C00746
Photograph C00746 First World War, 1914-1918A group of unidentified soldiers sprawls on the ground relaxing while on a halt during manoeuvres in the desert. They were possibly involved in defending the Suez Canal.
C00246 Accession Number: C00246
Description
Australian soldiers bathing in the Salt Lake near the Suez Canal. They were probably involved in defending the canal.
Details
Accession Number
C00246
Photographer
Unknown
Classification
Photograph
Object Type
Black & white - Glass original half plate negative
Date Made
c 1916
Place Made
Whole/Part
Whole
Item Count
1
Credit Line
Lent by Lieutenant T Morgan
Copyright
Copyright expired - public domain
Conflicts
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