| Places | |
|---|---|
| Accession Number | MSS1595 |
| Collection type | Manuscript |
| Measurement | 1 Item |
| Object type | Typescript |
| Maker |
Southey, Robert |
| Date made | 1995 |
| Access | Open |
| Related File This file can be copied or viewed via the Memorial’s Reading Room. | AWM371 95/0866 |
| 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. |
Southey, Sir Robert AO, CMG (Captain)
Description
Transcript of speech given by Captain Southey to the RUSI in Melbourne. Describes training with 161 Officer Cadet Training Unit at Sandhurst Royal Military College, and service in the Coldstream Guards including participation in Operation `Torch' and action in Tunisia (including battle for `Longstop Hill') and Italy. Mentions training for invasion of Japan when hearing of atomic bomb, comments on performance of the American Army and on the officers of the Foot Guards. Gives an indication of an Australian's experiences as an officer in the British Army.