| Places | |
|---|---|
| Accession Number | 3DRL/6776 |
| Collection type | Private Record |
| Record type | Collection |
| Measurement | 1 wallet: 1 cm |
| Object type | Diary |
| Maker |
Greatorex, James Joseph |
| Date made | 1914-1919 |
| Access | Open |
| Related File This file can be copied or viewed via the Memorial’s Reading Room. | AWM315 419/040/020 |
| Conflict |
First World War, 1914-1918 |
| Copying Provisions | Copyright expired. Copying permitted subject to physical condition. Permission for reproduction not required. |
Greatorex, James Joseph
Description
Collection relating to the First World War service of 560 Lieutenant (Lt) James Joseph Greatorex who served with 1 Light Horse Brigade Machine Gun Squadron from 1914-1919. Comprises a black and white photocopy of a handwritten diary kept by Lt Greatorex, from the time of his enlistment in September 1914, until his return home to Victoria in August 1919. His diary describes his voyage to Egypt, service on the Gallipoli Peninsula, action at Romani and service in Palestine. He also mentions visits to England and America.