Historical information

Box relates to Capt Henry SOUTHBY, 39th Batt. KIA 12.10.1917.
Refer Cat No 1906 for his full service history also 1905P, 1903.2.

Physical description

Wooden trunk with hinged top lid, both box & lid metal lined. Carry handles each end & two strap hooks front & back. Key lock in front. Lid has a lock down clip on each side. Lid has metal strip screwed on front & sides.

Inscriptions & markings

Painted in white on each end of box: “Lt H SOUTHBY 39TH BATT”.