Journal, 13 August 1860-28 June 1863

 
Component identifier:
File 3
Content Summary:
Contains quite detailed entries, describing life in Victoria, including visits to Geelong, Ballarat and other towns, work on defences of Melbourne, construction of batteries at Sandridge and Williamstown, purchase of military stores, work of Defence Commission, activities of Volunteer Engineers and Victorian Rifle Association, meetings with Governor Sir Henry Barkly and politicians including W.C. Haines, Victorian politics, departure of Engineers for New Zealand (Aug. 1862), marriage (Nov. 1862), visit to Tasmania, and overseas news. There are a few cuttings and photographs of Scratchley.
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M1915

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Available for Access.
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Location of this collection:
Parkes Place
Canberra ACT 2600, Australia
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