| Accession Number | 3DRL/6402(B) |
|---|---|
| Collection type | Private Record |
| Record type | Collection |
| Measurement | 2 wallets: 4cm |
| Object type | Letter, Certificate, Photograph |
| Maker |
Various |
| Date made | 1944-1945 |
| Access | Open |
| Related File This file can be copied or viewed via the Memorial’s Reading Room. | AWM315 419/080/018 |
| Conflict |
Second World War, 1939-1945 |
| Copying Provisions | Copyright expired. Copying permitted subject to physical condition. Permission for reproduction not required. |
Peterson, Reginald Thomas
Description
Collection of 5 original items relating to Able Seaman Reginald Thomas Peterson, who served with the Royal Australian Navy during the Second World War. Comprises a letter issued by the Department of the Navy, Melbourne, informing John Peterson of the probable death of Reginald Peterson at the loss of the HMAS Yarra, dated 21 November 1944; Certificate of death on war service issued by Department of the Navy confirming the death of Reginald Peterson, dated 23 February 1945; Commemorative scroll issued for Reginald Thomas Peterson; 2 photographs of Reginald Peterson in naval uniform; Photograph of HMAS Yarra.