| Place | Oceania: Australia, Australian Capital Territory, Canberra |
|---|---|
| Accession Number | XS0254 |
| Collection type | Photograph |
| Object type | |
| Maker |
Unknown |
| Place made | Australia: Australian Capital Territory, Canberra |
| Date made | 16 August 1945 |
| Conflict |
Second World War, 1939-1945 |
| Copyright |
Item copyright: Copyright expired - public domain
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Victory in the Pacific Day (VP Day) at the Australian War Memorial
Description
The official party on the dais at the National Thanksgiving Service held at the Australian War Memorial, on the occasion of Victory in the Pacific Day (VP Day), 16th August 1945. Left to right: HRH The Duchess of Gloucester; Prime Minister Mr J B Chifley; Baroness Van Aerssen; Baron Van Aerssen; Mrs Drakeford; Mr Drakeford, Minister for Air; and Mr Auge.