Historical information

From the album of WWI soldier William West (1268) of the 29 Infantry Battalion, 5th Pioneers Battalion. This collection of postcards, photographs and clippings were sent between William and his family and loved ones during the years he was on active service. See also 207 and 220.

Physical description

Colour postcard with a brown boomerang and written messages on a white background. Handwritten message on back.

Inscriptions & markings

Front: "To wish you / a speedy safe / and a sure return" "Like the boomerang may you quickly come back"