| Accession Number | NAVY18530 |
|---|---|
| Collection type | Photograph |
| Object type | Black & white - Film original negative 120 safety base |
| Maker |
RAN Public Relations |
| Place made | Vietnam: Vung Tau Special Zone, Vung Tau |
| Date made | 25 December 1968 |
| Conflict |
Vietnam, 1962-1975 |
| Copyright |
Item copyright: © Australian War Memorial
This item is licensed under CC BY-NC
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In true naval tradition, officers on board the RAN guided missile destroyer HMAS Perth (II) D38, ...
Description
In true naval tradition, officers on board the RAN guided missile destroyer HMAS Perth (II) D38, serve dinner to sailors while the ship is anchored in Vung Tau Harbour on Christmas Day. Supply Sub Lieutenant John Naughton and Lieutenant Commander Brian Geoffrey Gibbs serve the meal. While the Perth is in Vung Tau Harbour, the captain has allowed several members of RAN and Australian Army units serving in Vietnam to board and share Christmas dinner with friends and family members.