| Accession Number | HOBJ0606 |
|---|---|
| Collection type | Photograph |
| Object type | Black & white - Print silver gelatin |
| Maker |
Hobson, Phillip Oliver |
| Place made | Japan: Kure |
| Date made | c April 1950 |
| Conflict |
British Commonwealth Occupation Force, 1946-1952 (Japan) |
| Copyright |
Item copyright: Copyright expired - public domain
|
Unidentified members of the British Commonwealth Occupation Force (BCOF) enjoy a game of cricket ...
Description
Unidentified members of the British Commonwealth Occupation Force (BCOF) enjoy a game of cricket at Anzac Park. A batsman prepares defend his stumps, while the wicket-keeper is ready to take the ball if it comes through to him. Other fieldsmen wait for a catch. Note the pitch and the batting crease are made from carpet laid over the bare earth.