Summary
Australian passport, issued by the Commonwealth of Australia, to Lili Sigalas in 1977 in Athens.
Lili Sigalas (nee Vrahamis), born in 1904, migrated to Australia in 1922 to marry Letho Sigalas. The couple were married at the Greek Orthodox Church on Victoria Parade, Melbourne in 1923. They moved in a very sociable set, composed of their own young Greek cousins. They had cars, sophistication and some affluence.
Lili travelled abroad frequently, both with her family and with friends. She was active in the Melbourne Greek community and was a member of the International Club and the Greek Red Cross. Letho passed away in 1964 and from 1966 onwards Lili divided her time between Melbourne and Greece. She passed away in Melbourne in 2004.
Physical Description
Blue soft cover with Australian crest, crown and 'Australia Passport' inscribed in gold lettering. Inside pages include photo of Lili and signature, various visa stamps.
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Acquisition Information
Donation from Babette Sigalas, 29 Mar 2004
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Overall Dimensions
15.5 cm (Length), 9.7 cm (Width)
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Exhibition Collection Management
155 mm (Length), 97 mm (Width)
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Keywords
Greek Communities, Greek Immigration, Identity Cards, Immigration, Travel & Tourism
