The Australian War Memorial Collection. Test site
Hajleh. The pontoon bridge by means of which the first crossing over the Jordan River was effected. The bridge was constructed by Australian Engineers in the face of opposition by the enemy, who were strongly entrenched. Seven soldiers are standing on the bridge.
Hajleh. A view of the pontoon bridge by means of which the first crossing over the Jordan River was effected. The bridge was constructed by Australian Engineers in the face of opposition by the enem
Hajla. An aerial view of the Jordan River, showing the pontoon bridge (centre) built by Australian engineers of the 1st Field Squadron, by means of which the first crossing was effected. See Officia
Two soldiers standing at the end of a pontoon bridge which was built by Australian Engineers over the Jordan River.
An unidentified soldier leading camels across the pontoon bridge over the Jordan River. This was the first bridge to be built across the Jordan and was constructed by Australian Engineers whilst unde
A pontoon bridge built by Australian engineers over the Jordan River. The structure was substantial enough to carry 60 pounder guns. A motor ambulance is crossing the bridge.
Hajleh. Two soldiers standing in the trenches from which the Turks opposed the first crossing of the Jordan River. The soldier (left) is smoking a pipe.
