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Dewar family : Papers

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Reference NumberMS-1510CreatorDewar familyDescriptionThe collection includes David Dewar's 1918 diary, a photograph of both men, their pay books and a memorial letter from King George V. There is a substantial collection of letters written by David Dewar to his parents and brothers while serving overseas, and one letter from George Dewar, written while a prisoner of war. There is also a note by the brothers' niece about the contents of the papers.
Only a small part of this collection is digitised and available through Digital Collections. Information about other items can be found on the Hākena catalogue, through the Library Catalogues link above.History / BiographyThe Dewar family, originally from Chaslands, lived in Merton, near Dunedin. Two of the sons of Thomas and Elizabeth Dewar served in World War I, while a third son, Jim, was partially crippled. David Dewar served with the 16th Waikato Company of the 1st AIB [Auckland Infantry Battalion?]. He was killed in action in France on 1 October 1918. George Dewar served with C Company, 3rd Battalion, New Zealand Rifle Brigade. He was taken prisoner of war in Germany but returned home safely.

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David and George Dewar

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SubjectsWorld War, 1914-1918

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Dewar family : Papers

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