| Place | Asia: Burma, Mergui |
|---|---|
| Accession Number | ART28535.009 |
| Collection type | Art |
| Measurement | Overall: 15.2 x 22.7 cm (image); 17.7 x 25.3 cm (sheet) |
| Object type | Work on paper |
| Physical description | pencil on paper |
| Maker |
Korsch, John Donald |
| Place made | Burma: Mergui |
| Date made | 1942 |
| Conflict |
Second World War, 1939-1945 |
| Copyright |
Item copyright: AWM Licensed copyright |
2nd Mergui Camp, Burma
Description
Living quarters of the 2nd Mergui Prisoner of War Camp, one of the best prisoner of war camp in the Far East. The construction is of wood pole frames, with bamboo matting coverings and an attap (palm frond) roof. The two storey building had a large passageway down the centre, electric lights connected and was partly furnished with stools and tables.