Soldier’s Service and Pay Book belonging to Ian Cochrane Allan. Includes bank notes (Italy, Algeria, Egypt, France, Germany, British Military Authority), badges, cards and newscuttings, and record of his whereabouts throughout the war.

Army passes in Ian Cochrane Allan's name, 1941 - 1944.

Ship's Passes granting the bearer permission to visit any part of the ship whilst on duty, dated Juy, August and October 1942.

Army communications, 1943-1952. Includes Mention in Despatches (29 Nov 1945) and Order of Parade and Thanksgiving Service (Germany, 13th May, 1945).

Personal correspondence. 4 page letter dated 12 Jan 1943 recording a week long tour from Alexandria to Cairo, ending in Memphis. 3 page letter dated 14 May 1943, references campaign in Tunisia, the Battle of Mareth Line and the Battle of Enfidaville, and records a visit to Tunis and Carthage. Letter dated 14 Dec 1945 to Joan. 4 copies of Christmas cards sent from Ian to Joan.

Miscellaneous items, including field service booklets, tickets, a copy of 'Parade' newspaper, an Amalfi brochure and two copies of 'The Two Types' by Jon, produced by the British Army Newspaper Unit.

Letts Household Accounts book from 5th May 1947 to 1st May 1948, kept by Joan Allan, wife of Ian Cochrane Allan. Includes 6 loose leaves.