MALTA0863 Accession Number: MALTA0863

Description

Corporal Ted Clarke of Kyogle, NSW, blows up a balloon for a young Maltese girl during a Christmas party that 78 Fighter Wing RAAF gave for about 100 orphans and poor children. The Wing was stationed in Malta for garrison duty and took part in many exercises and other activities around the Mediterranean.

Details

Accession Number
MALTA0863
Classification
Photograph
Object Type
Black & white - Film original negative 3x4" safety base
Date Made
December 1954?
Place Made
Whole/Part
Whole
Item Count
1
Copyright
Copyright expired - public domain

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