| Accession Number | P10380.004 |
|---|---|
| Collection type | Photograph |
| Object type | Black & white - Print silver gelatin |
| Maker |
Unknown |
| Place made | Japan: Kure |
| Date made | 26 August 1954 |
| Conflict |
Period 1950-1959 |
| Copyright |
Item copyright: Copyright expired - public domain
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O354 (154) Group Captain (Gp Capt) Ivan Stanley Podger, "En route Kure in my launch to attend ...
Description
O354 (154) Group Captain (Gp Capt) Ivan Stanley Podger, "En route Kure in my launch to attend conference'. This is one of a collection relating to the service of Gp Capt Ivan Stanley Podger. Enlisting with the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) in 1937, he went on to serve with the RAAF in the Second World War and was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross on 20 November 1943 for displaying outstanding leadership whilst flying. Podger also served as one of the Commanding Officers of 91 Composite Wing, RAAF, in the Korean War.