The coffin of the Unknown Australian soldier lying in state at King's Hall, Old Parliament House, ...

Accession Number PAIU1993/273.11
Collection type Photograph
Object type Colour
Physical description Colour
Maker Alchin, Kerry
Place made Australia: Australian Capital Territory, Canberra, Parkes, Canberra, ACT
Date made c. 7-10 November 1993
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Description

The coffin of the Unknown Australian soldier lying in state at King's Hall, Old Parliament House, before the entombment at the Australian War Memorial on the 11 November. The catafalque party stands over the coffin, and the hall is crowded with media and members of the public.