P02208.030 Accession Number: P02208.030

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Hill 355, Korea, c. 1952-04. A sign indicates the road to Hill 355, a feature that was universally known by the nickname 'Little Gibraltar' to Australian and other soldiers. The sign reads: '"Little Gibraltar" Road constructed by the men of CO. "a" 10th Engr (G) Bn.72nd Engr (G) CO. Dozer HqS CO. 10th Engr (G) Bn. Dozer. This road is dedicated to those men of the 7th and 15th Infantry Regiments who fought to keep this hill.'

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Accession Number
P02208.030
Classification
Photograph
Object Type
Black & white - Film copy negative
Physical Description
Colour: Black & white
Whole/Part
Whole
Item Count
1
Copyright
Copyright expired - public domain

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