Albert (Bert) Thomas

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TitleAlbert (Bert) ThomasObject TypePortraitDate1914-1918DescriptionPortrait of Albert (Bert) Thomas in WWI uniform.

Provenance and SignifcanceAlbert Thomas was born 3 October 1886, the son of William and Jane Thomas (nee Pearson).

The family lived at 'Oakvale' farm, Calderwood.

Albert worked at Joe Izzard's store at Albion Park when he was a teenager. He also worked for Charlie 'Ameera' Box and delivered groceries to all parts of the district.

Albert conducted his own store at Waterloo in Sydney and then worked at a store at Beenleigh Queensland before enlisting for service with the 41st Battalion, serving in France in WWI. Albert's brother Walter, also served in WWI.

On his return from war he lived in Queensland before moving to Wollongong to live with his sisters, Fanny and Gladys Thomas. He died in Wollongong in 1965.
DonorThomas, Yvonne

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MaterialTimber and glass.Dimensions54cm x 43cm

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PersonThomas, WalterCollectionObjectsFamilyThomas

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