CAM/67/0274/VN Accession Number: CAM/67/0274/VN

Description

Vietnam. 1967. Private Ken Wales of Mulwala, Vic, keeps a sharp eye on Viet Cong territory. He uses the binoculars to scan the farmlands while his .50 inch calibre heavy machine gun is ready for instant action. He is a member of D Company, 5th Battalion, The Royal Australian Regiment (5RAR).

Details

Accession Number
CAM/67/0274/VN
Classification
Photograph
Object Type
Negative
Physical Description
Colour: Black & white
Date Made
1967
Place Made
Whole/Part
Whole
Item Count
1
Copyright
Copyright expired - public domain

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Accession CAM/67/0274/VN

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