JK1031
Photograph JK1031 Korean War, 1950-1953IWAKUNI, JAPAN, 1953. CORPORAL LOU TANZARIS, SECURITY GUARD, RECENTLY RETURNED FROM SERVICE WITH NO 77 SQUADRON, RAAF IN KOREA TENDS THE RABBITS WHICH HE BREEDS TO SUPPLEMENT THE DIET IN THE AIRMEN'S
P02948.083 Accession Number: P02948.083
Description
Iwakuni, Japan. 1954. Men of 77 Squadron RAAF enjoying a farewell party in airmen's mess prior to their return home to Australia. The bar area at rear has the squadron crest mounted above it, the men are still wearing ties and many empty bottles of beer are evident. A sign saying "Sayonara Troopship" is also evident.
Details
Accession Number
P02948.083
Classification
Photograph
Physical Description
Colour: Black & white
Date Made
1954
Place Made
Whole/Part
Whole
Item Count
1
Credit Line
Donor B. Chamberlain
Copyright
Copyright expired - public domain
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