MALTA0252 Accession Number: MALTA0252

Description

Sergeant Glen Stockham of Kilburn, SA, explains the use of a Bren Gun to a small group of Australian airmen. The men are taking lectures each day in preparation for their promotion exams. They are members of 78 Fighter Wing RAAF, stationed in Malta for garrison duty.

Details

Accession Number
MALTA0252
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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