| Places | |
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| Accession Number | PR00566 |
| Collection type | Private Record |
| Record type | Collection |
| Measurement | 1 Item |
| Object type | Papers |
| Maker |
Maxwell, John Grenfell |
| Date made | 1915 |
| Access | Open |
| Related File This file can be copied or viewed via the Memorial’s Reading Room. | AWM371 95/0228 |
| Conflict |
First World War, 1914-1918 |
| Copyright |
Item copyright: Copyright expired - public domain
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| Copying Provisions | Copyright expired. Copying permitted subject to physical condition. Permission for reproduction not required. |
Maxwell, Sir John (Lieutenant-General)
Description
Copy of speech ordered by Lt-Gen Sir J. Maxwell (Commanding the Forces in Egypt). Regards `disgraceful' behaviour of some Australian and New Zealand troops during a riot which occurred in Cairo on 31st July 1915, and complaints of assaults by troops on locals. Culprits are berated for tarnishing reputation of fellow soldiers and country.