Description: Gallipoli interest, WW1 ANZAC officer's trench whistle. A superb early war example of a trench whistle, issued to officers and NCOs of infantry units. When sounded, these whistles were the signal for soldiers to climb the ladders and leave the relative safety of the trenches to go forward and face the enemy. In most cases, certain death. This action, described by the soldiers themselves as going "OVER THE TOP" is perhaps the most indelible image of the First World War. "At Gallipoli early on 7 August 1915, the sounds of trench whistles heralded the beginning of the brave but tragic assault by the dismounted Australian 3rd Light Horse Brigade on the Turkish positions at the Nek." This rare whistle belonged to an officer from the 14th Battalion, which formed part of the 4th Brigade of the AIF (Australian Imperial Forces) and has remained in the possession of the family until recently. It is now being offered for sale to someone who has an interest in Australian military history. All reasonable offers will be considered. Please check the pictures for description and condition. Sent with Australia Post + tracking. Thank you for viewing our listing.
Price: 150 USD
Location: Blackburn, VIC
End Time: 2024-11-15T02:25:41.000Z
Shipping Cost: 10 USD
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Conflict: WW I (1914-18)
Original/Reproduction: Original
Theme: Militaria
Country/Region of Manufacture: United Kingdom
Region of Origin: Australia
