The Australian War Memorial Collection. Test site
A gunnery party conducts an exercise firing drill on a four inch anti-aircraft mount onboard the Kent class cruiser HMAS Canberra. While the majority are wearing steel helmets, none are wearing the full outfit of anti-flash protective clothing. HMAS Canberra was sunk on 9 August 1942 off Savo Island in the battle of Guadalcanal.
A gun crew at action stations preparing to fire a four inch anti-aircraft mount forming part of the ship's secondary armament onboard the Kent class cruiser HMAS Canberra. Included in this group are
The Kent class cruiser HMAS Canberra conducts a night shoot firing two of its 4 inch anti-aircraft guns which form part of the ship's secondary armament. HMAS Canberra was sunk on 9 August 1942 off S
Unidentified members of a four inch gun crew take a stand easy on a sponson onboard the Kent class cruiser HMAS Canberra. All sailors are wearing steel helmets and most are enjoying a tea break. The
The Kent class cruiser HMAS Canberra conducts a main armament firing with both of her twin 8 inch after turrets X (front) and Y (rear). In this port side profile, the black smoke from the cordite bla
Live firing exercise from a 40 mm Bofors mounting, just in front of the bridge port side, in the aircraft carrier HMAS Melbourne. The unidentified sailors are wearing standard anti-flash gear and pro
The Kent class cruiser HMAS Canberra alongside a wharf. The colour scheme indicates it pre-dates the Second World War. HMAS Canberra was sunk on 9 August 1942 off Savo Island in the battle of Guadal
