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The mystery of the World War One veteran and his suitcase

World War One veteran Mick Ward's humble suitcase is a time capsule of his life

World War One veteran Mick Ward's humble suitcase is a time capsule of his life Source: SBS

Mick Ward served on the Western Front and returned to Australia after being wounded in battle.


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By Gareth Boreham

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Mick Ward served on the Western Front and returned to Australia after being wounded in battle.


But much of the World War One veteran's life beyond the trenches remains a mystery.

The discovery of a discarded suitcase crammed with his war memorabilia has sparked a hunt for any of his living relatives.


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