| Accession Number | MSS1046 |
|---|---|
| Collection type | Manuscript |
| Measurement | Extent: 10 cm; Wallet/s: 5 |
| Object type | Manuscript |
| Maker |
Taylor, John Jeffcotte |
| Place made | Australia |
| Date made | 1980s |
| Access | Open |
| Related File This file can be copied or viewed via the Memorial’s Reading Room. | AWM315 419/102/034 |
| Conflict |
Second World War, 1939-1945 |
| 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. |
Taylor, John Jeffcotte (Lieutenant, b.1908 - d.2001)
Description
"Confessions of a Provost" an autobiographical novel set around the activities of a military police company. Covers the activities of the provost unit, the author's attitudes to war. Areas covered include Palestine, Egypt, Libya, Greece, Syria, Australia especially Sydney, Toowoomba and Townsville. Taylor served with the 2/1 Field Regiment and 6th Division Provost Company Northern Territory Force and in 10th and 7th Lines of Communication Military Police units.