The Memorial boasts a staff of subject specialists in all aspects of military history and museum practice.
Our Blogs, Articles and our Encyclopedia allow our historians, curators, librarians and exhibition team to share their knowledge and information on Australian military history, the Memorial's vast collection, recent acquisitions, exhibitions and events.
16 December 2019
Dame Maud McCarthy was one of the most highly decorated women’s leaders of the First World War. What many do not know is that Dame Maud was Australian.
13 December 2019
It is often said that the Consolidated PBY Catalinas were to Australia what the Supermarine Spitfire was to Britain. With an ability to fly long hours at a low altitude at a slow pace (ideal for mine placement), it was one of the most important Allied aircraft of the Pacific War.
11 December 2019
When Australian servicemen and servicewomen have gone to war they have often been accompanied by man’s best friend.
09 December 2019
Harold West and George Leonard were best mates who did everything together.
29 November 2019
29 November 2019
29 November 2019
The Australian War Memorial is hosting a series of community consultations in cities and towns around the country.
26 November 2019
Australian and New Zealanders who served on the Serbian Front of the First World War.
For most Australians and New Zealanders, the focal points of the war were Gallipoli, Palestine, and France and Belgium on the Western Front. However, the war was also fought in a number of other theatres, including the Balkans.
