| Places | |
|---|---|
| Accession Number | MSS1532 |
| Collection type | Manuscript |
| Measurement | 1 wallet: 3cm |
| Object type | Manuscript |
| Maker |
Barrie, John Keith |
| Place made | Australia |
| Date made | 1992 |
| Access | Open |
| Related File This file can be copied or viewed via the Memorial’s Reading Room. | AWM371 94/0901 |
| 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. |
Barrie, John Keith MM (Sergeant, b.1914 - d.2005)
Description
Collection relating to the Second World War service of QX19782 Sergeant John Keith Barrie, MM. Collection consists of an autobiographical account of service behind Japanese lines in 1945 in Semut operations, principally designed to invoke insurgency among indigenous people against the Japanese. A detailed account of training and operations, individuals involved. Includes photographs, maps. Barrie was awarded a Military Medal for bravery and devotion to duty in the Sarawak Campaing.