Born 15th May 1917. Enlisted 19.6.40 and taken on strength of 2/15 Field Regiment as a Gunner. Embarked Sydney in December 1941, and was captured by the Japanese in January 1942 whilst an inpatient in hospital in Singapore. Eventually worked on Burma-Thai Railroad commencing late September 1942. Died 4th January 1944 with death listed as being due to disease. Russell Braddon, a fellow prisoner of war who later found fame as the author of “The Naked island” describes his death in quite graphic language. Buried at Kanchanaburi War Cemetery, Thailand, Grave 1/C/50. The medal group comprises four medals (full entitlement): 1939-45 Star, Pacific Star, British War Medal and Australian Service Medal. All correctly impressed in first style 1950s style NX26070 R. Comes with two photos, one of Robinson as a child and one in uniform. Also comes with scarce Memorial Scroll. This lovely group is worth further research. Medals – including naming, and Scroll – guaranteed. Not mucked around with at all. See my good feedback. You are welcome to view the items. Item located in East Malvern. The item “WW2 AUSTRALIAN BURMA POW DIED MEDAL GROUP NX26070 & MEMORIAL SCROLL & PICTURES” is in sale since Wednesday, December 4, 2019. This item is in the category “Collectables\Militaria\1939 – 1945 (WWII)”. The seller is “nikruss” and is located in Malvern East, VIC. This item can be shipped worldwide.
- Modified Item: No
- Country: Australia
- Product Type: Medals
- Authenticity: Original
- Era: 1940s