| Places | |
|---|---|
| Accession Number | PR91/163 |
| Collection type | Private Record |
| Record type | Collection |
| Measurement | 1 wallet |
| Object type | Poem |
| Maker |
Fisher, Cecil |
| Place made | Australia |
| Date made | 1991; 1993 |
| Access | Open |
| Related File This file can be copied or viewed via the Memorial’s Reading Room. | AWM371 91/0773 |
| Conflict |
Korea, 1950-1953 |
| Copying Provisions | Copyright expired. Copying permitted subject to physical condition. Permission for reproduction not required. |
Fisher, Cecil (b.1933 - d.2009)
Description
Collection relating to the Korean War service of 12599 Private Cecil Fisher. Collection consists of copies of three poems: "Black Anzac", written in commemoration of all Aboriginal servicemen who have fought for Australia, "Anzac Day - Living With Granny (Cherbourg)" and "Black Digger Stand Tall (Anzac Day 1993)". Also included is a letter listing Aboriginal and Islander soldiers and another letter describing experiences before, during and after active service in Korea.