Used in World War Two, these gloves were used for handling mines and were issued to Sub Lieutenant Peter Taylor.
More to explore.
The Wartime Artwork of Owen (Miles) Spence
A selection of drawings from Owen (Miles) Spence from the Navy Museum collection.
The scuttling of the Graf Spee video
Short video of the scuttling of the Battleship the Admiral Graf Spee.
A sailor’s diary – Battle of Kolombangara
AB Johnstone remembers the Battle of Kolombangara in his diary.
Minesweeper’s Gloves
Minesweeper’s gloves were made by home crafters and sent to ship’s crews.
Operation Struggle
Midget submarine XE3 carried out a successful attack on a Japanese cruiser.
Signalling Victory and Survival
White Ensign made by New Zealanders in a Japanese POW Camp.
Suitcase with a story
This small brown suitcase has a fascinating story from WW2.
Wrens
Brief history of women’s war service in New Zealand Navy.
Cup and Saucer
Cup and saucer from ‘Paragon Patriotic’ series World War Two.
Images from Battle of the River Plate
Gallery of images from the Battle of the River Plate.