MALTA0557 Accession Number: MALTA0557

Description

Front view of St Paul's Cathedral, the chief Anglican church in Malta. The Cathedral was designed and financed by Queen Adelaide; the date 1844 is part of the Latin inscription. When the photograph was taken 78 Fighter Wing RAAF was stationed in Malta for garrison duty.

Details

Accession Number
MALTA0557
Classification
Photograph
Object Type
Black & white - Film original negative 3x4" safety base
Date Made
1952-1954
Place Made
Whole/Part
Whole
Item Count
1
Copyright
Copyright expired - public domain

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