Permanent
Level 2

 

The First World War Galleries present the story of Australia in the Great War chronologically, covering all major theatres of operations:

  • Gallipoli
  • the Western Front
  • Sinai and Palestine
  • and the war at sea.

The Memorial holds one of the world’s great collections of First World War items.

A wide variety of items from this collection are on display, including dioramas and other works of art; uniforms; medals; technology such as artillery and firearms; photographs; film; and personal items such as letters and diaries.

You can learn about the events on the home front and the immediate and enduring legacies of the war.

The First World War Galleries are located on level 2 in the west wing of the Memorial.

First World War Galleries

Ascot boat

Dioramas

Menin Gate at Midnight

Acknowledgement of Traditional Custodians

The Australian War Memorial acknowledges the traditional custodians of country throughout Australia. We recognise their continuing connection to land, sea and waters. We pay our respects to elders past and present.