Historical information

The diary belonged to Sgt Jack Grinton No 1043, 38th Batt AIF. The diary contains a list of 44 photos that he took. All but 2 have been identified. Part of the Grinton collection which included hundreds of negatives and photos that he took during the War. Refer Cat No 1280 for service details, Refer 1317P, 1320P.

Physical description

Australian Comforts Fund. Red cloth cover with silver print and silver circle with red 6 pointed star.

Inscriptions & markings

"The Australian Comforts Fund Gift Diary 1919"
"All Comforts Free"
"Hand written details of all Jacks particulars"