Sight for 40 Cal Deck Gun

Historical information

On 2nd July 1955 Warramunga and Arunta became the first RAN Ships to join the force countering communism during The Malayan Emergency. Other ships which served during the emergency were HMA Ships Quickmatch, Queenborough, Anzac, Tobruk, Vampire, Vendetta, Voyager, Melbourne and Quadrant. Some of which took part in Bombardments against the CT's in Johore State.

Significance

Identified by Barry McKilop ex RAN

Physical description

Black painted metal object with 4 thumb screws adjustments and 2 vernier scales. Mounting has one cut out and 2 screw or pin guide holes

Inscriptions & markings

Parkerdale England Mk VII PH5A

Subjects

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