Virtual Discovery #10 Universal / Bren Gun Carrier
Part of a series of “Virtual Discovery” presentations featuring the military heritage of Rottnest island produced in parallel with Virtual Visit posts relating to the Australian Army Museum of Western Australia. This “Virtual Discovery” focuses on the WW2 Universal or Bren Gun Carrier
The Carden-Loyd series Universal or Bren Gun Carrier is the common name describing a family of light armoured tracked vehicles. The Carrier was widely used during World War 2 to transport personnel and equipment, mostly support weapons, or as machine gun platforms. This example was built at the State Engineering Works in North Fremantle. This example featured at the event commemorating the proof firing of H1 and H2 guns on Rottnest in 2013.
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The Rottnest Island was closed to the public for extended periods during the COVID-19 pandemic beginning in March 2020. The success of “Virtual Visi” series at the Australian Army Museum of Western Australia prompted the creation of a parallel series of “Virtual Discoveries” focussing on the military and heritage aspects of Rottnest island.
Australian Army Museum of Western Australia
Australian Army Museum of Western Australia
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