Collection related to RAAF Historical Section Accession Number: P02491.057

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Burma. 1 May 1945. A final word to the Indian paratroops of South East Asia Command before they emplaned for their drop on Rangoon was given by the chief RAF paratroop instructor, Flight Lieutenant R. T. MoNiel of Whitby, Yorkshire.

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Accession Number
P02491.057
Classification
Photograph
Object Type
Black & white - Print silver gelatin
Physical Description
Colour: Black & white
Whole/Part
Whole
Item Count
1
Copyright
Copyright expired - public domain

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