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Fighting Mac Mckenzie & other ANZAC Chaplains of WW1
ANZAC Memorial - Hyde Park 126 Elizabeth St, Sydney, NSW, AustraliaThe legendary William McKenzie’s tireless work as a Salvation Army Chaplain among the Anzacs in World War I earned him the nickname 'Fighting Mac'. On the outbreak of war McKenzie applied for a chaplaincy immediately and joined the AIF, attached to the 4th Battalion. He was one of the first chaplains ashore at Gallipoli. He […]
Brad Manera presents The Defence of Rorke’s Drift
Online via ZoomHow much do you know about 'The Defence of Rorke’s Drift' – a vivid and evocative painting depicting one of the most famous battles of the Zulu War? Purchased by the Art Gallery of NSW in 1882, this dramatic artwork by Alphonse de Neuville is still prominently displayed in the Gallery’s South Building. Join […]
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Operation Kingfisher – Speaker Gary Followill
Online via ZoomThe cancelled rescue mission that sacrificed Sandakan POWs to the Death Marches. Wednesday 21 February 2024 7:00PM-8:00PM (Australian Eastern Daylight Time) The chain of events that led to the death of over 2,500 Prisoners of War – one of Australia’s worst wartime tragedies – the cancellation of the rescue mission Operation Kingfisher. Finally, the true […]
From Whiskers to Wings
The Shrine of Remembrance Birdwood Avenue, Melbourne, AustraliaLearn about the incredible animal mascots of the First World War in this webinar hosted by the Australian War Animal Memorial Organisation President and author of Anzac Mascots, Nigel Allsopp. From cats and dogs to birds and donkeys, many Australian units adopted animal mascots during the First World War to keep soldiers’ spirits high and […]
War Animal Last Post Service
The Shrine of Remembrance Birdwood Avenue, Melbourne, AustraliaTake part in a very special Last Post Service commemorating the invaluable contributions of animals in war. From transport, messengers, protectors, mascots and support animals to cherished pets, animals have played a vital role in every Australian conflict. A variety of service animals and their handlers will be in attendance to mark War Animal Day, […]
Royal United Services Institute of Victoria Lunchtime Address
ANZAC House 4, Collins St, MelbourneThe Army – Post Force Structure Review. Major General Jason Blain, DSC, AM, CSC Head, Land Systems , Capability Acquisition and Sustainment Group Topic: The Army – Post Force Structure Review. Major General Jason Blain was born in Mossman, north Queensland, and completed his schooling in Ingham. After attaining a Bachelor of Arts, he attended […]
Toys, Tales & Tenacity – Exhibition
The Shrine of Remembrance Birdwood Avenue, Melbourne, Australia11 August 2023 to July 2024 From cherished toy soldiers and adventure comics to immersive cadet training and captivating computer games, children have long engaged in war-like activities that ignite their imagination and spirit. Through these games, stories, and activities, they navigate a world that can often seem senseless, finding meaning and understanding within […]
Operation Oboe: Australian Amphibious Landings in Borneo, May-July 1945
ANZAC Memorial - Hyde Park 126 Elizabeth St, Sydney, NSW, AustraliaA Public Lecture by Major (retd) Paul Handel, RFD In May 1945 the Australian Army launched three major amphibious assaults in Borneo. The operations were collectively known as “Oboe” and comprised the individual landings on Tarakan, Brunei and Balikpapan. These operations were considered to be the most efficient and well planned conducted by the Australian […]
Presentation on Women in War mural, Violet Town – Dr Kirsty Harris
Community Complex 35 Cowslip St, Violet Town, Victoria, AustraliaTo commemorate International Women’s Day, one of Australia’s leading women-in-war historians, Dr Kirsty Harris, will give a presentation on the history behind Violet Town’s new impressive Women in War mural. The talk will occur from 11.30 am on Saturday, March 2 at the Community Complex in Cowslip St, Violet Town. Morning tea will be served […]
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Commemoration of the Centenary of the Visit of the British Special Service Squadron to Melbourne 1924.
The Shrine of Remembrance Birdwood Avenue, Melbourne, AustraliaIn March 1924 a fleet of Royal Navy ships visited Australia as part of a world-wide goodwill cruise. British Fleet met by Couta boats from the Queenscliff Fishing Fleet as it enters Port Phillip Heads at dawn during the visit to Australia. The largest and fastest battleship in the world (HMS Hood) was accompanied […]
Toys, Tales & Tenacity – Exhibition
The Shrine of Remembrance Birdwood Avenue, Melbourne, Australia11 August 2023 to July 2024 From cherished toy soldiers and adventure comics to immersive cadet training and captivating computer games, children have long engaged in war-like activities that ignite their imagination and spirit. Through these games, stories, and activities, they navigate a world that can often seem senseless, finding meaning and understanding within […]
Beyond the ‘Kantai Kessen’ – Japan’s Fateful Defeat in the Southwest Pacific
ANZAC Memorial - Hyde Park 126 Elizabeth St, Sydney, NSW, AustraliaIn the ‘Kantai Kessen’ (decisive naval battle doctrine) the Japanese navy would win a war by fighting and winning a single, decisive naval action. At the beginning of May 1942 Japan prepared to commence a fresh wave of offensive actions in the Southwest Pacific with the ultimate aims of strategically isolating Australia and America while […]
