Description
Collection relating to the Second World War service of QX56907 Sergeant Lloyd Ward Stubbin, 9 Australian Infantry Battalion, Second Australian Imperial Force, New Guinea, 1942.
Wallet 1 of 1 – Consists of one letter from Sergeant Stubbin to his friend ‘Charlie’, in the Air Force, dated 28 December 1942. This letter was written while Sergeant Stubbin was at a rest camp near Port Moresby during his service with 9 Australian Infantry Battalion in New Guinea. In his letter, Sergeant Stubbin writes about Christmas celebrations, a swimming carnival, spending recreational time at the Salvation Army tent, new sleeping quarters, the tropical climate, rations, and his chaplain.
Contextual Description
Lloyd Ward Stubbin enlisted to the Second Australian Imperial Force on 2 January 1942. He served with 9 Australian Infantry Battalion in New Guinea, and later joined 14 Australian Malaria Control Unit. He was discharged on 4 June 1946, with the rank of staff sergeant.
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Private Record
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Extent: .5 cm
Wallet/s: 1
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