| Accession Number | REL48023 |
|---|---|
| Collection type | Heraldry |
| Object type | Heraldry |
| Maker |
Mason, Thomas Walter |
| Date made | c1918 |
| Conflict |
First World War, 1914-1918 |
Convalescent Embroidery : Private T W G Mason, 33 Battalion AIF
Description
Embroidery of the Australian coat of arms with 'Commonwealth of Australia' embroidered above and 'Australia' below.
History / Summary
Embroidery made by Private Thomas Walter George Mason, NX1206, 33 Battalion AIF whilst he was convalescing. Private Mason embarked on the 'Marathon' on 4 May 1916 and was wounded at Passchendale. He was discharged on 27 March 1919. He died in 1939. The embroidery was framed by his family and kept by two generations.