MALTA0977
Photograph MALTA0977 Period 1950-1959Four armourers push a trolley of 500 pound bombs that they are about to load onto Vampire fighter aircraft during an annual armament practice camp at the RAF base in Cyprus. They are members of 78 Fi
MALTA0970 Accession Number: MALTA0970
Description
Four barechested armourers of 78 Fighter Wing RAAF wheel a trolley of 250 pound bombs to the Wing's Vampire fighter aircraft during the annual armament practice camp at the RAF base in Cyprus. The Wing was stationed in Malta and engaged in numerous exercises and other activities around the Mediterranean region. The heat of the sun is suggested by the absence of shirts.
Details
Accession Number
MALTA0970
Photographer
Classification
Photograph
Object Type
Black & white - Film original negative 3x4" safety base
Date Made
1 June-5 July 1954
Place Made
Whole/Part
Whole
Item Count
1
Copyright
Copyright expired - public domain
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