| Accession Number | NAVY07614 |
|---|---|
| Collection type | Photograph |
| Object type | Negative |
| Maker |
Unknown |
| Place made | At sea |
| Date made | c May 1965 |
| Conflict |
Period 1960-1969 |
| Copyright |
Item copyright: Copyright expired - public domain
|
Aircraft handlers prepare a Gannet anti-submarine aircraft for launching from the aircraft ...
Description
Aircraft handlers prepare a Gannet anti-submarine aircraft for launching from the aircraft carrier HMAS Melbourne for a surveillance patrol over the South China Sea. The ship was participating in SEATO exercise Sea Horse whose purpose was to escort a convey from Manila to Bangkok.