Place | Asia: Singapore, Changi |
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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. |
Flowers, William Alfred (Private, b.1920 - d.2012)
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.