Harry’s Story
Harry’s family:
Harry was born on the 15th October 1922, in Carlton.
Harry met his wife Viola while serving in the war.Viola had 10,000 safety driving miles in the war. Harry and Viola got married on 21st September 1946.
Harry and Viola had two Daughters Faye and Julie. Harry had three Grandchildren: Katie, Maya & Joel. He has six Great Grandchildren: Miriam, Hannah, Caleb, Peter, Grant and Theo.
Harry’s parents lived in England. His dad lived in Yorkshire/Leeds.
Where Harry Grew up:
Harry Grew up living in Fitzroy, he went to school at Fitzroy Primary School.
Things Harry Liked to do:
Harry like to swim, he swam a the baths in the city. He also liked Table tennis, he won the Table tennis championships.
Harry follows football. His favourite club is Fitzroy now known as Brisbane Lions.
Holidays:
Harry spent 3 months in america, his favourite place was Miami-Florida.
While in America Harry met the Consul General of Hati.
Serving in the War:
Harry served in the Dutch Papua New Guinea War.
We would like to thank Harry for sharing his life story with us.
Isabella and Tamara.
This project was carried out at Sir William Hall Hostel, Heidelberg Heights during July 2014 by students from Our Lady of Mercy College, Heidelberg.