Historical information

Sympathy cards for the death of "Mervyn Clive Townsend" KIA on 15/11/41 on the sinking of HMAS SYDNEY by HSK Kormoran. Refer No. 2313P for Townsends service.

Physical description

Small white folded sympathy cards.
1. Double folded sheet with message inside in black writing and "Sympathy" on front.
2. 4 page card tied with black ribbon with flag and wreath on front and "In Remembrance" .
3. Double folded sheet with message on front "With Sympathy and deep regret".
4. Four page card with black ribbon. On front "Kindest Sympathy" over top some flowers.
5. Double folded sheet with "Sympathy".

Inscriptions & markings

1. From Mr. & Mrs. C.L. Stewart, East Melbourne.
2. From Rosemary Graham, Wedderburn.
3. From Veda Ashford.
4. From Mr. & Mrs Cowling, Bendigo.
5. From C. M. Crum, Bendigo.