MALTA0155 Accession Number: MALTA0155

Description

Squadron Leader Geoff Newstead of Bentleigh, Vic, is second in command of 78 Fighter Wing RAAF, which is stationed in Malta for garrison duty. He is about to take off on an exercise flight around the Mediterranean.

Details

Accession Number
MALTA0155
Classification
Photograph
Object Type
Black & white - Film original negative 3x4" safety base
Date Made
August 1952-June 1953
Place Made
Whole/Part
Whole
Item Count
1
Copyright
Copyright expired - public domain

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