MALTA0360
Photograph MALTA0360 Period 1950-1959Five pilots from 78 Fighter Wing RAAF visiting the mountains in Cyprus, about 60 miles from the RAF station at Nicosia where they were undertaking a five week armament practice program. Identified le
MALTA0361 Accession Number: MALTA0361
Description
Four pilots from 78 Fighter Wing RAAF pose in the snow at the highest point of Cyprus. The Wing was undertaking armament training in Nicosia. Identified left to right: Sergeant (Sgt) Vern Pennefather of Launceston, Tas; Sgt John 'Jake' Jacobs of Warwick, Qld; Sgt Eric McLean of Schofields, NSW; and Sgt Barry Weymouth of Footscray, Vic.
Details
Accession Number
MALTA0361
Photographer
Classification
Photograph
Object Type
Black & white - Film original negative 3x4" safety base
Date Made
January 1953-February 1953
Place Made
Whole/Part
Whole
Item Count
1
Copyright
Copyright expired - public domain
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