Accession Number | P02497.040 |
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Collection type | Photograph |
Object type | Black & white - Film copy negative |
Place made | Pacific Islands: Solomon Islands, Guadalcanal |
Date made | 7 August 1942 |
Conflict |
Second World War, 1939-1945 |
Copyright |
Item copyright: Copyright expired - public domain This item is in the Public Domain |
The Australian battle ensign of HMAS Hobart is hoisted up the foremast at dawn. Signalman Keith ...
Description
The Australian battle ensign of HMAS Hobart is hoisted up the foremast at dawn. Signalman Keith John Johnson had secured the flag to the mast to prevent it dipping and indicating surrender.