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Defence Series No. 161 - HMAS HOBART Cruiser built for RN as HMS APOLLO.
Defence Series No. 161 - HMAS HOBART Cruiser built for RN as HMS APOLLO.

Defence Series No. 161 - HMAS HOBART Cruiser built for RN as HMS APOLLO.

Publisher (Australian, founded 1880)
Maker
Datec 1941
Object number00028885
NamePostcard
MediumPhotographic print on paper
DimensionsOverall: 87 x 140 mm
ClassificationsPosters and postcards
Credit LineANMM Collection
DescriptionThis black and white photographic postcard shows a crowd watching from the dock as HMAS HOBART is manoeuvred into port by a tugboat. HOBART was a modified Leander class light cruiser serving in the Royal Australian Navy 1936-1960. Published by the Rose Stereograph Company in Armadale, Victoria, this card is number 161 in the Defence Series, which illustrates Royal Australian Navy ships.SignificanceThis postcard of HMAS HOBART is a pictorial record of a vessel that holds a significant place in Australian maritime history having served in the Royal Australian Navy.
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Image Not Available for WWII RAN Operational map plotting model Australian light cruiser HMAS HOBART
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Image Not Available for Original box for WWII RAN Operational map plotting model Australian light cruiser HMAS HOBART
Original box for WWII RAN Operational map plotting model Australian light cruiser HMAS HOBART
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