MALTA0346 Accession Number: MALTA0346

Description

Corporal Leonard George Colthorpe (known as George), of Newcastle, NSW, a member of 78 Fighter Wing RAAF, works at the Wing's base in Malta, possibly servicing aircraft instruments. The Wing was stationed on the island for garrison duty.

Details

Accession Number
MALTA0346
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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Accession MALTA0346

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