003860
Photograph 003860 Second World War, 1939-1945Lord Gowrie salutes the naval guard of honour as he arrives at Cockatoo Island for the launching of HMAS Arunta.
003869 Accession Number: 003869
Description
The Governor General, Lord Gowrie, proposes a toast to, "the builders", at a luncheon after the launching of HMAS Arunta at Cockatoo Island.
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Accession Number
003869
Photographer
Unknown Australian Official Photographer
Classification
Photograph
Object Type
Negative
Physical Description
Colour: Black & white
Date Made
30 October 1940
Place Made
Whole/Part
Whole
Item Count
1
Copyright
Copyright expired - public domain
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