HOBJ5185 Accession Number: HOBJ5185

Description

Unidentified members of C Troop, at a line detachment are starting to lay five pair "snakes" or cables used in static divisional trunk systems. The four D3 pairs are pulled through dispenser coil, so that D10 wraps itself around all four D3 pairs. Other servicemen stand by, ready to "fill in" on line as the "snake" lengthens.

Details

Accession Number
HOBJ5185
Photographer
Phillip Oliver Hobson
Classification
Photograph
Object Type
Negative
Physical Description
Colour: Black & white
Format: 4x5"
Support: Acetate
Date Made
c June 1954
Place Made
Whole/Part
Whole
Item Count
1
Copyright
Copyright expired - public domain

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