| Place | Asia: Burma, Mergui |
|---|---|
| Accession Number | ART28535.012 |
| Collection type | Art |
| Measurement | Overall: 15.2 x 22.8 cm(comp); 19.6 x 25.3cm(sheet) |
| Object type | Work on paper |
| Physical description | pencil on paper |
| Maker |
Korsch, John Donald |
| Place made | Burma: Mergui |
| Date made | 1942 |
| Conflict |
Second World War, 1939-1945 |
| Copyright |
Item copyright: AWM Licensed copyright |
The bag and pole method
Description
Australian prisoners of war carrying ballast for road building. They are using the bag and pole method, which, as can be seen consists of a bag tied at each corner and slung across a pole so that two men can carry the load.