Historical information

Aeroplane model depicts a "P38 Lightning".
Belonged to Frederick George CROSBIE VX52187, enlisted in the 2nd AIF on 26.3.1941 age 22 years. At discharge from the Army on 19.12.1945 he held the rank of Pte in the 2/6 Batt AIF.

Physical description

.1) Trench Art. Female figure on map of New Guinea with raised arm holding aloft a model aeroplane.
.2) Attached to a wooden lacquered base. The figure and plane are made from aluminium.

Inscriptions & markings

Map is inscribed "Greetings from New Guinea 1945".