H03338
Photograph H03338 First World War, 1914-1918Matupi Island, Rabaul Area. 1915-05. The ammunition magazine for the battery of 4.7 Naval guns installed on the island.
H03339 Accession Number: H03339
Description
Matupi Island, Rabaul Area. 1915-05. A tram line which served the needs of the battery of 4.7 Naval guns installed on the island.
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Accession Number
H03339
Classification
Photograph
Object Type
Print
Physical Description
Colour: Black & white
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Whole
Item Count
1
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Copyright expired - public domain
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