Historical information
The photograph is associated with Harry Holmes who was a member of the Australian Imperial Force based in Egypt at the time.
Egypt was a major base for the AIF from December 1914. A number of campaigns were fought in this theatre. There were two campaigns involving the AIF. Note that not all the fighting was actually geographically in Egypt. (http://www.aif.adfa.edu.au:8888/about3.html)
Physical description
Image of two uniformed Australian soldiers guarding a temporary gaol at Metra during World War One.
Inscriptions & markings
Verso: 'Clink or jail at Metra. Gordon [Spittle] in the centre and Jim and George Hobill on guard.
