| Accession Number | MALTA0673 |
|---|---|
| Collection type | Photograph |
| Object type | Black & white - Film original negative 3x4" safety base |
| Maker |
Sebastian, Jeffrey Graham (Jerry) |
| Place made | United Kingdom: England, Norfolk |
| Date made | July 1953 |
| Conflict |
Period 1950-1959 |
| Copyright |
Item copyright: Copyright expired - public domain
|
Australian speedway star Aub Lawson shows five members of 78 Fighter Wing RAAF his method of ...
Description
Australian speedway star Aub Lawson shows five members of 78 Fighter Wing RAAF his method of handling the light speedway bike. The airmen were visiting the Norwich speedway while stationed at a nearby RAF base. Lawson, who is captain of the Norwich team in the English speedway competition, also led the Australian team in the current speedway test series. Identified personnel (left to right): Sergeant (Sgt) Glen Stockham of Kilburn, NSW; Sgt Eric McLean of Schofields, NSW; Leading Aircraftman John Hughes of Burwood, NSW; Corporal (Cpl) Lyall Willis of Launceston, Tas; and Cpl Pat Hogan of Brisbane, Qld.