Ethel Stalker – war time nurse

Today is Remembrance Day. We pause to remember those who served in the military in all conflicts and those that made the ultimate sacrifice. I also like to pay homage to those that have preserved the history of their service such as the National Archives of Australia and the Australian War Memorial. The National ArchivesContinue reading “Ethel Stalker – war time nurse”

Anzac heroes of Hickeys Creek

This picture is one of those finds you treasure and thank the family member for sharing it. It is a picture of farewell, anticipation and fear. On the eve of leaving for war, the small community of Hickeys Creek in New South Wales are sending their men to a distant conflict. With the newly enlistedContinue reading “Anzac heroes of Hickeys Creek”