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Lieutenant Hubert Edward Carse's RANVR uniform trousers
Lieutenant Hubert Edward Carse's RANVR uniform trousers

Lieutenant Hubert Edward Carse's RANVR uniform trousers

Date1951-1970
Object number00046829
NameTrousers
MediumTextile, Cotton
DimensionsOverall: 1044 x 404 x 56 mm, 506.63 g
ClassificationsClothing and personal items
Credit LineANMM Collection Gift from Joseph Millane
DescriptionThese Royal Australian Naval Volunteer Reserve uniform trousers were worn by Lieutenant Hubert 'Ted' Carse after 1951. Accompanying RANVR uniform jacket 00046828. SignificanceThis uniform is significant due to its association with Lieutenant Hubert 'Ted' Carse, who acted as MV KRAIT's master and navigator during Operation Jaywick, and was largely responsible for the vessel's successful return voyage to Singapore Harbour (and by extension the successful outcome of the raid).