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XYMCA - Archive of the National Council of YMCAs (Young Men's Christian Association) - 1838-2008
K - First World War Green Books - 1906-1920
1 - Photographs illustrating war emergency work of the YMCA - 1906-1920
3 - Green Book 2 (Egypt) - 1914-1919
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Item
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YMCA/K/1/3/82
Title
Postcard: Egypt, Cairo: 'Esbekiah Gardens'
Extent
1 item
Date
1914-1918
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Description
Black and white photograph of a group of soldiers dressed in military uniform playing bagatelle (similar to billiards) in a hut at Esbekiah Gardens. One soldier is stood up to play and the others are sat down on chairs holding cues. The group is made up of various nationalities (deduced by style of military service cap), including Australians and Britons. The different uniforms feature the British service cap and Australian slouch hat.
Access Status
Open
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