HMAS Canberra (D33) underway off Tulagi, circa 7 August 1942
1942
The Royal Australian Navy heavy cruiser HMAS Canberra (D33) underway off Tulagi, during the landings there, 7-8 August 1942. Three transports are among the ships visible in the distance, with Tulagi and Florida Islands beyond.
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