From the Collection #14 - Many Eyes, Better Outcomes
Part of the "From the Collection" series prepared and distributed to a subscribers' list during 2022 as a follow on to the "Virtual Visit" series initiated during the COVID lockdowns of 2020 and 2021 The collection focus of this item, titled "Many Eyes" and shows the benefits of collaboration.
The Australian Army Museum of Western Australia has a photograph collection which has benefited from wider public access particularly through Mosaic, Collections WA, Trove, social media (Facebook and Twitter) and our web site. Wider access through these channels has enable the Museum to identify previously unidentified individuals and events, link collection items, correct misattributed or incomplete documentation and assist other institutions with their story development.
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Typically only a small portion of a museum collection is exhibited at any one time. This is due not only to practical consideration of display space but a range of professional considerations designed to protect and preserve the artefact. This series highlights objects and stories you may have overlooked in the galleries or collection items awaiting the opportunity to be viewed and share their story.
Australian Army Museum of Western Australia
Australian Army Museum of Western Australia
Other items from Australian Army Museum of Western Australia
- World War 1, South West Asia, Palestine, Ottoman Soldier's Cap
- World War 1, Copper Statue of Digger
- World War 1, Medal Group - BRAZIER, 10 Light Horse
- World War 1, Medal Group, 799 NEUMANN, 28 Battalion AIF
- World War 1, Medal Group, 874 MOORE MM, 51 Battery, 13 Field Brigade
- World War 1, Medal Group, 1357 HODGE DCM, 11 Battalion AIF
- World War 1, Gallipoli Water Tank, 1915
- World War 1, Military Cross, 448 LINTOTT, 44 Battalion AIF
- Pre1914, Sword Belt, MUNDAY, Geraldton Rifle Volunteers, 1890
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