E01259
Photograph E01259 First World War, 1914-1918An observation balloon ascending near Ypres. Note the soldiers on the ground are controlling the balloon using ropes.
E01175 Accession Number: E01175
Description
An unidentified officer entering the basket of an observation balloon prior to ascending near Ypres. Note the 'SJ' on the parachute harness that the officer is wearing.
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Accession Number
E01175
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Classification
Photograph
Object Type
Black & white - Glass original whole plate negative
Date Made
27 October 1917
Place Made
Whole/Part
Whole
Item Count
1
Credit Line
Australian Official Photograph
Copyright
Copyright expired - public domain
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