George Formby's tour of the 14th Army included a visit to the 11 (EA) Div.
photograph, photograph
Accession Number
NAM.1982-06-58-136
Description
Photograph of George Formby performing for soldiers of the 11th East African Division, during a tour of the 14th Army, 1945. Formby was one of the most popular entertainers during the war. He flew to Burma in January 1945 with his wife Beryl. Their visit took in Akyab, Ramree Island, Sadaung, Shwebo and Alipore. Here the couple are pictured with men from 11th East African Division. Typed on caption above photograph: '413'; EAs IN BURMA.' Typewritten inscription as title, with '413/7'. From photograph album of 190 photographs associated with 11th East African Division and the King’s African Rifles, Burma, 1944-1945. Associated with World War Two, Far East (1941-1945).
Campaigns
World War Two, Far East (1941-1945)
Associated collection
