Lancaster build up (ROC 86) Accession Number: F02564

Description

Lancaster bomber of No. 467 Squadron RAAF returning to base. Squadron Leader (Sqn/Ldr) Deigan discusses operations with crew. Sergeant brings in form 700 for pilots to sign. Sqn/Ldr Deigan with his crew at tail of Lancaster prior to cross country trip. Checking up course with a Dalton. Crew gathered in front of the aircraft studying maps. Lancaster prepares for take off with wheel chocks removed by ground crew. Close up of Lancaster "S" for Sugar's nose showing bomb mission markings and quote "No enemy plane will fly over Reich territory".

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Accession Number
F02564
Classification
Film
Object Type
Actuality footage
Physical Description
Base: acetate
Colour: b&w
Film type: PMP
Format: 35mm
Sound: silent
Measurement
Duration: 0h 2' 38"
Footage: 237 ft
Projection speed: 24 fps
Date Made
1944?
Place Made
Whole/Part
Intellectual record
Item Count
1
Credit Line
This item has been digitised with funding provided by Commonwealth Government.
Access
Open
Copyright
Copyright expired - public domain

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