| Accession Number | F05008 |
|---|---|
| Collection type | Film |
| Measurement | 25 min 19 sec |
| Object type | Training and Technical films |
| Physical description | 35mm/b&w/sound |
| Maker |
Australian Military Forces |
| Place made | Australia |
| Date made | 1939-1945 |
| Access | Open |
| Conflict |
Second World War, 1939-1945 |
| Copyright |
Item copyright: Copyright expired - public domain
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25 pr (Short) Aust.
Description
Australian Military Forces military training film AB4 AC4 on the Ordnance QF 25-pounder Short. Reel 1 shows the manufacture of the 25-pounder Short, the completed gun and its ammunition; demonstrates stripping and assembly also portability of the 25-pounder Short. Reel 2 shows drill and preparation for action, practice firing and camouflage. Reel 3 shows methods of moving the gun over rough terrain by hand and towing by different types of vehicles. Demonstrates method of loading the 25-pounder Short into C-47 Dakota (A65-39) transport aircraft and dropping by parachute. Troops in last few scenes assembling guns after airdrop are wearing American type steel helmets.
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Video of 25 pr (Short) Aust. (video)