Diggers on camels Accession Number: F01029

Description

Australian soldiers mounted on camels start for a desert outpost. Last three shots are of a machine gun crew training. Identified personnel are: Private W Mortimer and Private A F Dix.

Details

Accession Number
F01029
Classification
Film
Object Type
Actuality footage
Physical Description
Base: acetate
Colour: b&w
Film type: PMP
Format: 35mm
Sound: silent
Measurement
Duration
Footage
Projection speed
Date Made
7 July 1940
Place Made
Whole/Part
Whole
Item Count
1
Access
Open
Copyright
Copyright expired - public domain

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