New Zealand. Army. New Zealand General Hospital, No. 3 (Bari, Italy)

Date: 1941-1943

From: New Zealand. Department of Internal Affairs. War History Branch :Photographs relating to World War 1914-1918, World War 1939-1945, occupation of Japan, Korean War, and Malayan Emergency

Reference: PA1-q-304

Description: Photographs relating to the New Zealand Army Nursing Service in Egypt, the Western Desert and Italy, taken by an unidentified photographer. The only people named in the album are Matron-in-Chief of the 2nd NZEF, Emma Nutsey, and General Sir H Alexander who visited the No 2 New Zealand General Hospital in Caserta. The first section includes the No 1 New Zealand Casualty Clearing Station, North African campaig; Mersa Matruh, a group of nurses outside the German and Italian hospital at Mersa Matruh; the nurses' compound at El Garbanyat; nurses at Agedabia; a wrecked german plance at Agedabia; and washing day in the desert No 1 NZ General Hospital at Helwan, showing the exterior of the former Grand Hotel; the sister's mess and garden around the mess; award at Helwan; and the first "mess" wedding held at the Kiwi Club in Helwan. No 2 NZ General Hospital at Gerawla in the Western Desert; railway station; signs warning of minefields; packing for departure. No 2 NZ General Hospital at Caserta; flooding at Caserta; General Sir H Alexander visites Caserta; wedding of Lieutenant J Searing and his wife, the first military wedding at Caserta. No 3 NZ General Hospital (Helmieh, Egypt) at the Helmieh Garrison; nursing sisters' mess; tent accomodation; sick bay; convalescent soldiers; mud and straw bricks being transported by native labour; the No 3 Hospital moves out from Helmieh in a convoy en route to Beirut, Syria. Beirut, officers' mess, matron's cottage, sisters' lounge, WAAC mess, and a fire in the WAAC's mess. Tripoli, the sisters' mess; Kiwi Concert Party; aerial photo of No 3 NZ General Hospital at Bari, Italy. Quantity: 1 album(s) Album(s). Physical Description: Album in faded green paper cover, entitled "Photography" in black lettering; 34.5 x 22.0 cm

Date: 1945

From: Meachen, Clarence, 1907-1981 :Photograph albums

Reference: PA1-o-1276

Description: Lady Mountbatten and other people associated with an Occupatioanl and Diversional Therapy Exhibition which was held in Rome at the Vigna De Pepoli, Dei Pepoli, in May 1945, under the auspices of the British War Organisiation. Included is a photograph of Clarence Meachen with Lady Mountbatten. Photographs of an exhibition of occupational and diversional therapy work at No 3 New Zealand General Hospital, Bari, and a visit to the hospital by Lady Mountbatten. The exhibition includes embroidery, tapestry, soft toys, objects made from perspex, and drawings. There are also photographs of the Ocupational Therapy Store in Rome with (presumably) customers inspecting the goods. Ex-prisoners of war arriving in Egypt and attending a garden party at the Kiwi Club in Cairo, February 1945. Photographs of the Base Store at Bari, italy. Quantity: 1 album(s) Album(s).

Date: 1945

By: Union Jack (Newspaper); Walshe, M M, active 1945

Reference: Eph-D-WAR-WII-1945-01

Description: Newspaper billboard signed by staff and patients (36) from the 3rd NZGH Bari. One signature dated 9 May 1945. The 36 autographs include those of: Murray Vernon, Jack Dallimore, HTK Kaa, T Shield, Robert McEwan, D Corokie, S J Wright, E N Wilson, N Templeman, R Pearse, Pte C Cahill, S Conway, Nurse M M Andrew. An inscription at the top reads: "This is the property of M M Walshe, witness ... R? N Scott". Inscriptions: Recto - above image - "This is the property of M M Walshe / witness ... Scott" Quantity: 1 colour photo-mechanical print(s) on poster. Physical Description: Block print, pen and pencil, on poster 760 x 512 mm.

Date: 1946

From: New Zealand. Parliamentary Library : Papers relating to World War One and World War Two

By: Smith, Arthur Kingston, 1911-1981

Reference: MSX-9562

Description: Volume is a carbon copy typescript of Arthur K Smith's work 'Life in Northern Italy'. Manuscript was typed by Miss Valmai R Baird at Wingatui Otago in 1945 and 1946. The narrative covers Smith's last nine months in Northern Italy serving with the Number One New Zealand Convalescent Depot at Senigallia. Topics include military life, travel, local people, hospital treatment, education, and hockey. Smith describes his admittance to hospital for worms and treatment at Bari, also discusses his inferiority complex [mental health]. On leave he travelled to cities such as Rome, Venice, Loreto, and San Marino, and viewed local castles, including for Gradara. Smith describes military accomodation such as Albergo Danielli and the New Zealand Forces Club at Venice. A teacher before the war, Smith continued his interest in education visiting Rome University and Tasso primary school. Smith records the announcement of and celebration of Victory over Europe Day. A hockey player, Smith continued his sporting activities and describes matches and playing hockey with the New Zealand Forces Hockey team. At the end of the memoir Smith leaves Italy to return to New Zealand. The memoir mentions the names of several people Smith met including Padre West, Lew Billington, Ken White of Gore, Vern Joel, Sergeant Major W R Hardy, Sergeant Major B M A Maslin, Sergeant T Heene, Sergeant A Stevens, Corporal A Williams, Bombardier V Joel, Driver L H Shillington, Private Hayes, Reg Hayden, and Jack Maydon. The diary contains illustrations including a sketch map of Venice. Title supplied by Library. Quantity: 1 volume(s) Diary with illustrations. Physical Description: Black cover, bound typescript, with title and General Assembly Library logo embossed in gold on front cover. 25.5 x 20.2 cm

Date: 1943-1945

From: New Zealand. Department of Internal Affairs. War History Branch :Photographs relating to World War 1914-1918, World War 1939-1945, occupation of Japan, Korean War, and Malayan Emergency

By: Kaye, George Frederick, 1914-2004

Reference: PAColl-4161-01-079

Description: Some photographs have captions, including a few taken by G F Kaye. Ruins of cathedral in Ortona, Jan 1944 (Kaye); basutos unloading ammunition under direction at Italian front, 24 Dec 1944; Capt M H Aitchison and Flight Commander Capt P H Henderson (RAF Light Aerial Reconnaissance) discussing a duty given to them by NZ Artillery, 1944; sound ranging equipment; combined church and ceremonial parade, Volturno Valley, 30 Jan 1944. Four brothers from Port Chalmers - D Clark, R Clark, J Clark and H Clark; soldiers with Italian children; war posters (Churchill); tank crew cooking a meal during battle for Florence (includes F H Lunham, M W Howard, E A Gabites & J C Becker); Major M J Fitchett, Pte W M Cleary, Pte R Hood, Sgt B G Sicley at work in Pathological Lab, NZ General Hospital in Southern Italy, Feb 1944; G S Brown & C F Bunting with souvenir Nazi flag; infantry formation making way to front line, 24 Dec 1944 (Kaye); men of 29 Battery, 6th NZ Field Regiment bathing at Divisional Artillery Rest Area near Trieste; dining room of the NZ Force Club in Florence (previously the Hotel Baglioni); soldiers welcomed at liberated village with glass of wine. Wedding at NZ Gen Hospital of Capt Ronald Arthur Tinker & Sister Elsie Francis Brown, 14 Apr 1945; wedding at 3 NZGH, Bari of Capt H C Vivian & Margaret Graham (NZWAAC); wedding at 3NZGH of Tpr James A Yardley and nurse Margaret M Andrew, 8 Aug 1845. Puvilis Travaini and Capt B M Silk competing in All Italy Golf Championship in Rome; L Brown & Capt F Mitchell, Team Manager (two members of NZ team which gained second place at Inter-Services Athletic Meeting held at Udine); H W Turvey & C Hollis relaxing at Lido, Senigallia; game of `Two-Up'; bomb damage to mountain village of Gessopalena, Dec 1943 (Kaye); close-up of J L Tantrum who was rider at the South-East Italian Motorcycle Championships held Aug 1945 at San Spirito Speedway; Faenza, Jan 1945 (photo by W K Lloyd); smoke from enemy shells at Orsogna, 1944; NZEF enroute to Italy; last resting place of `Teke' mascot of NZ Div Provost (alongside are J Richards & S F Stephens), Dec 1943; members of NZWAAC on staff at NZ Forces Club at Bari; I R W Cunningham reading at NZ Advance Base; and other miscellaneous photos. On 2 Oct 1943 the New Zealand Division was moved from Egypt to support the 8th Army in Italy. Quantity: 57 b&w original photographic print(s). Processing information: D Clarke, R Clarke, J Clarke and H Clarke had their names changed to Clark after contact from a family member.

Date: 17 or 18 Sep 1945

From: New Zealand. Department of Internal Affairs. War History Branch :Photographs relating to World War 1914-1918, World War 1939-1945, occupation of Japan, Korean War, and Malayan Emergency

By: Hayden, C, active 1945

Reference: DA-08439-F

Description: New arrivals, Third New Zealand General Hospital, Bari, Italy, after World War 2. Photograph taken by C Hayden between 17-18 September 1945. Caption on back of file print reads: "The hospital cinema acts as a reception room for stretcher cases just arrived at 3NZGH, Bari. Here the men are sorted into groups according to whether their complaints are surgical or medical; linen, eating utensils etc are issued and ward allotted to the patient. He is quickly handled and transferred to his ward bed." Other notes on file print read: Prisoners of War - German - Italy; Casualties - NZ - Italy Quantity: 1 b&w original negative(s). Physical Description: Film negative, 35mm

Date: [ca 25 Aug 1944]

From: New Zealand. Department of Internal Affairs. War History Branch :Photographs relating to World War 1914-1918, World War 1939-1945, occupation of Japan, Korean War, and Malayan Emergency

By: Trethewey, Allan W, active 1920-

Reference: DA-06568-F

Description: The wedding took place at the 3 New Zealand General Hospital in Bari, Italy, between Captain H C Vivian, NZA (Ak) and Miss Margaret Graham Roberson, NZWAAC (Ak) Group shows. From left, Major J McCredie (Hn), Miss June Cummins (Wn), bridgegroom and bride. Photograph taken circa 25 August 1944 by Allan W Trethewey. Quantity: 1 b&w original negative(s). Physical Description: Cellulosic film negative

Date: [ca Aug 1944]

From: New Zealand. Department of Internal Affairs. War History Branch :Photographs relating to World War 1914-1918, World War 1939-1945, occupation of Japan, Korean War, and Malayan Emergency

By: Elias, M D, active 1943

Reference: DA-06559-F

Description: The wedding took place at the 3 New Zealand General Hospital in Bari, Italy, between Lieutenant J W G Wilson (Southland) and Sister D J H Hards (Ngaio). Shows the wedding party outside the Sisters' Mess. Photograph taken circa August 1944 by M D Elias. Other - Names on file print Quantity: 1 b&w original negative(s). Physical Description: Cellulosic film negative

Date: 21 May 1944

From: New Zealand. Department of Internal Affairs. War History Branch :Photographs relating to World War 1914-1918, World War 1939-1945, occupation of Japan, Korean War, and Malayan Emergency

By: Bull, George Robert, 1910-1996

Reference: DA-05952-F

Description: Funeral of Sister A S Crampton leaving the chapel of the 3 New Zealand General Hospital in Bari, Italy, during World War II. Sister Crampton died on the night of 19/20 May, as the result of an accident. Photograph taken on 21 May 1944 by George Robert Bull. Quantity: 1 b&w original negative(s). Physical Description: Cellulosic film negative

Date: [ca Aug 1944]

From: New Zealand. Department of Internal Affairs. War History Branch :Photographs relating to World War 1914-1918, World War 1939-1945, occupation of Japan, Korean War, and Malayan Emergency

By: Elias, M D, active 1943

Reference: DA-06560-F

Description: The wedding took place at the 3 New Zealand General Hospital in Bari, Italy, between Captain S Walfenden (Onehunga) and Sister Maysie R Newham (Wanganui) Shows the wedding party outside the Sisters' Mess. Photograph taken circa August 1944 by M D Elias. Other - Names on file print Quantity: 1 b&w original negative(s). Physical Description: Cellulosic film negative

Date: 1945

From: [Christmas cards sent during the Second World War, from soldiers and other servicemen. 1940-1945].

Reference: Eph-A-CARDS-Christmas-WWII-1945-01

Description: Shows a green tiki superimposed on a red cross, on a background of stylised Christmas trees. Two copies held. Quantity: 1 colour photo-mechanical print(s) on Christmas greetings card.. Physical Description: Relief print on card 120 x 170 mm. Provenance: Donated by Mr G B Gilberd, in 1984.

Date: 1944

By: Haggett, Frank C, active 1930s; Gunn, Vernon Robert, 1879-1957

Reference: Eph-A-CARDS-Christmas-WWII-Graham-1944-03

Description: Airgraph produced from an airmailed photographic negative copy. The Christmas greeting card from 821031 Sister I M Thomas NZANS 3NZGH RNZAF, MEF shows Father Christmas and his sleigh being pulled by a team of eight or nine kiwi, above rooftops and domes of a European city towards a whare, tree fern and cabbage tree with Mount Taranaki in the distance. A censor's stamp is at the top right. Quantity: 1 b&w photo-mechanical print(s). Physical Description: Photograph, 136 x 107 mm.

Date: 1943-1945

From: New Zealand. Department of Internal Affairs. War History Branch :Photographs relating to World War 1914-1918, World War 1939-1945, occupation of Japan, Korean War, and Malayan Emergency

Reference: PA1-q-300

Description: Photographs of New Zealand military personnel serving in Italy during World War 2, 1943-1945, taken by various photographers and compiled for official purposes. Many individuals identified are listed, but while many others are identified in group portraits they are not named. Views of the No 1 New Zealand General Hospital at Molfetta; Prime Minister Peter Fraser visiting NZ troops in Italy (p 2-12, 18-19), including the occasion of his audience with the Pope at the Vatican and senior officers and chaplains after being received by the Pope at Vatican City; the chief prior of Abbey Monte Cassino returning to the ruins of the monastery (p 2). Views of a Divisional Flashspotting troop; a "jeep train" supplying men to forward areas, known as the "Ghost train" as it had to move in darkness; pursuit of Germans after the capture of Atima and Belmonte. The No 2 NZ Field Bakery in action; the No 2 NZ General Hospital at Caserta (p 10-12); the NZ Forestry Unit in Southern Italy Transport ship Gripsholm arriving in Algiers with repatriates from the UK, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa and other allies; swimming and boating sports at Arce; NZers on leave in Rome, Vatican City, St Peter's, Castel St Angelo, and the NZ Forces Club; a gymkhana, and wood chopping competition at Arce. NZ troops after the assault on Mount Lignano; the advance towards Florence; King George VI visiting the NZ Division during the advance to Florence; "Tuis" in Rome at John Keats House; a Regimental Aid post. Sound recording machines, helping locate enemy guns; clearing landmines; various armoured vehicles including German Tiger tanks, and other German Panzer tanks, Staghound armoured cars; M10 tank busters Members of the RNZNVR in the Mediterranean (p 50-51, 55); Italian partisans in Florence, and one view of Nikos Souris (worked with the escape system in Crete); New Zealanders arriving in Florence; New Zealand Forces Club in Florence. Weddings at the chapel at No 3 General Hosptial (Bari), and at All Saints Church in Rome; inspections by general Freyberg accompanied by senior Greek officers inspecting the 3rd Greek Brigade in Italy; Winston Churchill touring the 8th Army front. The RNZAF in Britain: fighter pilots of Hawker Tempest planes; pilots and navigators of a Mosquito squadron engaged in bombing targets behind German lines by night (British official photographs, p 60-63) Kiwi Concert Party entertaining children and adult refugees at a camp in Rome; a gala day held for Italian children by members of the No 21 NZ Battalion; the advance to Gambettola; troops on leave in Riccione; a donkey derby; advance through Faenza; scenes of Christmas celebrations in the No 3 NZ General Hospital and on the line in Italy. NZEF Middle East (p 104) the Honorable D G Sullivan visiting Maadi, NZEF Italy, Sullivan visiting the troops in Italy (p 107-110). A dance held at Senigallia as a farewell to members of Transport HQ returning to New Zealand under the replacement scheme; sporting activities including rugby, soccer and hockey; New Zealand High Commissioner to London visiting NZ troops and hospitals in italy; Sir Patrick Duff (British High Commissioner designate to NZ visiting Italy en route to NZ; Italian women partisans in Massa Lombarda; New Zealanders in Venice after having been liberated; a pontoon bridge over the River Po; meeting between General Freyberg and members of the Yugoslav Army; and NZ ex-prisoners of war at a NZ repatriation unit in Italy all of whom are named. Quantity: 1 album(s) Album(s). Physical Description: Album with faded blue cover, darker blue corners and spine; 34.5 x 22.0 cm