World War II [oral history] / / interviewer: Zoe Griffin
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AuthorDowning, Jean (nee Kingswood); Griffin, ZoeDescriptionInterview with Jean Downing (nee Kirkwood). Lived in Mosman Park -- Heard declaration of war on radio at her Grandfather's at North Fremantle -- Father joined Army 1940 -- Saw him leave, away for 2.5 years -- Educated at Princess May School -- Knitted for the troops -- Moved to Hammad St., Palmyra to live with aunt -- Swapped ration coupons with relatives -- Death of Grandfather 1942 -- Employment: Cox Bros, William St., Perth -- Entertaining troops at Anzac House and Railway Institute, Perth -- Charlie Carters for 2 years -- Return of 9th Division from Middle East- troops taken to Melville Army Camp where relatives could visit -- End of war celebrations at Aunt's houseImprint1995CollationMP3LanguageEnglishDate Published1995NotesInterview conducted by Zoe Griffin on 24th July 1995 Access: OpenDewey ClassOH/DOWAudio FormatDigitalDigital ItemYes
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Downing, Jean (nee Kingswood); Griffin, Zoe, World War II [oral history] / / interviewer: Zoe Griffin. City of Fremantle Local History Centre, accessed 12/11/2025, https://history.fremantle.wa.gov.au/nodes/view/9736
