200531 Accession Number: 200531

Description

Palmerston, NT. 20 September 1999. Soldiers of B Squadron, 3/4 Cavalry Regiment formed up in the Robertson Barracks compound where they were addressed by the Prime Minister, John Howard, prior to their departure to join the International Force for East Timor (Interfet). Note the Camelbak water bladder over the shoulder of the soldier on the left. The bladders have a tube allowing the soldier to drink.

Details

Accession Number
200531
Photographer
Ray McJannett
Classification
Photograph
Object Type
Negative
Physical Description
Colour: Colour
Date Made
20 September 1999
Whole/Part
Whole
Item Count
1
Credit Line
Acquired through Australian War Memorial official commission 1999
Copyright
AWM copyright

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Accession 200531

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