Historical information
Maps used in World War I by Col W E James
Significance
Part of a large collection of items belonging to Col, W E James, of Harcourt, who after a career in the Militia, commanded Australian troops in WW1, both at Gallipoli and on the western Front. The entire collection includes books on military law and maps. Essential part of the commanding officer’s kit.
Physical description
Collection of 12 fold up war maps from Europe used during World War I; on linen backing. Brown leather case, transparent front cover, brass fastenings and loop for attaching to the belt
