| Accession Number | P03434.005 |
|---|---|
| Collection type | Photograph |
| Object type | Black & white - Print silver gelatin |
| Maker |
Goldsworthy, Leon Verdi |
| Date made | 1940-1945 |
| Conflict |
Second World War, 1939-1945 |
| Copyright |
Item copyright: Copyright expired - public domain
|
England. An unidentified member of the RN Enemy Mining Section of HMS Vernon standing astride a ...
Description
England. An unidentified member of the RN Enemy Mining Section of HMS Vernon standing astride a recently recovered German mine lying on the deck of a recovery vessel. He is being assisted out of his diving suit by an unidentified RN rating and still has his helmet face plate closed and breathing apparatus connected. A rope is tethered to the front of his suit and he is wearing weighted boots.