| Accession Number | F01821 |
|---|---|
| Collection type | Film |
| Measurement | 2 min 46 sec |
| Object type | Actuality footage |
| Physical description | 35mm/b&w/silent |
| Maker |
Carty, William Montague |
| Place made | New Guinea1 |
| Date made | 16 January 1943 |
| Access | Open |
| Conflict |
Second World War, 1939-1945 |
| Copyright |
Item copyright: Copyright expired - public domain
|
New Guinea Force Air Liaison Group
Description
A short item on M Aircraft Squadron, New Guinea Force Liaison Group showing Wackett Wirraways in flight and landing. Army radio operator in contact by radio with Wirraway crew. Intercommunication between aircraft and army liaison officer is by voice radio. These Wirraways were used for confirming infantry patrol reports, observing enemy movements, spotting for artillery. Identified personnel: NX100720 Captain R J C O'Loan, NX06341 Major D G Daniell Officer Commanding M Aircraft Squadron, New Guinea Force Liaison Group.
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