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HMAS Sydney's Carley Float

One of the most poignant objects in the Australian War Memorial is the battered survivor of our worst-ever naval disaster. What happened to this liferaft and why is it so special?

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For the Honour of Australia: All that was left of the Emden

Jack Lane (actor unknown) recounts the story of the Sydney’s battle with the Emden, which is re-created with historical and miniatures footage.

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For the Honour of Australia: New sailors board the Tingira

New recruits to the Royal Australian Navy are rowed to the Tingira, their training ship, in Sydney Harbour.

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For the Honour of Australia: 'The Sydney's first shot for Australia'

A radar operator receives a brief message from an island near Cocos Island, saying that an ‘enemy cruiser’ has landed men on the island.