AWM Collection Record: ART91777
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ID Number: | ART91777 |
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| Title: | Two "birdies" itemising spare parts for the helicopter in the hangar, Kanimbla | ||
| Maker: | Churcher, Peter | ||
| Object type: | Drawing | ||
| Place made: | Indian Ocean: Persian Gulf | ||
| Date made: | 4 February 2002 | ||
| Physical description: | charcoal, brush and sepia and black ink wash, white chalk on paper | ||
| Measurements: | 28.2 x 38.2 cm | ||
| Summary: | Two seated soldiers itemising spare parts for the helicopter in the hangar. 'This drawing simply depicts ordinary everyday activities that go on. These men are referred to as "birdies" a colloquial term for the aviation crew. Their task is to check and itemise the spare parts of the helicopter which is their role to maintain.' Peter Churcher, interview with Betty Snowden, April 2002. | ||
| Copyright: | AWM copyright | ||
| Related subject: | Vessels; Warships | ||
| Related unit: | Royal Australian Navy | ||
| Related place: | Indian Ocean: Persian Gulf | ||
| Related conflict: | Afghanistan, 2001- |
Last-Modified: Fri, 22 Aug 2008 00:56:53 GMT
