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POSTCARD: BERT CONGDON: AMATEUR RADIO ENTHUSIAST

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Overview

A postcard-sized black and white photograph of five men standing behind a table that is in an outdoor setting. The men are variously dressed in open-neck shirts, collar and tie, waist-coat and jacket. Displayed on the table is a home-built radio transmitter and receiver, possibly Bert Congdon's (2nd from left).
Reverse: On the reverse of the photograph are the names: Mr Bert Grey, Mr Bert Congdon.

Historical information

Photographic paper and ink

Details

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Registration number

cwa-org-43-2006.221

Item type

Themes

Material

Photographic Paper

Width

140 mm

Height or length

85 mm

Keywords

CONGDON, Bert (Bertie, Barney)

Statement of significance

Social significance: a depiction of a group of men with a common interest; an illustration of the clothing worn at the time.

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Tuesday, 11 February, 2025

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