Items tagged world war ii 1939-1945 in MV Collections

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  Manned Torpedo Model - Chariot Mk 1

  The concept of a submersible manned torpedo for attacking ships and dock installations was pioneered by the Italian navy during the First World War when two divers sank the Austrian cru ...

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  Medal - Victory Europe-Pacific, Schools, Melbourne City Council, Victoria, Australia, 1945

  Gilt bronze medal issued to celebrate victory in both Europe and the Pacific, marking the end of the World War II. Minted by Stokes in 1945, it was given to children of the City of Melb ...

  From: Melbourne, Australia Images: 7
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  Bottle - Model Aeroplane Dope, 1940-1945

  Small slim bottle, corked, containing Model Aeroplane Dope used by airmen who were billetted in the Exhibition Building, Melbourne, during the Second World War. Used in the making of m ...

  From: Melbourne, Australia Images: 2
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  Gas Mask - Air Raid Precautions Warden, circa 1941-1945

  Alternative Name(s): Gas Respirator Gas mask consisting of rubber face piece with celluloid eyepieces and rubber hose connecting to a chemical-absorbant cannister. Issued to Howard Daw ...

  From: Camberwell, Australia Images: 1
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  Toy Motor Van - 'P.M.G.', Wooden, 1942-1944

  Wooden toy van, painted red with 'P.M.G.' painted in black letters on each side. On the base are stamped the letters 'W.O.I.' and 'Permit N. 160'. Toy specialist Marjorie Fainges says ...

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  Koala - Felt, circa 1939-1945

  Beige coloured felt koala stuffed with wool, hand-made made circa 1939 - 1945. Felt toys were commonly used in Australia during World War II, as more elaborate materials were not read ...

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  Board Game - 'Strategy', G. N. Raymond Pty Ltd, circa 1939

  Board game 'Strategy', in box featuring black and white photograph of three men, each from a different armed service. Probably made during World War II. The game rules state: 'The game ...

  From: Collingwood, Australia Images: 3
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  Wall Plaque - Winston Churchill, circa 1939-1945

  Plaster wall plaque featuring bust of Sir Winston Churchill on top, extending to shield at bottom, with patriotic flags and inscription at centre. Made during World War II as a patrioti ...

  From: Richmond, Australia Images: 1
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  Board Game - 'Target for Tonight', Metal Wood Repetitions Co., 1942

  'Target for Tonight' board game, consisting of a target board, cardboard aeroplane, dart-like 'bomb' and box. The aeroplane is held over the target board on the floor, and the 'bomb' is ...

  From: Sydney, Australia Images: 3
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  Board Game - 'The Bombardier', Paul Bruce & Co., circa 1939

  Board game 'The Bombardier', made by Paul Bruce & Co. Pty. Ltd in Brunswick, circa 1939. Consists of box containing three-dimensional game board with 16 large holes or targets. Coloured ...

  From: Brunswick, Australia Images: 5