Naval Ceremonies and Inspections

Vintage images depicting naval ceremonies, inspections, and military leadership events aboard ships and at naval bases, set in various historical contexts.

New Flagship - Rear Admiral H. B. Farncomb salutes as he is piped aboard H.M.A.S. Sydney, new flagship of the Royal Australian Navy, today. The H.M.A.S. Sydney, which will leave for Manus Island at the end of the month, will be open for public inspection on Sunday. September 06, 1949.
New Flagship - Rear Admiral H. B. Farncomb salutes as he is piped aboard H.M.A.S. Sydney, new flagship of the Royal Australian Navy, today. The H.M.A.S. Sydney, which will leave for Manus Island at the end of the month, will be open for public inspection on Sunday. September 06, 1949.