Singapore diary, 1942-06
File
Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/RCMS 103/15/1
Singapore diary
Scope and Contents
This is an account of events in Singapore from 8 Dec. 1941 until its surrender, based upon notes originally recorded in Ross's diary. It was written in June 1942 aboard a Dutch cargo vessel travelling to New York (138 pages).
Dates
- Creation: 1942-06
Creator
- From the Fonds: British, Association of Malaysia and Singapore (Person)
Conditions Governing Access
For conservation reasons, this collection must be read on Cambridge Digital Library or Master Microfilm Reel 8239.
Biographical / Historical
E. A. Ross travelled to Singapore to help manage its shipyard during the war. He escaped Singapore by ship immediately before its surrender, reaching Batavia on 14 Feb. 1942.
Extent
1 volume(s) (1 vol.) : paper
Language of Materials
English
Originator(s)
Ross, E A
Finding aid date
2012-07-23 14:24:28+00:00
Includes index.
Repository Details
Part of the Cambridge University Library Repository
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Cambridge University Library
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Cambridge CB3 9DR United Kingdom
Map Dept enquiries: maps@lib.cam.ac.uk
all other enquiries: mss@lib.cam.ac.uk