. This collection
Papers of Maude Elizabeth Edmondson relating to the life and Second World War service of NX15705 Corporal John Hurst "Jack" Edmondson, 2/17 Battalion, Australia and Libya, 1916-1956. Wallet 2 of 4 co
Papers of Maude Elizabeth Edmondson relating to the life and Second World War service of NX15705 Corporal John Hurst "Jack" Edmondson, 2/17 Battalion, Australia and Libya, 1916-1956. Wallet 1 of 4 co
Collection relating to the life and Second World War service of NX15705 Corporal John Hurst "Jack" Edmondson, 2/17 Australian Infantry Battalion, Australia, 1940-1967. Wallet 1 of 1 - Collection cont
Papers of Maude Elizabeth Edmondson relating to the life and Second World War service of NX15705 Corporal John Hurst "Jack" Edmondson, 2/17 Battalion, Australia and Libya, 1916-1956. Wallet 1 of 4 co