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The Australian War Memorial is one of the world’s great museums. Visit with your family and friends for a moving and unforgettable experience. Connect with the stories of people and events that have shaped our nation. Discover the diverse Australian experiences of war and reflect on their enduring impact.

After nearly two years of refurbishments, the Memorial’s First World War Galleries are open to the public. For further information visit www.awm.gov.au/1914-1918

Here is their spirit, in the heart of the land they loved; and

here we guard the record which they themselves made.

Charles Bean, founder of theAustralian War Memorial

GUIDED TOURSThe Memorial’s voluntary guides tell stories of endurance, courage, and loyalty while taking you through the galleries. Guided tours begin in the Orientation Gallery.

To join a tour, see staff in the Orientation Gallery, and for times visit www.awm.gov.au/visit/tours

RESEARCH CENTREDo you have a relative who served with Australian forces? Find out by visiting the Memorial’s Research Centre. You can also consult the Memorial’s archival and published collections.

Research Centre Reading Room Opening timesMonday to Friday 10 am to 5 pmSaturday 1 to 5 pmClosed on Sundays and ACT public holidays

Researchers are advised to contact us before you visit on the enquiry line (02) 6243 4315 or via our website at www.awm.gov.au/request

NEWSLETTERKeep up to date with what’s new and what’s coming up at the Memorial by subscribing to our free monthly email newsletter, eMemorial. www.awm.gov.au/newsletter

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ON DISPLAY NOW Special Exhibitions Gallery, free

See how modern Australian artists captured the changing reality of Australian lives, from the heroic to the horrific, during the Second World War. This exhibition of works drawn from the collection of the Australian War Memorial explores how war transformed a generation of artists.

Curator-led tours Wednesdays 9 March, 6 April, 4 May 12 pm, Special Exhibitions Gallery, free

Join this curator-led tour of Reality in flames: modern Australian art and the Second World War. Discover how Australian artists responded to the upheaval and anxiety  of the Second World War to create powerful imagery which explored all aspects of life.

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Lower level, free

Discover the extraordinary efforts of Australians in Afghanistan through the words of our veterans and their families, set against the powerful imagery of a modern war. This is their story, seen through their eyes, told through their voices.

Are you a veteran of Afghanistan? More than 27,000 Australians have deployed on Operation Slipper, which encompasses Afghanistan and the entire Middle East Area of Operations. Each man or woman deployed has a unique story. Share your story online at www.awm.gov.au/afghanistan

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WILLIAM EDWIN PIDGEON (1909–1981): WAR CORRESPONDENT AND ARTIST

Second World War Galleries, free

William Edwin Pidgeon, known as “Wep”, was a painter, cartoonist, illustrator, and newspaper critic. During the Second World War he was a war correspondent and artist for Consolidated Press, contributing works for publication in the Australian Women’s Weekly.

William Pidgeon, Jessie, 1940 (ART94590).

His iconic covers and humorous illustrations, paintings, letters, and cartoons revealed aspects of daily life experienced by Australians serving in northern Australia, New Guinea, and Borneo.

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IMAGE PROJECTIONS AND READINGS23–24 April

Anzac Day commemorations will begin on the evening of Saturday 23 April with the projection onto the Memorial building of images of Australian servicemen and servicewomen drawn from the Memorial’s rich photographic collection. These projections will run again on 24 April until the commencement of the Dawn Service.

From 4.30 am on 25 April excerpts from letters and diaries will be read aloud by a representative from each of the armed forces.

DAWN SERVICE5.30 am to 6 am(suggested arrival 4 am onwards: we recommend use of the ACTION shuttle service)

This service is a solemn reminder of the dawn landing on Gallipoli of 25 April 1915. The Director of the Australian War Memorial, Dr Brendan Nelson, will deliver the Commemorative Address. After the service the Memorial’s Commemorative Area will be open until 8 am, giving visitors the opportunity to lay poppies on the Tomb of the Unknown Australian Soldier, or beside a name on the Roll of Honour.

NATIONAL CEREMONY10.30 am to 12 noon

The National Ceremony commemorates the service and sacrifice of all Australian servicemen and servicewomen. The Prime Minister of Australia, the Honourable Malcolm Turnbull MP, will deliver the Commemorative Address. The Memorial will open to the public after the National Ceremony has concluded. For more information visit: www.awm.gov.au/commemoration/anzac-day

THE LAST POST CEREMONY4.55 pmCommemorative Area

Complete your Anzac Day visit to the Memorial by attending a special Last Post Ceremony. Incorporating the stirring sounds of a bugler and a piper, the story of an Australian who died on Gallipoli will be read by a member of the Australian Defence Force. The ceremony will also be broadcast live on the Memorial’s website at www.awm.gov.au/lastpost

COMMEMORATING THE SERVICE AND SACRIFICE

OF ALL AUSTRALIAN SERVICEMEN AND SERVICEWOMEN

MONDAY 25 APRIL 2016

Soundscape and Name Projections Each day at the Australian War Memorial two major First World War centenary projects are presented for visitors to experience: the Roll of Honour Soundscape and the Roll of Honour Name Projections.

Roll of Honour Soundscape

The Soundscape enhances the iconic Roll of Honour in the Memorial’s Commemorative Area. Recordings of primary school students speaking the names and ages of servicemen and servicewomen who died during the First World War play in the Memorial’s First World War cloisters. It is the Memorial’s goal to collect recordings of the more than 60,000 names that appear on the First World War Roll of Honour panels.

The Memorial and Google Australia have developed an online recording application, Remember me, to allow primary schools across Australia to participate in the project by creating recordings from their classrooms.

This centenary project engages young Australians in developing their understanding of and connection with Australia’s involvement in conflicts past and present.

Roll of Honour Name Projections

From August 2014 to November 2018 the names of each of the Australians listed on the Memorial’s First World War Roll of Honour panels will be projected onto the building beneath the dome of the Hall of Memory. The names will be displayed from sunset to sunrise every night, and can be seen from the Memorial’s grounds. Each name will be visible for 30 seconds, and will appear numerous times during the centenary period.

Members of the public are invited to watch the projections, and can find information on the anticipated time and date of a particular person’s name projection on the Memorial’s website.

For more information on these projects please visit www.awm.gov.au/1914-1918/ centenary-projects

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Memorial’s donation process refined The Australian War Memorial’s vast National Collection comprises relics, photographs, documents, and works of art relating to Australia’s military history, dating from the nineteenth century through to the present day. In order to sustain and add to this unique collection the Memorial relies in part on items donated by the public.

Donated items are cared for to the highest standards, and a renewed interest in Australia’s military history has meant that as many as 50,000 items are being offered for donation annually. As a result the Memorial is selective about what it collects. In order to fully appraise and care for these items in a timely manner, we have introduced new procedures to manage offers of donation and improve the donation experience from beginning to end.

We encourage people who wish to donate items to first make contact using the online offer form on our donations webpage www.awm.gov.au/collection/donations

This provides a step-by-step process for donors and gathers all the information the Memorial needs to make a comprehensive appraisal. Once a form is submitted, a staff member will get in touch to discuss the next stage of the donation process.

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Corporal F. Bunter writes a message on a special rice paper message pad. (081230)

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DISCOVERY ZONE

FULL OF THINGS TO DO

STORY TIMEFridays, excluding public holidays10.30 amLower galleries, free

Hear stories of brave animals, extraordinary people, and faraway places, brought to life through puppets, uniforms, and educational toys. This program is suitable for pre-school-aged children, but older brothers and sisters are also welcome.

DISCOVERY ZONEOpen weekdays from 12.30 to 1.30 pm during the school term, and all day on weekends. For availability during school holidays, please visit www.awm.gov.au/visit/discovery-zone

In this interactive environment kids can experience what it would be like to work in a trench, a helicopter, or a submarine. They can build bridges, explore an air raid shelter, and try on uniforms. Families can also investigate Australia’s involvement in the Second World War and some of the jobs done by today’s peacekeepers. The Discovery Zone is full of things to hear, see, and do.

VOICES FROM THE FRONTTuesdays 1, 15, and 29 March12 and 26 April10 and 24 May10.30 amFirst World War Galleries, free

Discover individual stories from the First World War through the letters and diaries of those who served.

A young soldier on the Somme, freezing and up to his knees in mud; a nurse in one of the many field hospitals, exhausted and desperately trying to treat the incoming wounded day after day. These are just some of the individuals you will meet as we take a personal journey through the First World War Galleries.

A member of the Australian 2nd Battalion “carries on” with his correspondence at Flesselles, 1916. (E00030)

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REALITY IN FLAMESWednesdays 9 March, 6 April, 4 May 12 pmSpecial Exhibitions Gallery, free

Join this curator-led tour of Reality in flames: modern Australian art and the Second World War. Discover how Australian artists responded to the upheaval and anxiety of the Second World War to create powerful imagery which explored all aspects of life.

TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION IN WARTIMEMondays 11 and 18 AprilTuesdays 12 and 19 AprilThursdays 14 and 21 April12 pmMeet in Aircraft Hall, free

Join Education staff as they discuss how and why wartime technology used in transport, weapons, medicine, and uniforms has changed over time.

A sectional drawing of a German Second World War V-1 flying bomb. (102042)

Sidney Nolan, Dream of the latrine sitter, 1942. (ART91645)

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CLOTHING THE COLONIALSMonday 7 March2.30 pmColonial Gallery, free

In 1885 the very first Australian military force to deploy on overseas operations travelled from Sydney to the Sudan to assist the British army in fighting a rebellion. Initially clothed in vibrant scarlet and blue tunics, the small but significant force of Australians were soon issued with uniforms of drab khaki. Hear about this amazing transformation with Memorial curator Eleni Holloway.

“I AM AN OLD WARRIOR”Tuesday 8 March12.30 pmFirst World War Galleries, free

Join curators from the Photographs, Film and Sound section on International Women’s Day for a special Faces of war tour, focusing on the experience of women during the Great War.

18-POUNDER FIELD GUNMonday 21 March2.30 pmFirst World War Galleries, free

The 18-pounder field gun was the most common field artillery piece used by the British dominion forces during the First World War. They saw service with the AIF on both Gallipoli and the Western Front. Today’s curator-led talk offers insights into this important weapon and the men who operated it.

INKED: TATTOOS AND THE MILITARYThursday 31 March12 pmBAE Systems Theatre, free

Once the sign of a sailor or rebel, tattoos have now become widely socially accepted. This talk explores the rich history of tattoos in the military by exploring their origins, meanings, and representation in the Memorial’s photograph collection.

A scarlet tunic from the New South Wales 1st Infantry Regiment, 1885. (REL/18862.001)

Australian army nurse Matron Bessie Pocock, 1919. (P10266.001)

An 18-pounder field gun used by Australian troops in the First World War. (RELAWM19250.001)

Private W. “Bill” Seraphina, the most tattooed member of the 2nd Battalion, Royal Australian

Regiment, 1953. (HOBJ4707)

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CHRISTMAS PRESENTATION PLAQUE AND FLAG: CHAPLAIN HENRY YOUNGMonday 4 April2.30 pmSecond World War Galleries, free

Reverend Gordon Henry Young served in the Second World War and was appointed army chaplain in 1945. At the end of the war he was sent to Rabaul, where he was responsible for the welfare of the condemned Japanese war criminals held there. In the 18 months before most of them were executed, Young taught many of them English and some converted to Christianity. Join staff from Military Heraldry and Technology to hear about this remarkable man.

WOMEN IN WARSaturday 9 to Tuesday 12 AprilFriday 15 to Monday 18 AprilThursday 21 to Sunday 24 April11.40 am, 12.40 pm, and 1.40 pmAnzac Hall, free

See actor Leith Arundel in two moving performances, Last letters and Radio silence, about the experiences of women during wartime.

HANDS-ON HISTORYWeekdays during school holidays 11–22 AprilExcludes public holidays. 11 amLower galleries, free

What do servicemen and servicewomen wear? What do they eat? What jobs do they do? Our exciting hands-on history programs answer these questions and many more. Try on uniforms, handle real items, and hear incredible stories of Australians in wartime.

Leith Arundel in Radio silence. (PAIU2007/005.37)

Presentation plaque : Australian Army Chaplain

G.H. Young, 1946. (REL/18686)

DROP-IN CRAFTFridays 15 and 22 April11.30 am to 12.30 pmand 2.30 pm to 3.30 pmEducation Space, lower galleries, free

Make your own paper slouch hat, bookmark, or poppy to take home.

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WORDS OF WARMonday 11 April10.30 am to 12.30 pmAges ten and over

Using objects, diaries, postcards, and other sources, create and share your own writing to describe and reflect upon the experiences of Australians at war. Participants can explore poetry, literacy and drama games, and story-building activities.

Bookings are essential and close Wednesday 6 April.$10 per child, $5 for Friends of the Memorial (GST inclusive) Credit card payment required at time of booking

E: public.programs@awm.gov.au P: (02) 6243 4473

ANIMALS IN WAR

Monday 18 April10.30 am to 12.30 pmAges five and over

How have horses, cats, and dogs contributed to the war effort? Why did pigeons receive medals? Come and hear the amazing tales of animals in wartime, and make your own puppets to act out their stories.

Bookings are essential and close Wednesday 13 April.$10 per child, $5 for Friends of the Memorial (GST inclusive) Credit card payment required at time of booking

E: public.programs@awm.gov.au P: (02) 6243 4473

DECORATION FROM DESTRUCTION: THE FIRST WORLD WAR TRENCH ART OF SAPPER PEARLMonday 18 April2.30 pmFirst World War Galleries, free

Trench art usually evokes images of a muddy soldier hammering out a souvenir for a loved one at home. In reality, most trench art was for many a way of passing the time when not at the front. While many pieces are quite simple, others show considerable metal-working skills. Hear a Memorial curator talk about the impressive trench art of Sapper Stanley Keith Pearl.

Private J. Miller and Private K. Corless write their letters home,

1944. (062545)Lance Corporal Norman Leslie Cameron with tracker dog

Tiber in Vietnam, 1967. (COL/67/0552/VN)

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GALLIPOLI CENTENARY ART COMMISSIONWednesday 20 April12 pmMeet in the Orientation Gallery, free

In 2015 the Memorial commissioned artist David Jolly to respond to the centenary Dawn Service held on Gallipoli. Join a curator to learn about Jolly’s work created in response to his Gallipoli journey.

THE DEVIL’S CHARIOT: A7V “MEPHISTO”Wednesday 26 April2.30 pmAnzac Hall, free

On 24 April 1918 a German A7V tank named “Mephisto” became bogged during an attack on the French town of Villers-Bretonneux. Abandoned by its crew, the tank was later captured by a daring Australian and British team. To commemorate the 98th anniversary of this event the Memorial presents a curator-led talk offering insights into this rare tank and its service.

VIETNAM TO AFGHANISTAN: PHOTOGRAPHIC JOURNALISTSThursday 28 April12 pmBAE Systems Theatre, free

Discover the work of Vietnam photographic journalists Tim Page, Neil Davis, and John Fairley, and compare their wartime work to that of current photojournalists Ben Bohane, Michael Coyne, and Shaun Gladwell.

Australian soldiers inspect “Mephisto”, a German A7V tank, at the 5th Tank Brigade demonstration ground in Vaux-en-Amienois, France, 1918. (E02876)

Trooper Barry Ainsley uses special combined coloured creams to camouflage his skin in Phuoc Tuy Province, South Vietnam, 1970.

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“THE NATURE OF GROSS SLACKNESS”: 1 ANZAC, THE NURSERY, AND THE BRIDOUX SALIENT TRENCH RAIDSunday 1 May12.30 pmBAE Systems Theatre, free

In 1916 Australian troops fighting on the Western Front were preparing for a major allied offensive being planned on the Somme. However, their first engagement in France outside the town of Armentières in May 1916 was far from successful, showing that the Australian Imperial Force had a lot to learn about the main theatre of war. Join Senior Historian Aaron Pegram as he discusses what the Australians faced a century ago on the Western Front.

LOSING THE MORTARSMonday 9 May2.30 pmFirst World War Galleries, free

In May 1916 the 20th Battalion was engaged in the first action fought by Australians in France. They were raided by German troops, and as a result lost two top-secret trench mortars to the enemy. Join staff from Military Heraldry and Technology to hear about the results of this notorious raid and its effect on the battalion.

Troops of the Australian 2nd Division “stand-to” in a forward position near the Bridoux Salient, 1916. (EZ0007)

A three-inch Stokes mortar barrel, 1917.

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ART AND THE HOLOCAUSTWednesday 18 May12 pmMeet in the Orientation Gallery, free

Join a curator to hear about some of the powerful works in the Memorial’s collection created during the Second World War in response to the Holocaust.

MISSION OFF MALAYAMonday 23 May2.30 pmSecond World War Galleries, free

On 8 December 1941, an hour before the Japanese struck Hawaii, the very first large-scale action between the Imperial Japanese and the Western Allies occurred on the north-east coast of Malaya at Kota Bharu.

Assisting Indian and British ground troops, Australians flew Lockheed Hudson bombers in repeated aerial attacks in an attempt to repel the Japanese invaders. They inflicted many casualties while also suffering heavy losses.

Relics from one of the Hudson bombers shot down on that first day are on display in the Memorial’s Second World War Galleries. Join one of our curators to learn about this first battle of the Pacific war and the significant role that Australians played in that region.

Bernard Slawik, Loading the cars to Belzec, c. 1943. (ART90349)

Five Lockheed Hudson bombers of No. 1 Squadron, RAAF, on a training flight over Singapore Island, 1941. (006647)

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The Memorial Shop offers a wide range of military history publications, as well as models, DVDs, souvenir items, poppies, and an impressive range of commemorative merchandise.

LONE PINE SEEDLINGS ARE NOW AVAILABLE The Australian War Memorial, in conjunction with Yarralumla Nursery, has released a new batch of Lone Pine seedlings available for purchase.

These special seedlings have been grown from seeds collected from the Memorial’s Lone Pine tree (Pinus halepensis) and propagated by Yarralumla Nursery.

The seedlings measure approximately 10–15 cm in height and are ideal for commemorative ceremonies.

We have a limited number of seedlings available. Don’t miss out – order now!

For more information or to read about the story of the Lone Pine tree visit www.awm.gov.au/shop/lone-pine-seedlings

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CORPORATE FUNCTIONSWhere else in the world can you wine and dine under the wings of the famous Second World War Lancaster bomber “G for George”? The Memorial is a unique corporate functions venue.

Function bookings:

Enquiries about functions at the Memorial should be directed to Create Consultants.

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POPPY’S CAFÉOpen daily 8.30 am to 4.30 pm

Poppy’s Café overlooks the Australian War Memorial and its beautiful grounds. It is open for breakfast, lunch, and afternoon tea and is also available for functions. Offering the finest of menus and set against a unique backdrop, this spacious, sun-filled venue is the perfect option for your next event.

THE LANDING PLACEOpen daily 10.30 am to 4.30 pm

Located in Anzac Hall, the Landing Place is a great location to rest and have a coffee.

Monday 25 April

On Monday 25 April Friends can attend the Anzac Day Dawn Service, Gunfire Breakfast, and National Ceremony at the Memorial. Friends who are entitled to reserve seating should receive their ticketing information in March. For any queries about Anzac Day activities, please contact the Friends Coordinator.

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SHOP DISCOUNTS Please remember that your Friends membership entitles you to a 10 per cent discount on Memorial purchases online and in-store.

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EMBASSY FLORIST DISCOUNT CARD Located close to the Memorial in the city centre, Embassy Florist now offer Friends a 10 per cent discount on floral arrangements and wreaths. This discount card will be issued with all new and renewed memberships and is valid for one transaction. Cards must be surrendered at the time of purchase.

CANBERRA HOTEL DISCOUNT Planning a trip to Canberra? Why not stay with one of our accommodation partners? Please refer to our website or contact our Friends Coordinator for latest offers.

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NEW MEMBERSHIP CARDS The Friends team has introduced new membership cards for all members. We are rolling out the cards with new memberships and renewals. For family or pair memberships we are introducing a single card. If you require a second card please contact the Friends Coordinator.

NEW TWO-YEAR MEMBERSHIPS Poppy and Family Friends members – renew your membership for two years and receive a $10 discount on your membership renewal for each year you renew. For example, renew as a Poppy individual member for two years and pay $140 (normally $160).

Rosemary Friends – renew your membership for two years and receive a $5 discount on your membership renewal for each year you renew. For example, renew as a Rosemary individual member for two years and pay $100 (normally $110).

This offer is not available online. Please phone, email, or write to our Friends Coordinator to take advantage of these savings.

BEHIND THE COLLECTION OF THE BOER WARSaturday 14 May10.30 am Meet in the Orientation Gallery, free

Join one of the Memorial’s National Collection staff to hear about the challenges faced when collecting significant items 100 years after a conflict’s conclusion. Hear stories relating to the Boer War and the items currently on display, as well as the logistical implications of collecting and displaying these items. From letters to field guns, the Memorial’s Boer War collection is varied and unique, providing an insight into Australia’s first overseas conflict.

“A MOST MISERABLE HOTCHPOTCH”: CHARLES BEAN AND THE FIRST WORLD WAR FILM COLLECTION Friday 3 June3 pmMeet in the Orientation Gallery, free

The Memorial’s collection of film footage taken of the First World War did not have an easy journey from the front to the archive. Join the Photographs, Film and Sound team to hear about Bean’s struggle to get Australian film, shot by Australian cinematographers, into Australian hands.

COLLECTION DONATIONSWe have always relied on donations of objects that help explain the Australian experience of war. Before you send us anything, or before coming in to see us, please contact us by either phoning, emailing, or writing to the Accessions Officer.

MONETARY DONATIONS Donations to the Memorial are always welcome. Your donation will contribute to keeping the spirit alive for future generations by preserving and commemorating the Australian experience of war. You will also contribute to upholding the Australian War Memorial’s reputation as one of the world’s great museums.

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Donations can be made online or through the Friends Coordinator.

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