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The crew of HMAS Melbourne line up on the flight deck
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The crew of HMAS Melbourne line up on the flight deck
The crew of HMAS Melbourne line up on the flight deck alongside its complement of Skyhawk and Tracker aircraft. HMAS Melbourne was laid down in 1943 as HMS Majestic. Construction was frozen at the end of WW2 but resumed in 1949 after the ship was taken over by the RAN. It was commissioned in 1955. Date: 1943
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1943 Alongside Complement Crew Deck Frozen Hmas Laid Majestic Melbourne Skyhawk Tracker
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This evocative photograph captures the crew of HMAS Melbourne assembled on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier, surrounded by their complement of Skyhawk and Tracker aircraft. HMAS Melbourne, originally laid down as HMS Majestic in 1943, saw its construction frozen at the end of World War II. The ship was later taken over by the Royal Australian Navy (RAN) and commissioned in 1955. In this image, the crew members stand proudly next to their planes, their determined expressions reflecting the importance of their role in the defense of the nation. The Skyhawk and Tracker aircraft, with their distinctive shapes and powerful engines, are lined up neatly on the flight deck, ready for takeoff. This photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, showcasing the men and machines that made up the formidable HMAS Melbourne and its aviation wing during the mid-20th century.
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