E04662 Accession Number: E04662

Description

An exterior view of the town's church. At the time Australian forces were engaged in the defence of the Amiens area and Brigade Headquarters and reserve troops were billeted in Corbie. Between 22 April and 10 May the town was frequently heavily shelled and the church, sustaining many direct hits, was badly damaged. Note the corrugated iron structure in front of the Alexandre Cafe (right) is a latrine/urinal for officers.

Details

Accession Number
E04662
Photographer
Unknown Australian Official Photographer
Classification
Photograph
Object Type
Black & white - Glass original half plate negative
Date Made
31 March 1918
Place Made
Whole/Part
Whole
Item Count
1
Credit Line
Australian Official Photograph
Copyright
Copyright expired - public domain

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