Historical information

Model of the ship served on by W Thomson during WWII.

Significance

Scale model of the HMAS Maryborough that was operated by the Australian Navy during WWII.

Physical description

Grey and black painted plastic and wood scale model of the Bathurst class HMAS Maryborough (1940 to 1946) minesweeper (commonly known as corvettes) mounted in a wooden frame glass sided and top case. It has cotton rigging with metal anchor chains. An inscribed metal plate is located on the front glass side. The upper of the model is painted grey, and the bottom black. J195 is painted in black lettering on the bow of the model.

Inscriptions & markings

J195
H.M.A.S Maryborough
1940 - 1946
Made by W. Thomson