The Australian War Memorial Collection. Test site
The Australian Comforts Fund (A.C.F.), formed in January 1940, and worked in conjunction with the Salvation Army, the Y.M.C.A. and the Y.W.C.A. Its 'comforts' ranged from hostels, clubs and canteens in Australian towns, Jerusalem, Alexandria and Singapore and elsewhere, Christmas hampers, embarkation kits, and film screenings. This poster is asking the public for donations of one shilling each week which buys stamps and collection cards. Once the card is complete, a 'Certificate of Adoption 'of a member of the fighting forces' can be acquired by the collector.
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The A.C.F., formed in January 1940, worked in conjunction with the Salvation Army, the Y.M.C.A. and the Y.W.C.A. Its 'comforts' ranged from hostels, clubs and canteens in Australian towns, Jerusalem,
The A.C.F., formed in January 1940, worked in conjunction with the Salvation Army, the Y.M.C.A. and the Y.W.C.A. Its 'comforts' ranged from hostels, clubs and canteens in Australian towns, Jerusalem,
Depicts two soldiers setting up sound and film equipment so that movies can be viewed by the soldiers. The A.C.F., formed in January 1940, worked in conjunction with the Salvation Army, the Y.M.C.A. a
Depicts sepia toned photographs of various services provided by the Australian Comforts Fund. In the top right corner, a hostel is shown where troops are given free beverages. In the bottom left corne
The Australian Comfort Fund (A.C.F) formed in January 1940, worked in conjunction with the Salvation Army, the Y.M.C.A. and the Y.W.C.A. Its 'comforts' ranged from hostels, clubs and canteens in Aust
Depicts three soldiers sitting outside of a tent that has been erected in muddy terrain. The boots of the soldiers are caked in mud. One of the soldiers appears to be repairing some bandaging around
