MALTA0054
Photograph MALTA0054 Period 1950-1959The WRAAF drum corps marching down George Street, Sydney to mark the departure by 78 Fighter Wing RAAF for garrison duty in Malta. RAAF personnel are visible to the right and the left; crowds watch f
MALTA0055 Accession Number: MALTA0055
Description
The WRAAF drum corps marching down George Street, Sydney to mark the departure by 78 Fighter Wing RAAF for garrison duty in Malta. Crowds line the street. The Wing boarded the SS Asturias and sailed for Malta immediately after marching through Sydney streets.
Details
Accession Number
MALTA0055
Photographer
Classification
Photograph
Object Type
Black & white - Film original negative 3x4" safety base
Date Made
4 July 1952
Place Made
Whole/Part
Whole
Item Count
1
Copyright
Copyright expired - public domain
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