Propeller [Commemorative Propeller]

Object detail

Accession number

2007.106

Production period

1940s

Description

A commemorative wooden propeller with circular metal plaque screwed on to the hub at four points. Commemorates rescue of an Australian aircraft by the New Zealand S.S. Hororata. Engraving on plaque states: PRESENTED TO THE OFFICERS AND CREW OF THE "S.S HORORATA" BY THE COMMANDING OFFICER AND MEMBERS OF 67 SQUADRON R.A.A.F. IN APPRECIATION OF THE RESCUE OF THE CREW OF ANSON LT 296 SOUTH PACIFIC OCEAN 20TH NOVEMBER 1944

Marks

april 1914 / m 423 / 991 Maker's Plate
DRG No. / Z3931/7 / CHEETAH X LH / D 7 33P.6.96 Maker's Plate

Media/Materials

Organic/Vegetal/Wood
Processed Material/Metal

Credit Line

1944-1945. Propeller [Commemorative Propeller], 2007.106. The Museum of Transport and Technology (MOTAT).

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Classification

Component, Aircraft Propeller, Aircraft Tools & Equipment for Communication Aerospace Transportation T&E Aerospace Transportation Accessories

Production place

Australia

Collection type

Air and Space Transport

Subject auto tags

Light Font Material property Gas Circle Glass Metal Transparent material Aluminium Titanium

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