NAVY15292
Photograph NAVY15292 Vietnam, 1962-1975A khaki drill uniform is an unusual sight on an Australian sailor, who is part of the RAN's commitment in Vietnam. The RAN Helicopter Flight Vietnam (RANHFV) is serving in Vietnam, attached to the US
NAVY15010 Accession Number: NAVY15010
Description
The Australian White Ensign flies beside the Australian flag and the US flag in Vietnam. The occasion is the visit to the RAN Helicopter Flight Vietnam (RANHFV) by Major General Douglas Vincent, Commander Australian Forces Vietnam (AFV). Holding the Australian flag (third from right) is, R54620 Leading Airman Mechanic Airframes and Engines (LAMAE) David Nelson Varley, of Nowra, NSW. Holding the White Ensign (second from left) is, R58123 Leading Seaman Sick Berth Attendant (LSBA) Thomas Francis (Frank) Blackman, of Sydney, NSW. The guard (right) is R58876 Leading Airman David John Green. The other members of the colour party are from the US Army 135th Assault Helicopter Company with which the RANHFV is integrated.
Details
Accession Number
NAVY15010
Maker
RAN Public Relations
Photographer
John Dawe
Classification
Photograph
Object Type
Black & white - Film original negative 120 safety base
Physical Description
Colour: Black & white
Date Made
December 1967
Place Made
Whole/Part
Whole
Item Count
1
Copyright
Copyright expired - public domain
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