Accession Number | P02018.412 |
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Collection type | Photograph |
Object type | Black & white - Film copy negative |
Maker |
West Australian Newspapers Ltd |
Place made | Australia: Western Australia, Perth |
Conflict |
Second World War, 1939-1945 |
Copyright |
Item copyright: Copyright expired - public domain
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Perth, WA. 1945-08-15. Elevated view of crowds of civlians and soldiers in a city street during ...
Description
Perth, WA. 1945-08-15. Elevated view of crowds of civlians and soldiers in a city street during celebrations for VP day. After the announcement of Japan's capitulation there were scenes of rejoicing throughout Australia. Smiling faces in Perth show the relief and happiness.