Jamaica Military Journal
Item
Identifier: SC102
Abstract
The diary provides an account of the daily life of Corporal James McBride Robbins, a British soldier serving in Jamaica. It describes his journey by ship from Plymouth to Jamaica, his interactions with local Jamaicans, health conditions including unusual cures and treatments, superstitions and social activities.
Dates
- Creation: 1895-1896
Biographical / Historical
James McBride Robbins was born on 9 January 1874. He joined the British army in 1890 and sailed for Jamaica at the age of 21 where he was stationed as a member of the Royal Engineers until 1898.
Extent
0.25 Linear Feet
Language of Materials
English
Immediate Source of Acquisition
This item was purchased in 2011.
- Status
- Completed
- Language of description
- Undetermined
- Script of description
- Code for undetermined script
Repository Details
Part of the The Alma Jordan Library, The University of the West Indies Repository
Contact:
St. Augustine
Trinidad and Tobago
868-662-2002 Ext 82132
868-662-9238 (Fax)
St. Augustine
Trinidad and Tobago
868-662-2002 Ext 82132
868-662-9238 (Fax)