| Place | Oceania: Australia, Queensland, North Queensland, Atherton Tableland, Atherton, Lake Eacham |
|---|---|
| Accession Number | ART22155 |
| Collection type | Art |
| Measurement | Overall: 39.4 x 46 cm; frame: 55.8 x 62.4 cm |
| Object type | Painting |
| Physical description | oil on canvas |
| Maker |
Dargie, William |
| Place made | Australia: Queensland, North Queensland, Atherton Tableland, Atherton, Lake Eacham |
| Date made | 1943 |
| Conflict |
Second World War, 1939-1945 |
| Copyright |
Item copyright: Copyright expired - public domain
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Troops bathing, Lake Eacham, Queensland
Description
Troops based near Townsville would travel to Lake Eacham for some recreation and relaxation on the weekends. This was a popular area for socialisation and a jetty and swimming raft were build in this area.