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Allerton, John (Seaman, b:1925)
Manuscript
Maker: Allerton, John
Account of World War II history of HMAS Arunta, a Tribal Class destroyer in the RAN, compiled from a variety of sources. Mentions ship's first captain Commodore Morrow DSO DSC, use of radar and torped...MSS1631
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At Sea, New Guinea. In foreground Commander A. Buchanan RAN, captain of the destroyer HMAS ...
Photograph
Maker: Edwards, Reg J
At Sea, New Guinea. In foreground Commander A. Buchanan RAN, captain of the destroyer HMAS Arunta, watching refuelling operations during operations in northern waters in the Hollandia action. His ship...017304
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Starboard lookout, HMAS Arunta
Art
Maker: Adams, Dennis
The Tribal class destroyers such as "Arunta" have lookout positions on either side of the bridge. These are combination swivel seats with a bracket to hold the binoculars. Lookouts are relieved at lea...ART21521
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Widdows, Robert (Stoker)
Private Record
Maker: Widdows, Robert
Diary kept while serving aboard HMAS Arunta. Comments on sea trials, submarine patrols and attacks with depth charges, Japanese air attacks, refits at Cockatoo and Newcastle dockyards, convoy escort d...PR00033