The Returned & Services League of Australia (RSL) was founded in 1916 by returning Australian soldiers from World War I to continue to provide the camaraderie, concern, and mateship shown among diggers during the conflict.
Early in the 1914-1918 Great War, it was evident that those returning from Gallipoli and the Western Front would require support, along with the families of those who would never return; this ethos of compassion and service remains today as the motivating influence of the League.
Our purpose is to help veterans and their families by offering care, financial assistance and advocacy, along with commemorative services that help all Australians remember the Fallen.
- RSL New South WalesToday is Victory in the Pacific Day, commemorating 73 years since the end of the Second World War. We honour the one million Australian men and women who served during the Second World War and remember the 40,000 Australians who ...
- Veterans Film FestivalToday we remember the 73rd Anniversary of Victory in the Pacific Day (VP Day) the unconditional surrender of Japan to the Allied Forces. Prime Minister Ben Chifley announced the end of the war. “Fellow citizens, the war is over… Let ... 1 Comments
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- Military Shop15 August 1945 – Japan Surrenders to end WWII
Victory over Japan Day
On this day in 1945, the Empire of Japan surrendered to the Allied Powers. The instrument of surrender was signed aboard the USS Missouri, where General Thomas ... 1 Comments - Military ShopThe British and German governments are issuing a unique joint appeal to communities across the world to ring their church, military and other bells in unison on Armistice Day to mark the hundredth anniversary of the end of the first ... 3 Comments
- Legion ScotlandThe emblem of Legion Scotland and the Returned and Services League of Australia are projected onto the ramparts of Edinburgh Castle during last nights show. 4 Standard Bearers form Legion Scotland took post on the esplanade to take the Salute ...
- Legion ScotlandThe start of a very special relationship.
RSL National shared Legion Scotland's post. - Legion ScotlandThe Returned Services League of Australia 'Digger Bears' have been getting around Scotland.
RSL National shared Legion Scotland's post. - RSL New South WalesVeterans and their families will join millions of Australians transacting with government online through myGov. As part of its program to modernise and streamline services, the Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA) - in partnership with the Department of Human Services ...
- Legion ScotlandAn outstanding display of remembrance and comradeship during GP90 at the Menin Gate. Some photos from the event and from other travels over two days. More photos and videos to follow
RSL National shared Legion Scotland's post. 1 Comments - British and Commonwealth Military“Today we honour the fallen of all nations, commemorate all those who participated in this great endeavour, and celebrate the bonds of friendship which unite our nations.” — The Duke of Cambridge
#Amiens100:
RSL National shared British and Commonwealth Military's ... - Veterans Film FestivalOn this day on 9 August 1942, HMAS Canberra was lost during the Battle of Savo, during one of the worst allied losses in World War 2. 84 of the crew were killed or died later of their injuries.
http://www.navy.gov.au/hmas-canberra-i
... - RSL New South WalesLeading Seaman Roger Dalby has been awarded a third Federation Star for 50 years of continuous service. Dalby joined the Royal Australian Navy in 1968 as a Junior Recruit at HMAS Leeuwin. He has served 37 years at sea in ...
- RSL VictoriaTrooper Henry Eric Whitehead of Caramut in Victoria, enlisted in 8th Australian Light Horse Regiment in December 1914 (under the name of Eric Whitehead), and embarked from Australia with B Squadron on 25 February 1915. Due to service in Senior ... 1 Comments
- RSA National73 years ago today, the world’s first deployed atomic bomb was dropped over the Japanese city of Hiroshima during World War II.
The explosion destroyed 90 percent of the city and immediately killed 80,000 people, tens of thousands more died ... 1 Comments - RSL New South WalesToday we remember the Battle of Lone Pine - one of the most intense battles in our ANZAC history. The four-day battle resulted in more than 2,000 Australian casualties. The service and sacrifice of these brave individuals will not be ... 3 Comments
- Remembering 100 Tasmanian heroesTHE dedication of the first trees on the Soldiers’ Memorial Avenue on this day a century ago coincided with the start of 100 days of Allied victories leading to the armistice on November 11, 1918.
RSL National shared a link. - RSL New South WalesFarmers across the state are facing ruin as the drought crisis worsens. RSL DefenceCare can provide urgent financial assistance and counselling for Australian veterans and their immediate families living in NSW who are affected by disaster. Army veteran Rodney Jones ...
- British and Commonwealth MilitaryNow THIS is living history!
During April 2015 in Auckland City, Wellington and Christchurch, Kiwis had the opportunity to look back into history and learn about what the New Zealand soldiers experienced during the war. A reenactment showed soldiers in ... - Veterans Film FestivalVictoria Cross Medal recipients have got together in Nowra.
http://www.abc.net.au/news/2018-07-30/victoria-cross-recipients-reunite-on-australian-soil/10049398
#veterans #victoriacross
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There are quite a few SC and GC recipients among ... - RSL New South WalesAs part of the Defence Australia team supporting the Australian humanitarian assistance effort to Laos in response to the collapse of a dam in Attapeu Province, a Royal Australian Air Force C-17A Globemaster from No 36 Squadron departed RAAF Base ... 1 Comments
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RSL National added 2 new photos. 1 Comments - Veterans Film FestivalWho's in Tassie?
https://www.examiner.com.au/news/local-news/5549258/great-war-floor-talk-with-australian-war-memorial-director-dr-brendan-nelson/
#ww1 #warmuseum #tasmania #AWM
RSL National shared Veterans Film Festival's post. - Anzac Bears"I encourage you to give generously to this initiative, to donate a bear to your local school and help fulfil Australia’s oldest promise: that at the going down of the sun and in the morning, we will remember them."
RSL ... - Australian War MemorialTune into the Life on the Line podcast with Australian War Memorial's Michael Kelly: The Korean War.
Website: https://www.lifeonthelinepodcast.com/podcast/2018/7/20/the-korean-war-with-michael-kelly
RSL National shared Australian War Memorial's post. - British and Commonwealth MilitaryHaunting silhouette of British Tommy projected onto Rock of Gibraltar in moving tribute to mark 100th anniversary of Armistice
https://www.thesun.co.uk/news/6864692/rock-of-gibraltar-british-tommy-tribute-silhouette-armistice-100th-anniversary-world-war-one/
RSL National shared British and Commonwealth Military's post. 1 Comments - RSL New South WalesToday we remember the 65th anniversary of the Korean War Armistice. Approximately 17,000 Australian personnel from the Royal Australian Navy, Royal Australian Air Force and Australian Army served in the Korean War.
The Royal Australian Navy committed ships four days ... - Le Tour de TeddyWith the formalities at Government House complete, Private Teddy Groves now resumes his critical role of providing Close Personal Protection to the Prime Minister. (The opportunity arose when Pte Teddy was last over in Canberra negotiating a fairer GST dividend ... 3 Comments
- Anzac BearsWoohoo! More than 500 bears donated to 334 schools and it's a time to say THANK YOU to all who supported. But this is just the beginning of a long journey to send a bear to all primary schools in ... 3 Comments
RSL New South Wales Today is Victory in the Pacific Day, commemorating 73 years since the end of the Second World War. We honour the one million Australian men and women who served during the Second World War and remember the 40,000 Australians who lost their lives. Lest We Forget.
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Veterans Film Festival Today we remember the 73rd Anniversary of Victory in the Pacific Day (VP Day) the unconditional surrender of Japan to the Allied Forces. Prime Minister Ben Chifley announced the end of the war. “Fellow citizens, the war is over… Let us remember those whose lives were given that we may enjoy this glorious moment and may look forward to a peace which they have won for us.” #ww2 #veterans #remembrance #lestweforget
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Military Shop 15 August 1945 – Japan Surrenders to end WWII
Victory over Japan Day
On this day in 1945, the Empire of Japan surrendered to the Allied Powers. The instrument of surrender was signed aboard the USS Missouri, where General Thomas Blamey represented the Commonwealth of Australia. The Japanese surrender brought an end to WWII and the bitter fighting of the Pacific Campaign, in which Australia had played a crucial part. https://www.militaryshop.com.au/features/WWII.html
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Victory over Japan Day
On this day in 1945, the Empire of Japan surrendered to the Allied Powers. The instrument of surrender was signed aboard the USS Missouri, where General Thomas Blamey represented the Commonwealth of Australia. The Japanese surrender brought an end to WWII and the bitter fighting of the Pacific Campaign, in which Australia had played a crucial part. https://www.militaryshop.com.au/features/WWII.html
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Military Shop The British and German governments are issuing a unique joint appeal to communities across the world to ring their church, military and other bells in unison on Armistice Day to mark the hundredth anniversary of the end of the first world war.
RSL National shared Military Shop's post. 3 Comments And Goulburn RSL Sub-branch didn't have the foresight to go with this idea in Goulburn.
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Legion Scotland The emblem of Legion Scotland and the Returned and Services League of Australia are projected onto the ramparts of Edinburgh Castle during last nights show. 4 Standard Bearers form Legion Scotland took post on the esplanade to take the Salute and Last Post.
RSL National shared Legion Scotland's post.
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Legion Scotland The start of a very special relationship.
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Legion Scotland The Returned Services League of Australia 'Digger Bears' have been getting around Scotland.
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RSL New South Wales Veterans and their families will join millions of Australians transacting with government online through myGov. As part of its program to modernise and streamline services, the Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA) - in partnership with the Department of Human Services - will link online services with myGov.
Minister for Veterans’ Affairs Darren Chester said this change allows veterans and their families to access DVA services in the same place they access Medicare, the Australian Taxation Office, Centrelink and other government services.
Services currently available through MyAccount will transition to MyService over the next 12-18 months, which has been co-designed with ex-service organisations, veterans and their families.
Instructions on how to register for myGov are available through the myGov website 👉 bit.ly/MyGovAU
Details on how to register for MyService are available by clicking here 👉bit.ly/MyServiceAU
Veterans and their families may also contact RSL DefenceCare on (02) 8088 0388 to seek further clarity on the transition of these online services.
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Minister for Veterans’ Affairs Darren Chester said this change allows veterans and their families to access DVA services in the same place they access Medicare, the Australian Taxation Office, Centrelink and other government services.
Services currently available through MyAccount will transition to MyService over the next 12-18 months, which has been co-designed with ex-service organisations, veterans and their families.
Instructions on how to register for myGov are available through the myGov website 👉 bit.ly/MyGovAU
Details on how to register for MyService are available by clicking here 👉bit.ly/MyServiceAU
Veterans and their families may also contact RSL DefenceCare on (02) 8088 0388 to seek further clarity on the transition of these online services.
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Legion Scotland An outstanding display of remembrance and comradeship during GP90 at the Menin Gate. Some photos from the event and from other travels over two days. More photos and videos to follow
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British and Commonwealth Military “Today we honour the fallen of all nations, commemorate all those who participated in this great endeavour, and celebrate the bonds of friendship which unite our nations.” — The Duke of Cambridge
#Amiens100:
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RSLWA We love receiving visitors, especially when they come bearing gifts! 😍
On this table are 24 pullovers and beanies hand knitted by an amazing group of women, lead by Laurin from the Nollamara Sub-Branch. 💖Each lovingly crafted piece was made with donated wool from the Vietnam Boys of Nollamara and the local community.
Laurin was kind enough to drop them to RSLWA so that we can distribute them to veterans in need. 💕
Thank you to Laurin and her amazing team!
#HW18
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On this table are 24 pullovers and beanies hand knitted by an amazing group of women, lead by Laurin from the Nollamara Sub-Branch. 💖Each lovingly crafted piece was made with donated wool from the Vietnam Boys of Nollamara and the local community.
Laurin was kind enough to drop them to RSLWA so that we can distribute them to veterans in need. 💕
Thank you to Laurin and her amazing team!
#HW18
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Veterans Film Festival On this day on 9 August 1942, HMAS Canberra was lost during the Battle of Savo, during one of the worst allied losses in World War 2. 84 of the crew were killed or died later of their injuries.
http://www.navy.gov.au/hmas-canberra-i
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RSL New South Wales Leading Seaman Roger Dalby has been awarded a third Federation Star for 50 years of continuous service. Dalby joined the Royal Australian Navy in 1968 as a Junior Recruit at HMAS Leeuwin. He has served 37 years at sea in over a dozen ships - patrol boats, replenishment ships, destroyers, an aircraft carrier and has been decorated for service in conflicts from the Middle East to Vietnam.Thank you for your service, Roger! Read Roger's full story here 👉 bit.ly/50YearsService
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RSL Victoria Trooper Henry Eric Whitehead of Caramut in Victoria, enlisted in 8th Australian Light Horse Regiment in December 1914 (under the name of Eric Whitehead), and embarked from Australia with B Squadron on 25 February 1915. Due to service in Senior Cadets, he was commissioned as a Temporary 2nd Lieutenant (2Lt) in the field at Gallipoli. On 7 August 1915, 2Lt Whitehead was killed in action during the attack on the Turkish trenches at The Nek, age 25, and has no known grave.
Read more about the Charge at The Nek on the Australian War Memorial
website: https://www.awm.gov.au/collection/E133
#96DaysToGo #100StoriesFor100Days #CentenaryofArmistice #RemembranceDay2018 #WeWillRememberThem #PoppyAppeal
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Read more about the Charge at The Nek on the Australian War Memorial
website: https://www.awm.gov.au/collection/E133
#96DaysToGo #100StoriesFor100Days #CentenaryofArmistice #RemembranceDay2018 #WeWillRememberThem #PoppyAppeal
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RSA National 73 years ago today, the world’s first deployed atomic bomb was dropped over the Japanese city of Hiroshima during World War II.
The explosion destroyed 90 percent of the city and immediately killed 80,000 people, tens of thousands more died of radiation exposure soon after.
We will remember them.
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The explosion destroyed 90 percent of the city and immediately killed 80,000 people, tens of thousands more died of radiation exposure soon after.
We will remember them.
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RSL New South Wales Today we remember the Battle of Lone Pine - one of the most intense battles in our ANZAC history. The four-day battle resulted in more than 2,000 Australian casualties. The service and sacrifice of these brave individuals will not be forgotten. Lest We Forget #LonePine
RSL National shared RSL New South Wales's photo. 3 Comments Lest we forget Respect all those who served thank you for your service Was there last OCtober... Its a sobering place
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Remembering 100 Tasmanian heroes THE dedication of the first trees on the Soldiers’ Memorial Avenue on this day a century ago coincided with the start of 100 days of Allied victories leading to the armistice on November 11, 1918.
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RSL New South Wales Farmers across the state are facing ruin as the drought crisis worsens. RSL DefenceCare can provide urgent financial assistance and counselling for Australian veterans and their immediate families living in NSW who are affected by disaster. Army veteran Rodney Jones from the Northern Tablelands recently received financial assistance from DefenceCare to help feed his live stock. To request assistance contact RSL DefenceCare on (02) 8088 0388 or click the link 👉 bit.ly/FundAssistance.
How else can you help? Make a donation to Buy a Bale, which will help farmers who need assistance feeding their animals. Click here to donate 👉 bit.ly/BuyABaleDonate
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How else can you help? Make a donation to Buy a Bale, which will help farmers who need assistance feeding their animals. Click here to donate 👉 bit.ly/BuyABaleDonate
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British and Commonwealth Military Now THIS is living history!
During April 2015 in Auckland City, Wellington and Christchurch, Kiwis had the opportunity to look back into history and learn about what the New Zealand soldiers experienced during the war. A reenactment showed soldiers in trenches but with a twist — the entire live scene was in black and white, just as if it was a piece of history taken straight from the film archives of the Great War.
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During April 2015 in Auckland City, Wellington and Christchurch, Kiwis had the opportunity to look back into history and learn about what the New Zealand soldiers experienced during the war. A reenactment showed soldiers in trenches but with a twist — the entire live scene was in black and white, just as if it was a piece of history taken straight from the film archives of the Great War.
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Veterans Film Festival Victoria Cross Medal recipients have got together in Nowra.
http://www.abc.net.au/news/2018-07-30/victoria-cross-recipients-reunite-on-australian-soil/10049398
#veterans #victoriacross
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There are quite a few SC and GC recipients among ... Three Aussies missing. Didn’t they make the cut ?
http://www.abc.net.au/news/2018-07-30/victoria-cross-recipients-reunite-on-australian-soil/10049398
#veterans #victoriacross
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There are quite a few SC and GC recipients among ...
RSL New South Wales As part of the Defence Australia team supporting the Australian humanitarian assistance effort to Laos in response to the collapse of a dam in Attapeu Province, a Royal Australian Air Force C-17A Globemaster from No 36 Squadron departed RAAF Base Amberley loaded with Australian Aid for disaster relief in Laos. Emergency supplies included tents, water containers and hygiene kits #YourADF #AusAirForce #ThankYou
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RSL National added 2 new photos. 1 Comments For remote areas a great idea.
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Veterans Film Festival Who's in Tassie?
https://www.examiner.com.au/news/local-news/5549258/great-war-floor-talk-with-australian-war-memorial-director-dr-brendan-nelson/
#ww1 #warmuseum #tasmania #AWM
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https://www.examiner.com.au/news/local-news/5549258/great-war-floor-talk-with-australian-war-memorial-director-dr-brendan-nelson/
#ww1 #warmuseum #tasmania #AWM
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Anzac Bears "I encourage you to give generously to this initiative, to donate a bear to your local school and help fulfil Australia’s oldest promise: that at the going down of the sun and in the morning, we will remember them."
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Australian War Memorial Tune into the Life on the Line podcast with Australian War Memorial's Michael Kelly: The Korean War.
Website: https://www.lifeonthelinepodcast.com/podcast/2018/7/20/the-korean-war-with-michael-kelly
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Website: https://www.lifeonthelinepodcast.com/podcast/2018/7/20/the-korean-war-with-michael-kelly
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British and Commonwealth Military Haunting silhouette of British Tommy projected onto Rock of Gibraltar in moving tribute to mark 100th anniversary of Armistice
https://www.thesun.co.uk/news/6864692/rock-of-gibraltar-british-tommy-tribute-silhouette-armistice-100th-anniversary-world-war-one/
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https://www.thesun.co.uk/news/6864692/rock-of-gibraltar-british-tommy-tribute-silhouette-armistice-100th-anniversary-world-war-one/
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RSL New South Wales Today we remember the 65th anniversary of the Korean War Armistice. Approximately 17,000 Australian personnel from the Royal Australian Navy, Royal Australian Air Force and Australian Army served in the Korean War.
The Royal Australian Navy committed ships four days after the war began; the Royal Australian Air Force's No. 77 Squadron was deployed to Korea within a week of the invasion, and the first Australian ground troops arrived in September 1950.
339 Australians lost their lives. 1,200 were wounded and 30 were taken prisoner.
Lest We Forget.
Image: An Australian P-51 Mustang pilot of No. 77 Squadron returns from a combat mission.
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The Royal Australian Navy committed ships four days after the war began; the Royal Australian Air Force's No. 77 Squadron was deployed to Korea within a week of the invasion, and the first Australian ground troops arrived in September 1950.
339 Australians lost their lives. 1,200 were wounded and 30 were taken prisoner.
Lest We Forget.
Image: An Australian P-51 Mustang pilot of No. 77 Squadron returns from a combat mission.
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Le Tour de Teddy With the formalities at Government House complete, Private Teddy Groves now resumes his critical role of providing Close Personal Protection to the Prime Minister. (The opportunity arose when Pte Teddy was last over in Canberra negotiating a fairer GST dividend for his fellow West Australians.)
Thanks to the superb team in the office of the Federal Minister for Veterans Affairs. You know who you are !, stay classy The Hon Mr. Turnbull, The Hon Mr. Chester, and team.
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Thanks to the superb team in the office of the Federal Minister for Veterans Affairs. You know who you are !, stay classy The Hon Mr. Turnbull, The Hon Mr. Chester, and team.
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Anzac Bears Woohoo! More than 500 bears donated to 334 schools and it's a time to say THANK YOU to all who supported. But this is just the beginning of a long journey to send a bear to all primary schools in Australia.
Donate, promote in your community, share this post and if you have a website, link it to anzacbears.com.au. Spread the word!
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Donate, promote in your community, share this post and if you have a website, link it to anzacbears.com.au. Spread the word!
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