| Places | |
|---|---|
| Accession Number | PR91/191 |
| Collection type | Private Record |
| Record type | Collection |
| Measurement | 7 items |
| Object type | Diary |
| Maker |
Dittmar, Reginald Bruce |
| Date made | 1967-1968 |
| Access | Open |
| Related File This file can be copied or viewed via the Memorial’s Reading Room. | AWM371 91/0039 |
| Conflict |
Vietnam, 1962-1975 |
Dittmar, Reginald Bruce (Captain b.1929)
Description
Diary kept during active service in Vietnam 1967-1968 (including amended transcript for January - June 1968, prepared 1993). Covers formation of 1 Independent Armoured Squadron workshop, camp construction including perimeter defences, workshop administration and maintenance of tanks, relations with officers and other ranks, mortar attacks on base, R & R leave in Sydney, Operation Pinnaroo. Diary includes descriptions of daily activities and personal comments.