| Accession Number | F07062 |
|---|---|
| Collection type | Film |
| Measurement | 1 min 29 sec |
| Object type | To be confirmed |
| Physical description | 35mm/b&w/silent |
| Maker |
Kinna, Darrell |
| Place made | New Guinea1: Huon Peninsula, Ramu River Finisterre Ranges Area, Ramu River Area, Faria River Area, Shaggy Ridge |
| Date made | 18 October 1943 |
| Access | Open |
| Conflict |
Second World War, 1939-1945 |
| Copyright |
Item copyright: Copyright expired - public domain
|
Mess parade in forward area
Description
Men of 2/16 Battalion, most forward of 21 Australian Infantry Brigade, dug in under canvas shelters on hill overlooking Japanese positions. Three soldiers in foxhole at "Berth's Post" examine Japanese rifle. Personnel of 2/27 Battalion line up on meal parade. Soldier's meal in American Army type dixie.
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Video of Mess parade in forward area (video)