EN0344
Photograph EN0344 First World War, 1914-1918A wave crashes over the bow of HMAS Melbourne, seen from HMAS Sydney. Both ships were taking part in patrols of the North Sea with the Royal Navy's 2nd Light Cruiser Squadron.
EN0161 Accession Number: EN0161
Description
The RAN 'River' class destroyer flotilla at anchor in the harbour, below Defisa Castle. Left to right: HMAS Parramatta, Yarra, Huon, Swan, Warrego and a British Royal Navy destroyer. Along with HMAS Torrens (not shown), the destroyers were based in Brindisi from August 1917 to October 1918. They provided much needed reinforcements for the British Navy's Adriatic patrol, which focused solely on finding enemy warships. (Do not use. Prefer P1557/01, a better image.)
Details
Accession Number
EN0161
Photographer
Unknown
Classification
Photograph
Object Type
Black & white - Glass original half plate negative
Date Made
1917
Place Made
Whole/Part
Whole
Item Count
1
Credit Line
Lent by Lieutenant Dennis
Copyright
Copyright expired - public domain
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