MALTA0823
Photograph MALTA0823 Period 1950-1959The Governor of Malta, Sir Gerald Creasy (left), inspects the tarmac area at the airfield of 78 Fighter Wing airfield in Malta. With him are the Commanding Officers of the Wing's two Squadrons, Squad
MALTA0830 Accession Number: MALTA0830
Description
The Governor of Malta, Sir Gerald Creasy, shakes hands with Flying Officer Vic Oborn DFM of Mont Albert, Vic, during his visit to 78 Fighter Wing RAAF at their base in Malta. In the background is Squadron Leader Stuart 'Brick' Bradford DFC of Mosman, NSW. The Wing would shortly return to Australia after about 18 months of garrison duty on the island.
Details
Accession Number
MALTA0830
Photographer
Classification
Photograph
Object Type
Black & white - Film original negative 3x4" safety base
Date Made
7 December 1954
Place Made
Whole/Part
Whole
Item Count
1
Copyright
Copyright expired - public domain
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