Historical information

The diary is part of the Grinton collection which included hundreds of negatives and developed photos that he took during the War. Refer Cat No 1280 for service history. Refer 1317P, 1320P.

Physical description

Black fabric covered diary with ruled lines Re. Jack Grinton. Writing is in ink, starting on 3 March 1916, ends 16 November 1916. Detailed accounts of enlistment, journey to England, and training until embarkation.

Inscriptions & markings

"Pte JW Grinton No 16 Section, No 12 Platoon, C Company 10th Brigade AIF, On Active Service Abroad"