In the galley, HMAS Shropshire

Originally of the Royal Navy, the 'Shropshire' was transferred to the Royal Australian Navy after the loss of the heavy cruiser HMAS 'Canberra' on 9 August 1942 in the Battle of Savo Island. Shropshire, an 8-inch heavy cruiser, saw extensive service in the Pacific, taking part in the American and Australian landings in Dutch New Guinea, the Philippines and Borneo. Adams had the opportunity to observe a diverse range of jobs and working environments while on board. Here, a cook prepares a meal using a large boiler while the ship is stood off Yokohama during the occupation of Japan by the Allies.