NAVY13507 Accession Number: NAVY13507

Description

Cook P J Edge, R62354 removes a five-inch shell from the stowage rack in Mount 52 magazine. He is a member of the aft magazine crew during action stations. His anti-flash gear is incorrectly fitted as it should be worn over his head to minimize the danger from fire. This activity occurred onboard the Guided Missile Destroyer HMAS Hobart during operations in the Tonkin Gulf.

Details

Accession Number
NAVY13507
Photographer
Bevin Royce Stringer
Classification
Photograph
Object Type
Black & white - Film original negative 120 safety base
Physical Description
Support: Acetate
Format: 120
Brand: Kodak - Safety Film
Date Made
25 May 1967
Place Made
Whole/Part
Whole
Item Count
1
Copyright
Copyright expired - public domain

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