| Place | Middle East: Persian Gulf |
|---|---|
| Accession Number | ART91777 |
| Collection type | Art |
| Measurement | Overall: 28.2 x 38.2 cm |
| Object type | Work on paper |
| Physical description | charcoal, brush and sepia and black ink wash, white chalk on paper |
| Maker |
Churcher, Peter |
| Place made | Persian Gulf |
| Date made | 4 February 2002 |
| Conflict |
Period 2000-2009 Afghanistan, 2001-2021 |
| Copyright |
Item copyright: © Australian War Memorial
This item is licensed under CC BY-NC
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Two "birdies" itemising spare parts for the helicopter in the hangar, Kanimbla
Description
Two seated soldiers itemising spare parts for the helicopter in the hangar. Peter Churcher recalled, "This drawing simply depicts ordinary everyday activities that go on. These men are referred to as "birdies" a colloquial term for the aviation crew. Their task is to check and itemise the spare parts of the helicopter which is their role to maintain".