| Place | Africa: Egypt, Alexandria |
|---|---|
| Accession Number | ART24179 |
| Collection type | Art |
| Measurement | Overall: 35.6 x 39.4 cm |
| Object type | Painting |
| Physical description | oil on canvas |
| Maker |
Norton, Frank |
| Place made | Egypt: Alexandria |
| Date made | 1941 |
| Conflict |
Second World War, 1939-1945 |
| Copyright |
Item copyright: Copyright expired - public domain
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HMS "Ajax" at Alexandria
Description
In her Zebra-like camouflage HMS "Ajax", Flagship of 7 Cruiser Squadron, at anchor in Alexandria Harbour. Moored to buoys are two of the many Vichy French ships interned in this port. Ships are flying Dutch flag in honour of Dutch International Day, Alexandria, Egypt.