Summary

Beanie worn by Peter Auty. This is one of a number of hats which Peter wore. It was found with his CFA gear; it is uncertain if he used it while firefighting.

Part of a collection that documents the life of Peter Auty, illustrating his colourful and interesting life, and why he was well loved by his community, recognized in the Victorian Parliament, and awarded two medals posthumously for the important role he played on and following Black Saturday. This collection forms part of the Victorian Bushfires Collection. This large and diverse collection was established following Black Saturday and includes a multi-disciplinary collection of artefacts, images and stories to record the experience and impact of bushfires across Victoria's landscape, ecology and history.

Physical Description

Knitted woollen beanie, brown, with 'Thinsulate' lining. There is a hole in the knitted layer.

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