| Accession Number | P02571.009 |
|---|---|
| Collection type | Photograph |
| Object type | Black & white - Print silver gelatin |
| Maker |
Evans, Eric Charles |
| Place made | Egypt |
| Date made | June 1940 |
| Conflict |
Second World War, 1939-1945 |
| Copyright |
Item copyright: Copyright expired - public domain
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A close view of the tail section, showing the bullet holes in a No 9 Squadron, RAAF, Seagull V ...
Description
A close view of the tail section, showing the bullet holes in a No 9 Squadron, RAAF, Seagull V (Walrus) amphibian, which was launched from the light cruiser, HMAS Sydney II, after a naval bombardment of Bardia on 21 June 1940. The Australian aircraft was shot down by Italian fighters whilst conducting a reconnaissance of the Bardia area. Through the skill of the pilot he managed to crash land the aircraft behind friendly lines in Egypt with no injuries to himself or his crew.