Diary: John Claydon, November 1938 - December 1948

Maker
John Claydon
Production date
November 1938-December 1948
 Description
One rectangular, grey softcover notebook containing 'The Diary of an Angler', John Claydon's diary between November 1938 and December 1948. Mainly details his fishing expeditions. Includes one loose map.
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Maker
Production place
New Zealand
Collecting unit
Manuscripts
Production role
Author
Provenance details
Wing Commander John Claydon played a vital role during the Trans Antarctic Expedition (TAE) 1956-1958. The expedition remained a high point in his career as a distinguished pilot and he continued to be involved in Antarctica, advocating for the recognition of all those involved and for the preservation of the TAE huts.: Wg Cdr John Claydon
Measurements
Dimensions L x W: 1 - Diary: 162 x 100mm
Dimensions L x W: 2 - Loose Map: 178 x 117mm
Subject category
Library/Harewood (Christchurch)
Library/Harewood (Christchurch)
Associated event
World War Two; 1939-1945
Other Id
3254
Accession number
2015.113.592

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