| Places | |
|---|---|
| Accession Number | PR00005 |
| Collection type | Private Record |
| Record type | Collection |
| Measurement | 10 Wallet; 1 box |
| Object type | Letter |
| Date made | 1915-1918 |
| Access | Open |
| Related File This file can be copied or viewed via the Memorial’s Reading Room. | AWM371 92/0053 |
| Conflict |
First World War, 1914-1918 |
| 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. |
Ferguson brothers, 1.Norman (Gunner) 2.Douglas (Lieutenant d.1918) 3.Hector, M.C. & Bar (Lieutenant d.1917) 4. Malcolm (Sergeant)
Description
Letters from brothers to family (mainly to father and sister Jean). Mentions death of mother, eye injury of Norman, Hector's experiences in Gallipoli, shortages of food, experiences on the Front in France and Belgium, comments on applying for a commission. Detailed descriptions of air battles and of taking ammunition to the Front line. Each brother frequently mentions activities of other brothers. Mentions death of Hector (KIA) and of Douglas (in a flying accident). Letters show the closeness of the family under the strain of seperation and death.