| Place | Europe: France |
|---|---|
| Accession Number | PR00776 |
| Collection type | Private Record |
| Record type | Collection |
| Measurement | folio: 23 x 23.5 x 5 cm |
| Object type | Diary |
| Maker |
McConnan, Edgar Don |
| Date made | 1916-1919 |
| Access | Open |
| Related File This file can be copied or viewed via the Memorial’s Reading Room. | AWM371 96/0610 |
| Conflict |
First World War, 1914-1918 |
| Copying Provisions | Copyright expired. Copying permitted subject to physical condition. Permission for reproduction not required. |
McConnan, Edgar Don (Sergeant, b.1895 - d.1981)
Description
Four original personal diaries written by 13377 Sergeant Edgar Don McConnan during his service with the 4th Field Ambulance AIF in 1916, 1917, 1918 and 1919. Covers his training and departure from Australia, voyage to Europe and service in France, including Dernancourt and Bailleau, recreation leave in England and Scotland, conditions of routine and unusual medical and administrative work, billetting in France and relations with local French citizens, relations with other soldiers in unit and the voyage home to Australia.