Selby, Colin J (Sapper : b. 1920 - d. 2008)

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Accession Number MSS0740
Collection type Manuscript
Measurement 1 wallet : 1 cm
Object type Manuscript
Maker Selby, Colin J
Date made Unknown
Access Open
Related File This file can be copied or viewed via the Memorial’s Reading Room. AWM371 92/0216
Conflict Second World War, 1939-1945
Copying Provisions Copyright restrictions apply. Only personal, non-commercial, research and study use permitted. Permission of copyright holder required for any commercial use and/or reproduction.
Description

Manuscript titled `The End of '42', describing the author's experiences during the Sanananda campaign. Describes air raids at Port Moresby; action against the Japanese at Kokoda, Wairopi, Popondetta, and Soputa; disease; air raids; use of flame throwers; and bridge construction. The collection is comprised of the original typed manuscript draft and a photocopy.