| Places | |
|---|---|
| Accession Number | PR00555 |
| Collection type | Private Record |
| Record type | Collection |
| Measurement | 1 Item |
| Object type | Diary |
| Date made | 1942-1943 |
| Access | Open |
| Related File This file can be copied or viewed via the Memorial’s Reading Room. | AWM371 95/0131 |
| Conflict |
Second World War, 1939-1945 |
1. Bayliss, Cliff (Lance Corporal); 2, Crispin, K
Description
Diary maintained while a prisoner of the Japanese by Bayliss from 5 May 1942 until his death, then by Crispin until December 1943. Provides a detailed daily record, commenting on food, work, treatment by Japanese, deaths, various camps while working on the railway, medical situation, comparisons of AIF and British morale.