Papers of Geoffrey Dutton, 1932-c1980s

Containers:

Box 51-53

Component identifier:

Series 26

Content Summary:

This series comprises a small group of papers of Geoffrey Dutton, which it appears were retained by Ninette. There are papers and photographs from his school days at Geelong Grammar; World War II memorabilia; early letters to and from family and friends, including a personal reference from the Governor-General, Lord Gowrie, written in 1938; and photographs of his unit in Rose Bay (c1980s). There is a small amount of Geoffrey's writings, including drafts of poetry and the manuscript draft of his book A long way south, which was published in 1953.

Comprises Files 1-12

Immediate source of acquisition:

The papers were purchased from Ninette Dutton's children, following her death in 2007.

Names:

Dutton, Tisi

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