| Place | Oceania: New Guinea1, Papua New Guinea, Papua, Milne Bay |
|---|---|
| Accession Number | P02821.004 |
| Collection type | Photograph |
| Object type | Black & white - Print silver gelatin |
| Maker |
Unknown |
| Place made | New Guinea1: Papua New Guinea, Papua, Milne Bay |
| Date made | c August 1942 |
| Conflict |
Second World War, 1939-1945 |
| Copyright |
Item copyright: Copyright expired - public domain
|
Four airmen, none identified, work on a Kittyhawk aircraft of 75 Squadron RAAF. Named 'Polly' and ...
Description
Four airmen, none identified, work on a Kittyhawk aircraft of 75 Squadron RAAF. Named 'Polly' and bearing the serial number A29-133, it was one of many flown by 75 Squadron's fighter pilots during the battle of Milne Bay. Note that the aircraft's rear (left) has been supported by a wooden trestle to enable the ground crew to effect a tail wheel change. This aircraft was later recovered and, after restoration, acquired by the Australian War Memorial where it is now held in the aircraft collection.