The Australian War Memorial Collection. Test site
November 1941. An Australian Light Tank Mark VIB of the 9th Division Cavalry Regiment crests an embankment during manoeuvres. The number 41 on the tank's mudguard indicates the type of unit to which the tank belongs. On the tank’s bow plate is red four-pointed star on a white background. This is the formation sign of the 6th British Infantry Division to which the regiment was temporarily attached at the time. The lightly protected bottom of the vehicle is vulnerable on such occasions.
One of the Vickers Mark VIB light 5-ton tanks of the 9th Division Cavalry Regiment throwing up a cloud of dust during manoeuvres. The number 41 on the tank's mudguard indicates the type of unit to whi
A Light Tank Mark VIB of the 9th Division Cavalry Regiment throwing up a cloud of dust during manoeuvres near Aleppo, Syria. On the tank’s bow plate is red four pointed star on a white background. Th
Aleppo, Syria. November 1941. Three Light Tanks Mark VIB of the Security Troop, 9th Division Cavalry Regiment, on manoeuvres. Each troop comprised three 5-ton tanks and three Bren gun carriers. On a s
Aleppo, Syria. November 1941. The commander (right), gunner and driver of an Australian Light Tank Mark VI of the 9th Division Cavalry Regiment with their vehicle. On the right the tactical sign 41 in
Aleppo, Syria. November 1941. Three Light Tanks Mark VIB of the Security Troop, 9th Division Cavalry Regiment, on manoeuvres. Each troop comprised three 5-ton tanks and three Bren gun carriers. On a s
M3 Grant medium tanks for the 1st Australian Armoured Division preparing to unload from a train. The nearest tank’s M3 75mm gun is protected by covers. The 37mm gun turret is trained to the rear. The
