Angus, Donald David (Corporal, b.? - d.2018) Accession Number: PR00450

Description

Diaries of a wireless operator mechanic attached to the Signals Centre of a Beaufighter Squadron. Brief entries describe Japanese air raids, squadron casualties, Masonic meetings, maintenance and signals duties, food, climate, concerts and films.

Details

Accession Number
PR00450
Maker
Donald David Angus
Classification
Private Record
Object Type
Diary
Measurement
Archived measurement
Date Made
1942-1944
Whole/Part
Collection
Item Count
1
Access
Open
Copying Provisions
Copyright expired. Copying permitted subject to physical condition. Permission for reproduction not required.
Provenance
AWM371 94/0186
Copyright
Unlicensed copyright

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