Show notes, memorial journeys, and stories from Australia's military history.
In October 2025, during Mental Health Month, I Was Only Doing My Job: An Australian Military History Podcast participated in Beyond Blue's Big Blue Table fundraiser to raise funds for vital Mental Health support services.</p>
Announcement Australian Capital Territory
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Zero Hour is more than just a sculpture. In this article, I explore Leslie Bowles’ 1935 work in the Australian War Memorial’s First World War Gallery, examining the three soldiers it depicts, the Lewis Gun teams they represent, and the remarkable stories of the men who may have inspired it. From allegory to history, this piece reflects on camaraderie, sacrifice, and the bonds forged in the chaos of war.
Doc's Writings First World War Australian Capital Territory
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The Shellal Mosaic is an Ancient Roman Mosaic that when uncovered by Australian forces in the First World War, somehow, it ended up in Australia.
Doc's Writings First World War Australian Capital Territory
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This morning, the Australian War Memorial unveiled the statue dedicated to Matron Vivian Bullwinkel on its grounds. It stands not just as a sculpture of Vivian Bullwinkel, but all Australian nurses who have lost their lives, survived atrocities made sacrifices in the service of their country. It also includes 22 stainless steel discs to reflect the 22 victims of the Bangka Island Massacre arranged as a reflection of the stars as seen the night of 16 February 1942 Lest we forget
Places of Pride Statue Second World War Australian Capital Territory
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<div><p>The trail head is located in Remembrance Park at the rear of the Australian War Memorial and contains excellent interpretation material on its New Guinea name sake including a 3D bronze relief providing background. </p></div>
Places of Pride Walkway Second World War Australian Capital Territory
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I was fortunate enough to be able to Visit the Australian War Memorial during the Centenary of the First World War, to be present at the night vigil of the Unknown Australian Soldier by Australia's Federation Guard the night before Remembrance Day to mark the 25th anniversary of his interment in the Hall of Memory.
Places of Pride Memorial First World War Australian Capital Territory
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