| Accession Number | F01747 |
|---|---|
| Collection type | Film |
| Measurement | 3 min 2 sec |
| Object type | Actuality footage |
| Physical description | 35mm/b&w/silent |
| Maker |
Unknown |
| Place made | Pacific Islands: Solomon Islands, Savo Island |
| Date made | August 1942 |
| Access | Open |
| Conflict |
Second World War, 1939-1945 |
| Copyright |
Item copyright: Copyright expired - public domain
|
HMAS Canberra: Solomons action
Description
HMAS Canberra with United States Naval units. Shots of HMAS Canberra burning. HMAS Canberra was sunk in action against the Japanese Navy in a night action on 8-9 August 1942.
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