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22. Gramophone discs – John Curtin’s speeches, 1938 – 1944.

July 10, 2017July 7, 2017 John Curtin Prime Ministerial Library

John Curtin delivered numerous speeches during his working life and political career. Many of these were to live audiences with only a small number recorded for broadcast on radio … Continue reading 22. Gramophone discs – John Curtin’s speeches, 1938 – 1944.

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17. Freedom Casket and Illuminated Address, 1944.

May 29, 2017May 29, 2017 John Curtin Prime Ministerial Library

Earlier this month we featured object #15 John Curtin’s gold pocket watch, given to Curtin before his first overseas journey in 1924. We’ve chosen another shiny thing … Continue reading 17. Freedom Casket and Illuminated Address, 1944.

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