| Place | Oceans: Indian Ocean, Cocos Keeling Islands |
|---|---|
| Accession Number | A03682 |
| Collection type | Photograph |
| Object type | Black & white - Film polyester negative |
| Maker |
Unknown |
| Place made | At sea |
| Conflict |
First World War, 1914-1918 |
| Copyright |
Item copyright: Copyright expired - public domain
|
The famous German raider SMS Emden, which was driven ashore at North Keeling Island, on 9 ...
Description
The famous German raider SMS Emden, which was driven ashore at North Keeling Island, on 9 November 1914, under heavy bombardment from HMAS Sydney and became a total loss. Commanded by Commodore J C T Glossop CB RN, the Sydney achieved victory in the first naval action in which an Australian warship was engaged.