P02897.007 Accession Number: P02897.007

Description

Flags and garlands decorate the Australian convalescent depot, which was sited in a former school near Alexandria, during Anzac Day celebrations that included sports activities. A number of soldiers are sitting on chairs and standing behind an area which has been roped off.

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Accession Number
P02897.007
Classification
Photograph
Object Type
Black & white - Print silver gelatin
Physical Description
Colour: Black & white
Date Made
25 April 1916
Place Made
Whole/Part
Child
Item Count
1
Credit Line
Donor H Roberts
Copyright
Copyright expired - public domain

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