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Rosenberg, Gerald (VX50896, Private, 85 Australian Light Aid Detachment)
Manuscript
Maker: Rosenberg, Gerald
"A war diary, Prisoner of War" by Gerald Rosenberg (VX50896, Private, 85 Australian Light Aid Detachment). Diary starts December 1940 and ends May 1944. Stationed in Singapore and captured by the Japa...MSS1737
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Ross, Charles Thomas (Signaller, 59 Battalion, AIF)
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Maker: Ross, Charles Thomas
UNPUBLISHED TYPESCRIPT ENTITLED "FADED GLORY" ENTERED INTO THE RSSILA CENTENARY WAR NOVEL COMPETITION. BASED ON THE EXPERIENCES OF THE AUTHOR, THIS GRAPHIC ACCOUNT DETAILS THE EXPERIENCES OF AUSTRALIA...MSS1368
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Ross , Dr Andrew Taylor
Manuscript
Thesis "The Arming of Australia : the politics and administration of Australia's self containment strategy for munitions supply 1901 to 1945". Examines the application of the policy and whether it suc...MSS1165
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Round, George Edward Guy (Captain, 13 Auxiliary Pioneer Battalion (Indian), British Army b: 1895)
Manuscript
Maker: Round, George Edward Guy
UNPUBLISHED TYPESCRIPT ENTITLED "THE ROAD FROM SINGAPORE", AN AUTOBIOGRAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF THE FALL OF SINGAPORE AND LIFE IN PRISONER OF WAR CAMPS AT CHANGI AND JINSEN AND KEIJO (SEOUL) IN KOREA FROM 1...MSS1370
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Rover Scouts, Changi POW Camp
Manuscript
Maker: Various
Collection consists of copies of the Proceedings of the Court of Honour minute book and Troop Meeting Record Book detailing the activities of the Rover Scout troops in Changi POW camp, 1943-1945, beli...MSS1398
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Rowe, Bert (Civilian)
Manuscript
Maker: Rowe, Bert
Retrospective account describing the evacuation of the European residents of Salamaua following the first Japanese air raid on the town in January 1942. This involved water transport by motor launch a...MSS1591
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5 RT RADSCL, National Service Training, Ballarat, 1952-1953, Memories
Manuscript
Maker: Mills, Wesley Sydney
A manuscript compiling details and recollections of members of 5 RT Radio School, RAAF, Ballarat, on their experiences in National Service Training at the school from 15th September 1952 to the 14th o...MSS1866
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Rufus, Elton Leslie (S3484, Able Seaman, Royal Australian Navy)
Manuscript
Maker: Rufus, Elton Leslie
A manuscript titled "The Volunteer Service of Elton Leslie Rufus, 1939-1946" by S3484 Able Seaman Elton Leslie Rufus describing his experiences in the Royal Australian Navy during the Second World War...MSS1887
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Rule, Edgar John (Major, MC, MM, 14 Battalion, AIF b: 1886)
Manuscript
Maker: Rule, Edgar John
ORIGINAL MANUSCRIPT, ANNOTATED TYPESCRIPT DRAFT, INTRODUCTORY NOTES WRITTEN BY JOHN MASEFIELD AND SUNDRY DRAFTS RELATED TO THE WRITING OF "JACKA'S MOB". THE WORK DETAILS 14TH BATTALION ACTIVITIES ON G...MSS1380
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Rumbold, John Derek (408704, Flight Lieutenant, 79 Squadron)
Manuscript
Maker: Rumbold, John Derek
"Derek's Memoirs of the War Years" by Flight Lieutenant John Derek Rumbold. Manuscript detailing his training in Australia before being posted with the 76 Squadron. He was sent to New Guinea and spent...MSS1837
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Russell, Duncan McFarlane (Captain, b.1900 - d.1978)
Manuscript
Maker: Russell, Duncan McFarlane
Manuscript titled "Crete : May-June 1941", based on author's experiences on Crete with elements of the 19th Infantry Brigade. The manuscript describes aerial attack, paratroopers, retreat and evacuati...MSS0745
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Ryan, James Cue
Manuscript
Maker: Kemp, Peter
"The Boer War and World War I: James Cue Ryan" compiled by Peter Kemp. A member of the 4th Light Horse Regiment served in the Boer War and then in Egypt, Gallipoli and Palestine as part of the First W...MSS1743
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Ryan, Peter Henry
Manuscript
Maker: Ryan, Peter Henry
Thesis: "The history, design and manufacture of Gold and silver embroidered badges of rank and badges of trade and proficieny worn by the Australian Colonial Armies and Navies 1890-1901 and the Austra...MSS1639
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Ryder , MW
Manuscript
"Discretion the better part". Short story about an episode on a Flanders Battlefield involving treason, capture, escape etc. The soldier atones for unwittingly revealing military secrets to the enemy.MSS1198
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Rydon, Harold Edwin (Lieutenant, b.1890 - d.1970)
Manuscript
Maker: Rydon, Harold Edwin
Memoir of the experiences of No 942 Lance Corporal (later Lieutenant) Harold Edwin Rydon of the 9 Battalion, 3rd Infantry Brigade, AIF. Based on Rydon's personal war time diary. Includes some brief fa...MSS1073
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Rylands, Christopher (Captain), 1912 -
Manuscript
Maker: Rylands, Christopher
A "record" of the battalion compiled from notebooks/memories of numerous members. Covers formation in England, service in Syrian Campaign, account of Corporal Gordon's actions for which he was awarded...MSS0707
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Sadler, Stanley (Lance Corporal b: 1917, d: 1993)
Manuscript
Maker: Sadler, Stanley
Manuscript compiled from the writings of Stanley Sadler. Describes service of Stanley and brother Charles, including enlistment and training in Australia, with 2/2 Independent Company, No.8 Section, C...MSS1565
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Sagar, J Anthony, Royal Navy
Manuscript
Maker: Sagar, J Anthony
Poem titled `The Digger's lament', written by a British sailor on departing Australia in 1945. Discusses the author's affection for Sydney and its people.MSS0727
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Salmon , Captain JR
Manuscript
Photocopy of Captain JR Salmon's report "Some observations on field artillery in Korea". Original is held on Department of Army Classified Correspondence files multiple number series 1945 to 1957 at A...MSS1146
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SANDERSON , Wayne A
Manuscript
Thesis "The Australian Council of Churches : some social and political attitudes 1960-1968". Examines the growth of the council and the social and political implications. This is discussed in relation...MSS0991
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Sandilands, Cliveden Edward
Manuscript
Maker: Sandilands, Cliveden Edward
"Burnt rice and bamboo". Memoir of prisoner of war (POW) life based on notes made by Mr Cliveden Edward Sandilands who was a POW of the Japanese in Timor, Java, Singapore and Sumatra. He describes his...MSS1039
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Sattler , Max Mr b. 1930
Manuscript
Articles written for the newspaper about Australia's involvement in Lae during WW2. 1. "At Peace in Lae". 2. "A flooded river frustrated Blamey's plans". 3. "Nadzab Airport is a silent reminder". 4. S...MSS1026
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Saunders, Dr Malcolm James
Manuscript
Maker: Saunders, M J
Dr Malcolm James Saunders wrote his thesis 'The Vietnam Moratorium Movement in Australia 1969-73" while studying for a Doctor of Philosophy at Flinders University in 1977. He drew upon Vietnam Morato...MSS0842
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SCALES , Paul
Manuscript
Thesis "Pacificism in Australia 1912 to 1918". An examination of pacifist organisations and the movement as a whole in the years directly proceeding the 1914-918 war and during the war years. Chapters...MSS1114
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Scott, A. J. M. (Sergeant) 1922-
Manuscript
Maker: Scott, A J M
Retrospective account, titled `A radar mechanic's war' including extracts from 1943-44 diary, describes experiences as a RAAF radar mechanic. Mentions duties at R.D.F. Station at Dunk Island; No 2 Rad...MSS1585
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Scott, Arthur James (NX113290, Sergeant, Australian New Guinea Administrative Unit )
Manuscript
Maker: Scott, Arthur James
An autobiographical memoir of Arthur James Scott about his life growing up and his time in New Guinea during World War II. The memoir includes some original and some scanned photographs of Port Moresb...MSS1822
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Scott, John Charles Hopewell (Flying Officer)
Manuscript
Maker: Scott, John Charles Hopewell
Recollection of Army and RAAF service 1941-1945, principally as a fighter pilot in Kittyhawks and Spitfires. Discusses bombing and strafing missions, training, equipment and aircraft, attitude to war,...MSS1510
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Selby, Colin J (Sapper : b. 1920 - d. 2008)
Manuscript
Maker: Selby, Colin J
Manuscript titled `The End of '42', describing the author's experiences during the Sanananda campaign. Describes air raids at Port Moresby; action against the Japanese at Kokoda, Wairopi, Popondetta, ...MSS0740
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Selby, Tom (Lieutenant-Colonel)
Manuscript
Maker: Selby, Clive Herbert 'Tom'
Manuscript titled `A Doctor leaves port', recalling experiences as a medical officer with the 6th Division at Bardia and Tobruk, Greece and Crete, and later in New Guinea. Also covers training in Ceyl...MSS1416
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Seminar papers by Pamela Statham
Manuscript
Maker: Drew, Pamela Statham
Papers titled "Ins and Outs: The Composition and Disposal of the NSW Corps 1790-1810", "Of Officers and Men in NSW 1788-1800", "Grabbing the Goodies: The Process of Privatisation in NSW to 1810".MSS1773
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Senior, George Lloyd Thomas (Sergeant, b.1918 - d.?)
Manuscript
Maker: Senior, George Lloyd Thomas
A photocopied 128 page typed account written by VX50707 Sergeant (Sgt) George Lloyd Thomas Senior describing his service with B Squadron, 9 Division Cavalry Regiment in the Middle East during the Seco...MSS2190
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Senior Leadership in the Indian Armed Forces, 1947 to 1990
Manuscript
Maker: Rajah-Clarke, Asha
PhD thesis examining the influence of senior military leadership and the quality of that leadership in Independent India.MSS1762
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Senior, Rex Clifton (Flight Lieutenant, b.1920 - d.2015)
Manuscript
Maker: Senior, Rex Clifton
Collection relating to the Second World War service of 407010 Flight Lieutenant Rex Clifton Senior. The collection consists of a 94 page typed memoir written by F/Lt Senior titled "My Air Force Histor...MSS2112
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Service oddities
Manuscript
Maker: Peacock, Robert Knox
Hard bound manuscript containing a number of typed notes written by R. K. Peacock. Many of the notes are accompanied by newspaper articles on the same subject, some of which were also written by Peaco...MSS1992
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Shadow Over the Desert: The Australian Light Horse, Lawrence of Arabia and the Fall of Damascus, 1 October 1918
Manuscript
Maker: Coleman, Lachlan
34 page manuscript. The manuscript examines the debate regarding the surrender of Damascus on October 1st 1918. The manuscript examines official records relating to the fall of Damascus as well as the...MSS2083
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Shapcott, Harold Sutton (Private, 42 Battalion and 41 Battalion, AIF)
Manuscript
Maker: Shapcott, Harold Sutton
UNPUBLISHED TYPESCRIPT ENTITLED "WAR BABIES" ENTERED INTO THE RSSILA CENTENARY WAR NOVEL COMPETITION. INCLUDES ACCOUNTS OF ACTION AT WARNETON, ZONNEBEKE, HAMEL, ON THE SOMME IN AUGUST 1918 AND DURING ...MSS1369
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Sharp, Bert Marvin
Manuscript
Maker: Sharp, Bert Marvin
Thesis "`Bring the boys home': demobilization of the United States armed forces after World War 2". PhD, Michigan State University, 1977.MSS0938
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Sherriff, William George (Sergeant, b.1927 - d.2009)
Manuscript
Maker: Sherriff, William George
Recollections of experiences as a photographer with War Graves and War Crimes Units post-Second World War, and with the British Commonwealth Occupation Force (BCOF) in Japan. Includes photocopies of u...MSS1564
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Shirreff, F Donald
Manuscript
Maker: Shirreff, F Donald
`Further thoughts on Special Signals in World War 2'. Short article discussing the breaking of the German Enigma code by British Intelligence. Contains background information on the deciphering of man...MSS1211
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Shoesmith, William (No. 3 Squadron, RAAF)
Manuscript
Maker: Shoesmith, William Alwyn (Bill)
MANUSCRIPT TITLED "NOW, DID I EVER TELL YOU ABOUT - MEMOIRS OF MY SERVICE", COVERS ENLISTMENT AND SERVICE OVERSEAS WITH NO 3 SQN, PRINCIPALLY AS CANTEEN ORDERLY. CONTAINS MUCH DESCRIPTIVE MATERIAL OF ...MSS1336
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Short Histories of the 116th and 2/3rd Light Anti-aircraft Regiments
Manuscript
Maker: Sharp, J L
Two Short Histories of the 116th and 2/3rd Light Anti-aircraft Regiments produced for an intended museum to be built by the Australian American Catalina Foundation located in Perth, WA. The histories ...MSS1845
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Short , Leslie
Manuscript
"An account of the war as it affected LA Short". Personal account of Lieutenant Short's First World war experiences while serving with the 1st Birmingham Battalion and later with the Royal Flying Corp...MSS1054
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Shute, Norman (Sergeant)
Manuscript
Maker: Shute, Norman
Manuscript details Shute's escape from a POW work camp at Mahr Trubau in 1945 with an American girl. Covers journey to Prague through retreating German and advancing Russian lines, linking with Americ...MSS0685
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104 Signals Squadron
Manuscript
Booklet prepared by members and ex-members for presentation at the 1988 Vietnam Reunion in Brisbane. The booklet contains a mixture of Vietnam recollections 1967-1968, signal corps history, poem, and ...MSS1223
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Sillcock , Mr Ken
Manuscript
Poem written by Ken Sillcock which discusses the missions of 460 Squadron 1939-1945. Mentions `G' for George, `E2', operations over Cologne, the Ruhr and Merseburg.MSS1064
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Silver, Lynette
Manuscript
Maker: Silver, Lynette
Manuscript titled "Special Operations Australia and the Fraser Island Commando School", written as part of the heritage study of Fraser Island. Discusses the establishment and functions of special ope...MSS1540
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Sime, Durward MBE MC (Major b.1911 - d.1994)
Manuscript
Maker: Sime, Durward
Recollections of Major Sime. Describes evacuation of plantation in South Jahore, Malaya, as Japanese invasion loomed. Mentions work as Intelligence Officer for AIF, joining Singapore Volunteer Corps, ...MSS1563
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Simpson, Lorraine Joseph "Laurie", (Wing Commander, b.1918)
Manuscript
Maker: Simpson, Lorraine Joseph "Laurie"
Typed and illustrated manuscript, written in November 1984 by Mr Andrew R.B. Simpson as an article for "Flypast" aviation magazine, titled: "Flying with 460 Squadron RAAF". The article is mainly about...MSS1632
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Simpson , Norman B (Sergeant, b:1924)
Manuscript
Maker: Simpson, Nellie
Memoir of Norman Simpson's enlistment and service in New Guinea, Korea, Sabah, Malaysia and South Vietnam. He served with 2/28 Infantry Battalion and the Royal Australian Regiment (2nd and 3rd Battali...MSS1161
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Sinai - Palestine Gallery
Manuscript
Maker: Lobach, Jacqui
Compilation of four papers: Battle of Beersheba, Social Composition of the Light Horse, V.D. in the Light Horse, an Response to Ian Jones. Paper 1 "Battle of Beersheba" examines the battle of Beersheb...MSS2062
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SINGH , Peter Karam
Manuscript
Thesis "The treatment of aliens in Australia 1939-1941". Investigates the administration of the 60 000 aliens present in Australia between 1939 and 1941. Concentrates on the social and political effec...MSS0987
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Sivyer, Graham
Manuscript
Maker: Sivyer, Graham
Detailed account of the formation and service of 75 Squadron Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) in March 1942 especially the air war over Port Moresby. Covers almost daily account of operations against...MSS1282
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Six Days to Live: American servicemen in Australia on Rest and Recreation leave during the Vietnam War
Manuscript
Maker: Oldmeadow, Lila
Honours thesis examining and assessing the Australian reaction to the Rest and Recreation (R&R) scheme for American soldiers serving in the Vietnam War, the experience of the servicemen themselves, an...MSS1818
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Skennerton, Ian D
Manuscript
Maker: Skennerton, Ian D
Manuscript titled "Australian Service Longarms", a brief history of military longarms in Australia. Covers pre and post Federation periods, with technical and historical detail for each weapon. Some p...MSS0724
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Skirmish at Vredefort
Manuscript
Maker: Retief, Johannes
Collection consists of an 24 page article with attachments titled "Skirmish at Vredefort: a dispute over five wagon-loads of flour" by Dr. Johannes J. Retief, about the skirmish between Boer soldiers ...MSS2234
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SKUDDER , Susan M
Manuscript
Thesis "Bringing it Home : New Zealand responses to the Spanish Civil War 1936 to 1939". Discussion of New Zealand's attitudes to and involvement in the Spanish Civil War, 1936 to 1939. Examines the g...MSS1152
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Slater, Anne
Manuscript
Maker: Slater, Anne
Account of experiences of a civilian evacuee from Malaya to Australia via Java in January 1942, particularly an incident at Sourabaya aerodrome. Her husband enlisted with the Federated Malay States Vo...MSS1281
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Smith, Alan (Apprentice Ship's Officer, Australian Merchant Navy)
Manuscript
Maker: Smith, Alan
TITLED "F W E", MANUSCRIPT DESCRIBES LOADING OF AMMUNITION, WEAPONS AND BEER ON BOARD SS RIVER BURDEKIN IN JULY 1945 IN MELBOURNE AND SYDNEY. DESTINATION IS TORONINA ON BOUGAINVILLE, WHERE IN AUGUST, ...MSS1321
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Smith, Brenton Hoyt
Manuscript
Maker: Smith, Brenton Hoyt
Thesis "The collapse of France in World War Two and the Armistice Conventions of 1940". PhD, University of Michigan, 1959.MSS0947
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Smith, David Maxwell Harding (Lance corporal, b: 1897, d: 1960)
Manuscript
Maker: Smith, David Maxwell Harding
The First World War diary of David Maxwell Harding Smith. This manuscript is a direct transcription of Lance Corporal Smith's 5 diaries. It gives a very detailed account of his service with the 7th Fi...MSS1212
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Smith, Dayle Kerry
Manuscript
Maker: Smith, Dayle Kerry
PhD thesis titled 'By What Authority', examining war crimes trials in Japan, in particular that of former Japanese premier Koki Hirota. Also examines General Macarthur's use of power through the Inter...MSS1474
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Smith, Dayle Kerry
Manuscript
Maker: Smith, Dayle Kerry
Thesis submitted for PhD: "The Tokyo war crimes trial: USA & O'rs v Koki Hirota & O'rs", examining the historical setting in which Koki Hirota held the offices of Japanese Foreign Minister and Premier...MSS1241
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Smith, James Victor (Warrant Officer, b: 1918)
Manuscript
Maker: Smith, James Victor
Original handwritten account (last page is missing) and later typed transcript of the successful bombing raid on Truk by Catalina A24-14, 20 Squadron on 15 January 1942. Also describes events leading ...MSS1243
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SMITH , Lindsay
Manuscript
Thesis "Australian Malayan relations 1947 - 1957". Examines Australia's reactions to events in Malaya; Malaya's impact on Australia and Australia's impact on Malaya. NB Malaya does not include Singapo...MSS1005
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Smith , Mr Dayle Kerry
Manuscript
Thesis "The General Treaty for the renunciation of war: its genesis and perceived effects up to 1 September 1939". Examines the circumstances which gave rise to the General Treaty which was signed in ...MSS1127
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Smith, Wilfred Mathew MM (Corporal, b.1921 - d.2009)
Manuscript
Maker: Smith, Wilfred Mathew
Collection relating to the Second World War service of NX5059 Wilfred Mathew Smith. Collection consists of a 99 page typed memoir titled "My Story" relating to Cpl Smith's service with the 2/3 Austral...MSS1977
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Smythe, Rayner Barrington (Lieutenant Colonel, New Zealand Service Corps)
Manuscript
Maker: Smythe, Peter Barrington
'Barry: a biography', draft typescript biography of Lieutenant Colonel Rayner Barrington Smythe, New Zealand Service Corps. Written by his son Peter Barrington Smythe. The manuscript mainly focuses on...MSS2018
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Soden, Bill (Aircraftman)
Manuscript
Maker: Soden, Bill
AUTOBIOGRAPHICAL MANUSCRIPT TITLED `TASMANIA TO TARAKAN: WITH THE RAAF IN THE SOUTH WEST PACIFIC 1943-1945'. DESCRIBES ENLISTMENT, TRAINING, AND ACTIVE SERVICE AS A FLIGHT RIGGER, INCLUDING INFANTRY P...MSS1432
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Soldiers' Songs
Manuscript
Transcripts of soldiers' songs (including typescript words and manuscript melody lines) from the Boer, First World, Second World, Korean and Vietnam Wars, collected/recorded and compiled by Samuel Hil...MSS1660
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Solly, Elsie
Manuscript
Maker: Solly, Elsie
Research notes, archival reference sources, correspondence with former AWAS members, and original and computer printout Personal Data Sheets compiled in relation to an uncompleted thesis on the post w...MSS1231
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Sons of the Anzacs
Manuscript
Maker: Australian War Memorial
TYPESCRIPT, WORKING COPY (FIRST EDITION) AND CORRECTED PROOFS (SECOND EDITION) OF "SONS OF THE ANZACS" (SEQUEL TO "WE OF THE AIF"), A PROGRAMME OF A DOCUMENTARY FILM OF THE AUSTRALIAN FIGHTING SERVICE...MSS1354
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'Southern Cross' by Yoshihari, Tsutomu, Chief of Staff, 18th Army, Imperial Japanese Army
Manuscript
Maker: Yoshihari, Tsutomu
Collection consists of a typed translation by Miss Doris Heath of manuscript titled "Southern Cross", an account of the Eastern New Guinea campaign. Covers operations at Buna, Guadalcanal, Wau, Wewak,...MSS0725
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Southey, Sir Robert AO, CMG (Captain)
Manuscript
Maker: Southey, Robert
Transcript of speech given by Captain Southey to the RUSI in Melbourne. Describes training with 161 Officer Cadet Training Unit at Sandhurst Royal Military College, and service in the Coldstream Guard...MSS1595
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Sparrow, Allan Francis (NX44575, Private, 2/33rd Battalion)
Manuscript
Maker: Sparrow, Allan Francis Various
Manuscript entitled "Allan Francis Sparrow: A Memoire". Semi-biographical work on the authors life. Recounts experiences of the author's service during the Second World War in New Guinea along the Kok...MSS1919
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Speech by Jack Boardman about the Changi Concert Party
Manuscript
Maker: Boardman, Jack
A speech given by the donor about the Changi Concert Party. 7 typed pages, with annotations.MSS1862
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Speed, FW Brigadier
Manuscript
Maker: Speed
Manuscript a case study of the leadership of Sir John Monash in his military, industrial and commercial endeavours. Details the early life of Monash, the First World War (WW1) period, his time as firs...MSS0873
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Spencer, Cecil Eric (Pilot Officer/Coastwatcher)
Manuscript
Maker: Spencer, Cecil Eric
MANUSCRIPT TITLED `KESEKO: THE EXPERIENCES OF A GUIDE TO U.S. MARINE LANDING AND LATER AS A COASTWATCHER IN THE BRITISH SOLOMON ISLANDS'. DISCUSSES AUTHOR'S EXPERIENCES AS A LIAISON OFFICER AND GUIDE ...MSS1424
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Springthorpe, John William (Lieutenant Colonel, b: 1855 d: 1933)
Manuscript
Maker: Springthorpe, John William
Original typescript manuscript, titled "Australia at the War : The Great Advance : Anzac and Amiens" related to Australian activities, particularly in the latter part of 1918. Also contains six articl...MSS0775
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Spyve, Paul Joseph
Manuscript
Thesis "The First Waikato Regiment and the settlement process of the Bay of Plenty 1864-1874". Examines the effect of the settlement of the Bay of Plenty area by the First Waikato Regiment, particular...MSS1104
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8 Squadron, R.A.A.F. No. 9 Operational Group.
Manuscript
Maker: Johnson, Harry Noel 'Bill'
Manuscript about Beaufort Torpedo bombers and crew members of 8 Squadron, RAAF No. 9 Operational Group, under control of Fifth American Air Force. Describes operational training at Bairnsdale, Nowra, ...MSS1559
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462 Squadron R.A.A.F. Phoenix: Book 2 - The Reincarnation
Manuscript
Maker: Batten, Antony Granville
Collection relating to No. 462 Squadron, Royal Australian Air Force, by Antony Granville Batten, 1999. Wallet 1 of 1 - Wallet consists of a typed manuscript outlining the story of No. 462 Squadron, R...MSS2013
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462 Squadron R.A.A.F. Phoenix - The Desert
Manuscript
Maker: Batten, Antony Granville
Collection relating to the story of the No. 462 Squadron, Royal Australian Air Force, by Antony Granville Batten, 1999. Wallet 1 of 1 - Wallet consists of a typed manuscript providing the story of No...MSS2012
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Stace, Norman
Manuscript
Maker: Stace, Norman
Typed memoir titled 'Explosives manufacture in Australia during WWII', written by Norman Stace in 2003. 8 pages. Norman Stace joined a scheme for trained New Zealand chemists to go to Australia for th...MSS1875
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Stanley, Peter
Manuscript
Maker: Stanley, Peter
Thesis "Don't let Whyalla down : the voluntary war effort in Whyalla 1939-1945". Analyses Whyalla's voluntary war effort, concentrating on two distinct groups and their contributions. The area's estab...MSS1012
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Stansfield, Kenneth (422738, Leading Airman, RAAF)
Manuscript
Maker: Stansfield, Ken
5 page typescript manuscript entitled "340 Radar unit: Bat Island - Admiralty Islands". The manuscript summarises the authors experiences of training on the Radar system in 1943. The nature of service...MSS1967
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Stanton, Richard W. (Chief Petty Officer, b: 1922)
Manuscript
Maker: Stanton, Richard Wilfrid
Typescript memoir (44p), (January 1939 to February 1952), entitled "A life on the ocean wave" written by 22719 Chief Petty Officer Richard W. Stanton relating to his career as a radio operator in the ...MSS1658
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Starrett, Edward Bruce
Manuscript
Maker: Starrett, Edward Bruce
Photocopy of 5 page typed manuscript titled 'The Force Code named "Stepsister"' written by Lieutenant Colonel E.B Starrett ED, Royal Australian Corps of Signals (Retd).MSS2196
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Starr, Lady Alison
Manuscript
Maker: Starr, Lady Alison
Manuscript biography of Major General Hon Sir Neville Howse, VC, KCB, KCMG, DMS . Covers his early years in England, service in Boer War, medical practice in Orange, NSW, prior to First World War, hi...MSS1376
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Statham, Pamela
Manuscript
Maker: Statham, Pamela
Manuscript titled 'Ins and outs : the composition and disposal of the NSW Corps 1790-1810. Discussion paper examining the crucial composition of the NSW Corps, varying strengths of the Corps and the e...MSS1268
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Statham, Pamela
Manuscript
Maker: Statham, Pamela
Manuscript titled 'Grabbing the goodies : the process of privatisation in NSW to 1810'. Discussion paper examining the manner by which the crown appointed civil and military officers managed to develo...MSS1269
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Staub-Staude, Lorna (Driver, AWAS)
Manuscript
Maker: Staub-Staude, Lorna
PART 2 OF MANUSCRIPT ENTITLED "MEMOIRS OF AN AWAS DRIVER", COVERING PERIOD 1942-1945. DESCRIBES TRAINING AND EXPERIENCES AT KESWICK ARMY HQ SOUTH AUSTRALIA. INCLUDES BRIEF OVERVIEWS OF OTHER DRIVERS I...MSS1320
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51st Battalion the Far North Queensland Regiment
Manuscript
Manuscript titled `A brief history of the 51st Battalion The Far North Queensland Regiment', describes evolution from formation in 1916 through to presentation of the Queen's and Regimental Colours in...MSS1606
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Stegemann, Bill
Manuscript
Maker: Stegemann, Bill
Thesis "An examination of the significance of WW1 (World War One) Memorials in South Eastern NSW, 1919-1939". Includes colour photographs and descriptive history of selected memorials. BA Hons, Austra...MSS0959
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Stegemann, W C (Bill) - 'The Snowy River Marchers, their war effort and afterwards'
Manuscript
Maker: Stegemann, W C
'The Snowy River Marchers, their war effort and afterwards' by W C Stegemann. An account of the Snowy River Recruiting March from Delegate to Goulburn January 1916. Provides context (losses on Gallip...MSS0821
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Stegman, Lance Anthony (435689, Flight Sergeant, RAAF)
Manuscript
Maker: Dickson, Jim
Manuscript detailing the service of Lance Anthony Stegman 435689. Stegman joined the Royal Australian Air Force in Brisbane on the 8 July 1943, aged 19. He was reported as being shot down over Germany...MSS2029
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Steinson, Barbara Jean
Manuscript
Maker: Steinson, Barbara Jean
Thesis "Female activism in World War One : The American Women's Peace, Suffrage, Preparedness and Relief Movements, 1914-1919". PhD, The University of Michigan, 1977.MSS0920
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Stephens, Alan M (RAAF)
Manuscript
Maker: Stephens, Alan M
TYPESCRIPT ENTITLED "HOME FROM HOME", AN ACCOUNT OF THE CHARACTERS, ENTERTAINMENT, FACILITIES AND INCIDENTS EXPERIENCED AT THE SOUTHERN CROSS CLUB BY AUSTRALIAN AIRMEN IN ENGLAND DURING THE 1939-1945 ...MSS1352
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Stephen, William (Bill) Francis (Flying Officer, b. 1921)
Manuscript
Maker: Stephen, William Francis
"Flying Officer William Francis (Bill) Stephen: 415838, Royal Australian Air Force 1941 - 1946". Second World War memoirs. He served with RAF 95 squadron in West Africa and later with 79 Operational B...MSS1684
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Stewart, Thomas Leicester (Flight Lieutenant, b: 1921)
Manuscript
Maker: Stewart, Thomas
Sixteen original poems written by Flight Lieutenant Stewart during his training period in Australia, operations over Europe and during post-war visits to various battlefields. Many of the original wor...MSS1250
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Stewart, Wilton Douglas Patrick (QX34726, Captain, 47th Battalion)
Manuscript
Maker: Stewart, Douglas Stewart, Wilton Douglas Patrick
Collection relating to the Second World War service of QX34726 Captain Wilton Douglas Patrick Stewart, 47th Battalion. Wallet 1 of 1 - Wallet consists of two copies of a 24-page typescript manuscript...MSS1948