Diary of Mervyn Napier Waller, 1916-1917 Accession Number: RCDIG0000903

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Diary relating to the First World War service of 20178 Bombardier Mervyn Napier Waller, 111th Howitzer Battery, AIF. In this diary, kept between the end of December 1916 and 12 May 1917, Waller details his time at the front before he is wounded in the Second Battle of Bullecourt. He describes the conditions at the front and constant marching. In particular Waller notes the architecture of the towns he marches through, such as Albert Cathedral, the colours of the scenery around him and his work as an artillery man. There are some pages missing and throughout his diary there are sketches he made while on service.

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Accession Number
RCDIG0000903
Classification
Digitised Collection
Object Type
Diary
Physical Description
Image/s captured: 33
Measurement
Overall: 215 mm x 143 mm x 15 mm
Date Made
1916-1917
Place Made
Collection number
PR87/007
Whole/Part
File
Item Count
1
Credit Line
This item has been digitised under the Australian War Memorial’s internal digital preservation program.
Copying Provisions
Digital format and content protected by copyright.
Copyright
AWM copyright

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