Flowers, William Alfred (Private, b.1920 - d.2012)

Place Asia: Singapore, Changi
Accession Number MSS1575
Collection type Manuscript
Measurement 1 Item
Object type Manuscript
Maker Flowers, William Alfred
Access Open
Related File This file can be copied or viewed via the Memorial’s Reading Room. AWM371 95/0577
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 by VX27026 Private Bill Flowers of 2/9 Field Ambulance describing basketball played at Changi Prisoner-of war camp. Mentions a game played against Korean guards, also the grand final between 'Hospital A' team and American prisoners. Includes colour copy of certificate received after winning the grand final. Illustrates prisoners' enthusiasm for entertainment and activity.

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