Accession Number | HOBJ2106 |
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Collection type | Photograph |
Object type | Negative |
Maker |
Hobson, Phillip Oliver |
Place made | Korea |
Date made | c March 1951 |
Conflict |
Korea, 1950-1953 |
Copyright |
Item copyright: Copyright expired - public domain
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Korea. c. 1951. Walking over snow covered mountains, an Australian mortar fire control team moves ...
Description
Korea. c. 1951. Walking over snow covered mountains, an Australian mortar fire control team moves forward to a forward position to bring support to a patrol. They are carrying SMLE No. 1 Mk III* .303 calibre rifles, sleeping bags, and their own webbing which is a mix of Australian and American equipment. The soldiers at left are also carrying 3 inch mortar rounds. The soldier at right is also carrying a camera slung over his shoulder.