Historical information

A letter written from Charles Quinn to his mother in 1944 which depicts his time spent in Melbourne before he travelled to San Francisco

Significance

This letter is of historical, social and interpretive significance as it provides information about the life of a seaman during the mid 20th century.

Physical description

Two page letter (0300.A1-A2) from Allan Quinn to his mother, written on lined paper in 1944.

Inscriptions & markings

Inscription on top right hand corner which states: "M.I. Goonawarra/Melbourne 15.2.44" in black ink followed by letter content