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
- 1803 Pattern Infantry Officer's Sword
- 1796 Pattern Light Cavalry Sabre
- Bayonet - 1888 Pattern Magazine Lee-Enfield
- British 1860 Pattern Martini Henry Yatagan Sword Bayonet
- World War 1, Tin Cup with Folding Handles
- World War 2, Australian Army Issue Enamel Drinking Cup
- World War 1 - Australian Army Issue Water Canteen
- World War 1, South-West Asia, Turkey, Gallipoli, SILAS, "Crusading at Anzac"
- Pillbox Hat - Artillery Officer
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