E04607 Accession Number: E04607

Description

A large group of unidentified Australian troops resting near the famous moat and ramparts of the town. The following day marked the entry of Australian troops into the Third Battle of Ypres, with the 1st and 2nd Australian Divisions taking part in operations. Note in the background the dugouts built into the ramparts (centre) and several shell damaged buildings.

Details

Accession Number
E04607
Classification
Photograph
Object Type
Black & white - Glass original whole plate negative
Date Made
19 September 1917
Place Made
Whole/Part
Whole
Item Count
1
Credit Line
Australian Official Photograph
Copyright
Copyright expired - public domain

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