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German Heavy Field Howitzer

German Heavy Field Howitzer Model: schwere Feldhaubitze 1902 (sFH 02)Serial Number: 135Year of Manufacture: 1904Manufacturers: KruppCountry of Production: Germany Specifications: Calibre: 150mm (5.9Inch)Gun Weight: 2100kgWeight of Shell: 40.5kgVelocity of Shell: 325 metres per secondElevation: 0 to 42 degrees Traverse: 4 degrees left and rightMaximum Range: 7,450m Theatre of Operations: World War 1 – Western Front. The Imperial Germany Army went to war in 1914 with 416 of… Continue reading German Heavy Field Howitzer

M113A1 Armoured Personnel Carrier (APC)

The M113A1 Armoured Personnel Carrier (APC) The M113 is a fully tracked armoured personnel carrier (APC) that entered service with the Australian Defence Force in 1964 and remained in service with the Australian Army for almost 50 years. Model: M113A1Serial Number: Year of Manufacture: Manufacturer: FMC CorporationCountry of Production: USA Specifications: Crew: 2 Other Troops: 11Power Plant: General Motors 6V-53 Detroit Diesel… Continue reading M113A1 Armoured Personnel Carrier (APC)

German Heavy Field Howitzer – Short Barrel

25 Pounder Quick Firing Gun Model: Mark II Serial Number: 5071 Year of Manufacture: 1940 Manufacturers: Charles Ruwolt Pty Ltd Country of Production: Australia Specifications: Crew: 6 men Calibre: 87.6mm (3.45 inch) Gun Weight: 1633kg Gun Length: 4.6m (15ft) Shells: 25 Pounders used a separate charge and shell Types of Shell: High Explosive, Armour Piercing, Smoke and Star (illumination) Rate of Fire: Up to 6-8… Continue reading German Heavy Field Howitzer – Short Barrel

25 Pounder Quick Firing Gun

25 Pounder Quick Firing Gun Model: Mark IISerial Number: 5071Year of Manufacture: 1940Manufacturers: Charles Ruwolt Pty LtdCountry of Production: Australia Specifications: Crew: 6 men Calibre: 87.6mm (3.45 inch)Gun Weight: 1633kgGun Length: 4.6m (15ft) Shells: 25 Pounders used a separate charge and shellTypes of Shell: High Explosive, Armour Piercing, Smoke and Star (illumination)Rate of Fire: Up to 6-8 rounds per minute Traverse: 5 degrees left and rightMaximum… Continue reading 25 Pounder Quick Firing Gun

Nasho 57 Exhibition

nasho ’57: 98 days at pucka Nasho ’57: 98 Days at Pack from the permanent collection of ANVAM On display at the Bendigo Military Museum 31st January – 26th July 2026 Back to What’s On

The Art of Sacrifice

The Art of Sacrifice The Art of Sacrifice – George Petrou OAM On display at the Bendigo Military Museum 23rd August 2025 – 18th January 2026 The Art of Sacrifice shares George Petrou’s deeply personal journey-an artist’s tribute to Australia’s service personnel, born from his own battle with cancer. During chemotherapy in 2010,… Continue reading The Art of Sacrifice

The Mapmarkers Exhibition

The Mapmakers Charting Australia’s Defence: The Legacy of the Royal Australian Survey Corps 10th May – 10th August 2025 For over 80 years, the Royal Australian Survey Corps (RASvy), with its Field Survey Units, and its main base at Fortuna Villa in Bendigo, played a vital role in the defence of the nation and… Continue reading The Mapmarkers Exhibition

Unearthing the band rotunda

Unearthing the Band Rotunda: A Hidden View of Bendigo Step beyond the museum’s walls and ascend to the heritage-listed Band Rotunda, a rarely seen treasure perched atop the Soldiers Memorial Institute. Normally closed to the public, this exclusive opening invites you to unearth a hidden piece of Bendigo’s history. As you climb the original staircase,… Continue reading Unearthing the band rotunda

Unearth Your Family’s Past: Military Memorabilia Discovery Day

Unearth Your Family’s Past: Military Memorabilia Discovery Day After ANZAC Day commemorations, continue your journey of remembrance by unearthing your family’s hidden military history at the BMM’s Antiques Roadshow-style event. This special event invites you to bring in 3-5 items of military memorabilia from your family’s collection for expert identification and insight. Our panel… Continue reading Unearth Your Family’s Past: Military Memorabilia Discovery Day

Behind the Façade of the Bendigo Military Museum

Behind the Façade of the Bendigo Military Museum Step beyond the exhibits and uncover some of Bendigo’s hidden history with an exclusive Behind the Scenes Tour of the Soldiers Memorial Institute Building. As part of the 2025 Australian Heritage Festival, this special tour offers rare access to areas of the museum not normally open to… Continue reading Behind the Façade of the Bendigo Military Museum