Author: Australia Military Genealogist
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Seeking the Family of Corporal Percival Thomas Beadle (1897–1917)
We are currently preparing for the re-dedication service of the Officer Avenue of Honour, to be held on 18 April 2026. As part of this commemorative event, we are searching for living relatives of Corporal Percival Thomas Beadel (Service Number 820) to join us in honouring his memory. Percival was a labourer from Officer, Victoria, Read more
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Restoring a WWI Soldier’s Portrait with AI
I recently experimented with using AI to restore a damaged photograph of an Australian soldier who was killed during World War I. The original image had deteriorated over time, developing numerous speckles and marks that obscured the soldier’s face and uniform. The Restoration Process Before: Original speckled image After: AI-cleaned restoration Using Google’s Gemini AI, Read more
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Officer Avenue of Trees: Seeking Relatives of WWI and WWII Fallen Servicemen
Help Us Connect with Families of These Brave Servicemen Australian Military Genealogy is reaching out to descendants and relatives of 16 servicemen from Officer, Victoria, who made the ultimate sacrifice during World War I and World War II. These heroes are now commemorated in the Officer Avenue of Trees, a memorial avenue of trees planted Read more
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AncestorSearch: A Game-Changer for Australian Military Genealogy Research
If you’ve ever tried searching for information about an Australian serviceman or woman using Google, you know the frustration: thousands of results dominated by irrelevant people search sites, social media profiles, and commercial databases that have nothing to do with military history. There’s a free tool that can transform how you conduct online research for Read more
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How to Start Researching Your WWI Australian Veteran Ancestor
Do you have a World War I veteran in your family tree? For many Australians, uncovering the stories of ancestors who served in the Great War is both a moving and rewarding experience. Whether you’re just beginning your journey into military family history or looking to expand on what you already know, this guide will Read more
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Remembering the Battle of Coral–Balmoral: Australia’s Largest Post-WWII Engagement
Introduction In Australian military history, the Battle of Coral–Balmoral stands as a defining moment of the Vietnam War. Spanning from 12 May to 6 June 1968, it was Australia’s largest and most sustained battle of the conflict — and indeed, the most significant combat engagement involving Australian forces since World War II. Amid the fierce Read more
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Why Researching an Ancestor’s Military Service Matters: Connecting the Past to Your Family Tree
As the researcher behind the scenes here at Australian Military Genealogy and in our wonderful Facebook community, one question I often get is:“Why would I research my ancestor’s military service?” The answer is simple—but powerful: because military service tells us who our ancestors were in some of the most defining moments of their lives. And Read more
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Honouring Our Local Heroes: The Benzley Brothers and the Spirit of Anzac
As the first light of dawn broke over Sunbury this Anzac Day, our community gathered in solemn reflection, united not just by tradition but by a deep and enduring sense of gratitude. In the hush of the early morning, we honoured not only the broader legacy of the Anzacs but also two local sons whose Read more