HOBJ0719 Accession Number: HOBJ0719

Description

A view from the bridge, overlooking the forward deck of the RAN frigate HMAS Shoalhaven, as she docks in Kure Harbour. Officers are supervising the crew who are carrying out their set tasks. A tug can be seen on the port side of the frigate. A small group of Japanese men watch from the wharf. HMAS Shoalhaven was the first Australian unit to begin operations in the Korean War.

Details

Accession Number
HOBJ0719
Photographer
Phillip Oliver Hobson
Classification
Photograph
Object Type
Negative
Physical Description
Colour: Black & white
Format: 4x5"
Support: Acetate
Date Made
c May 1950
Place Made
Whole/Part
Whole
Item Count
1
Copyright
Copyright expired - public domain

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