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Researching Your Ancestors Military History
State Library of Victoria, http://handle.slv.vic.gov.au/10381/16491 Research Your Ancestors Military History So much has been documented about the World Wars particularly the First World War, where a generation of brave men, women and civilians lost their lives. During the blitz in September 1940, over half the British WW1 records were destroyed in a fire at the Army…
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Why did soldiers eat ANZAC biscuits?
Why did soldiers eat ANZAC biscuits? The history of the Anzac biscuit is part of the Australian and New Zealand story. Making ANZAC biscuits is a great way to actively engage the family in commemoration activities for ANZAC Day. During World War 1, people at home in Australia and New Zealand sent parcels to the…
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Holiday Camps in Britain
Holiday Camps in Britain There was a time where taking a vacation was a luxury that only the wealthiest could afford. In 1938, legislation was introduced called the Holidays with Pays Act. The Act mandated that most workers were entitled to one week of paid leave per year. While one week may seem modest compared…
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The USAF Military Cemetery at Ipswich: A Tale of Honor, Sacrifice, and Remembrance
During the dark days of World War II, the USAF Military Cemetery at 19 Cemetery Road, Raceview, Ipswich, became the final resting place for many American soldiers who met their untimely end on Australian soil. Their sacrifices, and the subsequent efforts to honor their memory, tell a poignant tale of international cooperation, respect, and shared…