| Accession Number | AWM2017.934.3.8 |
|---|---|
| Collection type | Photograph |
| Object type | |
| Maker |
Unknown |
| Place made | Australia: South Australia |
| Date made | 28 December 1940 |
| Conflict |
Second World War, 1939-1945 |
| Copyright |
Item copyright: Copyright expired - public domain
|
Photographs relating to 26885 Sergeant Bartholomew William Simon, RAAF
Description
Wedding photograph of 26885 Sergeant Bartholomew William Simon and his wife, held at Sacret Heart College Chapel, Sommerton, South Australia.
Collection relating to 26885 Sergeant Bartholomew William Simon. A South Australian electrician in civilian life, Simon enlisted in the RAAF on 25 June 1940. He qualified as a wireless operator and air gunner, serving as air crew on Sunderland flying boats over Europe with 10 Squadron, RAAF. Simon was awarded a Mention in Despatches in 1944. He was discharged on 2 May 1946.