"He's a mighty lucky feller" : American troops in town during World War II: Childhood

"He's a mighty lucky feller" : American troops in town during World War II

		Background
		Childhood
		Depression
		Education
		Employment
		Impact of World War II
		Women's Voluntary Auxiliary Corps
		Socialising
		Fashion
		Language
		Entertainment
		Courting
		Homelife
		Local Issues
		Hamilton

Childhood

Family lived with Muriel's grandmother in Ulster Street. Father began a carrying business.

Mentions difficulties encountered by returned servicemen from WWI. Oldest in family, three brothers and one sister.

Family moved to Rotorua in 1924/5, returned to Hamilton after two years. Moved to Forest Lake Road, orchard on property.

Mentions grandfather's death in Auckland. Remembers eating crayfish on Saturday as a treat.

Details of family property, entering Waikato Summer Show.