| Places | |
|---|---|
| Accession Number | PR90/024 |
| Collection type | Private Record |
| Record type | Collection |
| Measurement | 2 ITEMS |
| Object type | Letter |
| Maker |
Blacklock, E F |
| Date made | 1941 |
| Access | Open |
| Related File This file can be copied or viewed via the Memorial’s Reading Room. | AWM371 90/0339 |
| Conflict |
Second World War, 1939-1945 |
Blacklock, E F (2/17th Bn)
Description
AUSTRALIAN DEFENCE CANTEENS LETTER FROM BLACKLOCK TO HIS MOTHER FOUND WASHED ASHORE IN A BOTTLE NEAR PERTH (WA). HE DESCRIBES SHIPBOARD LIFE, FOOD, CABINS. POSSIBLY ON BOARD THE QUEEN MARY ENROUTE TO THE MIDDLE EAST. ALSO COVERING LETTER FROM FINDER OF THE LETTER TO MRS BLACKLOCK