MALTA0989C Accession Number: MALTA0989C

Description

Pilot Officer (PO) Jake Newham of Cowra, NSW is shown just before he steps into the cockpit of his Vampire fighter aircraft to take part in a NATO mock air battle over Malta. PO Newham was stationed in Malta with 78 Fighter Wing RAAF, which participated in various NATO exercises while undertaking garrison duties in the Mediterranean.

Details

Accession Number
MALTA0989C
Classification
Photograph
Object Type
Black & white - Film original negative 3x4" safety base
Date Made
June 1953-December 1954
Place Made
Whole/Part
Whole
Item Count
1
Copyright
Copyright expired - public domain

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