| Place | Oceania: Australia, Queensland, North Queensland |
|---|---|
| Accession Number | MSS1204 |
| Collection type | Manuscript |
| Measurement | 1 item |
| Object type | Poem |
| Maker |
Haselden, Thomas Lester |
| Date made | 1943 |
| Access | Open |
| Related File This file can be copied or viewed via the Memorial’s Reading Room. | AWM315 419/002/041 |
| 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. |
Haselden, Thomas Lester (Gunner)
Description
Three original poems written by Gunner Haselden during his posting to North Queensland. The poem "The rats of Aitkenvale" and "Draft" express the frustration of a soldier in camp awaiting active service overseas. The last poem "Advance Australia" reflects the hostility of servicemen to the news of industrial action by the painters and dockers union in Australia during wartime.