HOBJ0722 Accession Number: HOBJ0722

Description

An unidentified aircraft carrier, possibly HMS Triumph, in Kure Harbour. The flight deck at the stern is crowded with aircraft with their wings folded. Some sailors are lined up on the deck in the bow and the stern.

Details

Accession Number
HOBJ0722
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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