“Myths of Australia’s Vietnam War” with Professor Peter Edwards
The Vietnam War, Australia‚Äôs most controversial conflict of the twentieth century, gave rise to an extraordinary number of myths. Even 50 years later, many half-truths are asserted as if they were unchallengeable. This talk looks at some assertions about the military, strategic, political, and social aspects of Australia‚Äôs war that deserve to be challenged or […]
The impact of development of fundamentalist Islam on Aust/Indon relations
Royal United Services Institute of Victoria presents Greg Barton, Research Professor and Chair of Global Islamic Politics.¬† Greg Barton is one of Australia‚Äôs leading scholars of both modern Indonesia and of terrorism and countering violent extremism. For more than 25 years he has undertaken extensive research on Indonesia politics and society, especially of the role […]
“Monash & Chauvel” presentation by Professor Roland Perry
One of the misnomers of the Great War was that Australia was 'fighting above its weight.' In fact, Monash's 1st AIF was the biggest of 20 Allied Armies on the Western Front; Harry Chauvel's Desert Mounted Column in the Middle East was 75 per cent Anzac. If anything, Australia was the weight on the two […]
RUSIV Library open at Victoria Barracks
If you haven't been within the walls of Victoria Barracks in St Kilda Road Melbourne here is your chance.The RUSI Library in Victoria Barracks will be open to visitors as a one off. Monday 27th March between 2 and 4 pm. For security, a list of names of those attending is required and photo ID […]
The way of the ANZAC
In honour of ANZAC Day ‚Äì The Wise Angel Foundation¬†present: The Way of the ANZAC Exhibit and Show - Cocktail event (Black Tie) A unique event consisting of stories of our VC‚Äôs sprinkled with war using special soundtracks & lighting - Featuring The 'Men of Valour' Exhibition. Renowned speed artist Joe Zapp will be […]
RUSIV Lunchtime Address
David William ‚ÄòBill‚Äô Rogers became Chancellor of Monash University after a prestigious career in law and the gas and resources industry. He was born in Sydney and educated at Geelong College. He enlisted in the 2nd AIF in March 1944 and served as a signalman with the Allied Central Bureau in New Guinea as a […]
The Lost Diggers of Vignacourt…introducing Australia’s Valour
Your opportunity to be part of Australian History and support one of the most important not-for-profit organisations in our country - TPI Victoria Inc. 'The Lost Diggers of Vignacourt ‚Ķ introducing Australia‚Äôs Valour' promises to be both memorable and significant to you and will include a presentation on the finding of The Lost Diggers plates, […]
National Boer War Memorial Dedication Commemorative Dinner
Entertainment by the Australian Army BandCost: $85 per head (includes some wines, other drinks at bar prices) Dress: Winter Mess kit or Black Tie, Medals Seating capacity is limited, don‚Äôt delay, book now Convenor: Geoff Dare, email: gadare@tpg.com.au To reserve your seat please complete and return with your cheque payable to National Boer War Memorial […]
War Heritage Roadshow – Ballarat, Day 1
The Department of Premier and Cabinet - Veterans Branch and the Grimwade Centre for Cultural Materials Conservation are delivering a series of free workshops for the public across Victoria. The workshops will bring Australia's leading experts in preservation to you for a two-day line-up of free workshops and information sessions. Please book a free individual […]
War Heritage Roadshow – Melbourne, Day 1
The Department of Premier and Cabinet - Veterans Branch and the Grimwade Centre for Cultural Materials Conservation are delivering a series of free workshops for the public across Victoria. The workshops will bring Australia's leading experts in preservation to you for a two-day line-up of free workshops and information sessions. Please book a free individual […]
War Heritage Roadshow – Ballarat, Day 2
The Department of Premier and Cabinet - Veterans Branch and the Grimwade Centre for Cultural Materials Conservation are delivering a series of free workshops for the public across Victoria. The workshops will bring Australia's leading experts in preservation to you for a two-day line-up of free workshops and information sessions. Day 2 - Activity Day […]
“Pompey” Elliott Memorial Service at Burwood Cemetery
Anniversary of the death of Brig-Gen Harold ‘Pompey’ Elliott.Pompey's biographer, author/historian Ross McMullin will be the guest speaker. Entry is via the south-west corner, off Gilmour Street (Melway 60 H7).