Monthly Archives: January 1944

Last letter from Moresby and one from friends in Brisbane: different views on rationing

Posted on January 29, 1944 by felicityh54

                      TX1004 Sgt Max Hickman 2/33rd Battalion 29th Jany 44 Dear Mother & Dad It’s raining like fever(?) here so being restricted to the tent will endeavour to write some … Continue reading →

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Testing the Manpower Regs: work at the Zinc Works beckons (2 letters)

Posted on January 23, 1944 by felicityh54

              TX 1004 Sgt Max Hickman 2/33rd Battn AIF 16th Jany 44 Dear Mother & Dad Just a few lines hoping to find you happy and well and enjoying life.  I received your letter … Continue reading →

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Spine bashing, concerts and movies…. waiting to be posted… 2 letters

Posted on January 9, 1944 by felicityh54

      TX 1004 Sgt Max Hickman NGGDD 5th January 44 Dear Mother & Dad Your welcome letter of the 27th arrived yesterday.  I’m glad to know the Christmas was pleasant even though it was quiet and that you … Continue reading →

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