020441
Photograph 020441 Second World War, 1939-1945Pack mules in training in Syria. Australians used them extensively to cross the rugged country in central and coastal sectors.
020444 Accession Number: 020444
Description
A mule team in Syria being trained by Australians in rugged country.
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Accession Number
020444
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Photograph
Object Type
Negative
Physical Description
Colour: Black & white
Date Made
12 September 1941
Place Made
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Whole
Item Count
1
Copyright
Copyright expired - public domain
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