Commemorative book [manuscript]. 1927-1981.

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Commemorative book [manuscript]. 1927-1981.

This commemorative book, prepared by the A.C.T. Chapter of the Naval Historical Society of Australia, records details about H.M.A.S. "Canberra" (1927-1942), the men who served in her and the memorial, unveiled in August 1981 in Wendouree Drive, Kings Park, Canberra.

2 cm.

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SNAC Resource ID: 7076639

Libraries Australia

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H.M.A.S. Canberra was a Country Class Cruiser built in Scotland in 1927. She was the flagship of the Royal Australian Navy during peacetime service. During World War II, H.M.A.S. "Canberra" was employed on patrol and convoy duties and was sunk on 9.8.1942 in the Battle of Savo Island. From the description of Commemorative book [manuscript]. 1927-1981. (Libraries Australia). WorldCat record id: 225842226 ...

Canberra (Cruiser)

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