| Accession Number | E03967 |
|---|---|
| Collection type | Photograph |
| Object type | Black & white - Glass original whole plate negative |
| Maker |
Unknown Australian Official Photographer |
| Place made | France: Nord Pas de Calais, Nord |
| Date made | 11 November 1918 |
| Conflict |
First World War, 1914-1918 |
| Copyright |
Item copyright: Copyright expired - public domain
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A typical German pillbox in the German line on the summit of Fromelles Ridge. From this and ...
Description
A typical German pillbox in the German line on the summit of Fromelles Ridge. From this and adjacent positions a devastating fire was poured upon the troops of the 5th Australian Division in the abortive battle of Fromelles on 19 July 1916. The pillbox has grass grown over its roof and around its sides, probably for camouflage, and on its side a sign with the word 'Ortrud'.