| Places | |
|---|---|
| Accession Number | MSS1837 |
| Collection type | Manuscript |
| Measurement | 1 wallet: 1cm |
| Object type | Manuscript |
| Maker |
Rumbold, John Derek |
| Access | Open |
| Conflict |
Second World War, 1939-1945 |
Rumbold, John Derek (408704, Flight Lieutenant, 79 Squadron)
Description
"Derek's Memoirs of the War Years" by Flight Lieutenant John Derek Rumbold. Manuscript detailing his training in Australia before being posted with the 76 Squadron. He was sent to New Guinea and spent time at Milne Bay. He was sent to Darwin to defend against the Japanese and then to Moratai before the war ended.