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CONTAINER: FOR WAX MATCHES, WILLIAM BROWNING

c. 1910
Overview

Copper wax cigarette container with hinged lid which has a small ring on top. Scored section on base for striking matches. Rounded oblong shape. Scattered dark brown and reddish blotches mark the surface.

Historical information

Discussion with donor, nephew of Bugler William Browning whose personal effects returned to the family after his death at Gallipoli included this item.
William Browning enlisted in 21 September 1914 at Blackboy Hill Camp as part of the 16th Battalion. He was Killed in Action at Gallipoli 1 May 1915.
Mother GA Browning lived at 27 (later 30 Hilda Street West Subiaco WA.

Details

Details

Registration number
cwa-org-43-2005.86
Item type
Objects
Material
Copper
Width
35 mm
Height or length
50 mm
Keywords
Personal Items
COSTUME ACCESSORIES
GODDARD, Albert Clyde
Gallipoli Campaign
World War One
BROWNING, William
Photographed 2023
BROWNING, William
Hilda Street
West Subiaco
Year
c. 1910
Statement of significance

Example of personal effects of the period. Historical significance World War One - personal effects of fallen soldier.

Last modified
Monday, 19 October, 2026
Completeness
94
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