The archive consists of a diary of experiences in a Japanese prisoner-of-war camp 1942-1945 during the Second World War, plus a few notes on provenance (photocopied typescript only).
Papers of Dorothy Shelagh Brown
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- ReferenceGB 106 7DSB
- Former ReferenceGB 106 7/XX27; 7/XXX27
- Dates of Creation1942-1945
- Language of MaterialEnglish
- Physical Description0.5 A box (1 folder)
Scope and Content
Administrative / Biographical History
Dorothy Shelagh Brown (fl. 1942-1945) was held as a prisoner of war in a Japanese camp in the Far East during World War II, 1942-1945. During this time, she wrote a diary of her daily experiences in this environment.
Access Information
This collection is available for research. Readers are advised to contact The Women's Library in advance of their first visit.
Acquisition Information
Deposited by Anne Valery in 1990
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Fonds Description (1 folder only)
Location of Originals
The original diary is believed to still be held by the family of the creator.