| Accession Number | F01786 |
|---|---|
| Collection type | Film |
| Measurement | 2 min 21 sec |
| Object type | Actuality footage |
| Physical description | 35mm/b&w/silent |
| Maker |
Carty, William Montague |
| Place made | Australia: Northern Territory, Wycliffe Well |
| Date made | October 1942 |
| Access | Open |
| Conflict |
Second World War, 1939-1945 |
| Copyright |
Item copyright: Copyright expired - public domain
|
Wycliffe Well farm
Description
This farm was an experiment by the army, who at first, thought it was impossible to grow anything in this part of Australia. There were 15 men specially drawn from the army, who in civil life, were farmers. Three acres of land were selected at Wycliff Well. Water is clear crystal bore. It was pumped up through pipes onto the farm and ran into channels alongside of vegetable beds. The farm has been in operation for 7 months and has proved very successful. Identified personnel Private Muller, Corporal Clements. See scene list for quantities of produce grown.
Film order form-
Video of Wycliffe Well farm (video)