Historical information
First world war experiences written and published in booklet form entitled "My Brother" by Leo Blanchard HANLY - Private 1702 served the 3 Light Horse Field Ambulance. Embarked on 15.7.1915 and returned on 2.1.1919. Leo wrote the book about his brother Theodore Hanly. Theodore and another brother, Joseph Dillon also served in the 3 LH Field Ambulance
alongside Leo. This particular booklet was addressed to, inside front cover, "Matron McMillan from Leo Hanly 3-8-1982", 21 days prior to his passing.
Significance
Personal account of experiences during WW1 by Leo HANLY Private 1702
Physical description
Blue cardboard covered rectangular booklet with thin dark blue inner border.
Inscriptions & markings
Cover - "My Brother"
Inside front cover handwritten " To Matron McMillan from Leo Hanly 3-8-'82"