| Places | |
|---|---|
| Accession Number | 084269 |
| Collection type | Photograph |
| Object type | Black & white |
| Physical description | Black & white |
| Conflict |
Second World War, 1939-1945 |
| Copyright |
Item copyright: Copyright expired - public domain
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TRINITY BEACH, CAIRNS AREA, QUEENSLAND. 1944-12-13. PRIVATE C E PHILLIPS, 1 COMBINED OPERATIONS ...
Description
TRINITY BEACH, CAIRNS AREA, QUEENSLAND. 1944-12-13. PRIVATE C E PHILLIPS, 1 COMBINED OPERATIONS SECTION, WEARING A KAPOK TYPE AMERICAN LIFE JACKET. SECURED BY FIVE TAPES AND WORN OVER WEBBING EQUIPMENT, THE JACKET PROVIDES QUICK RELEASE AND GOOD SUPPORT IN THE WATER. IT IS NOT RECOMMENDED FOR USE BY ASSAULT TROOPS BECAUSE OF ITS BULK.