File:American troops in fancy dress as part of King Neptune's court on the U.S.S. Republic crossing the equator, 1941 (5098840310).jpg

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English: Photographer: Mark Muller

Date: 6th December 1941
Description: The USS Republic was part of the Pensacola convoy heading to Brisbane. The soldiers dressed up in fancy dress as part of a 'Crossing the Line' ceremony which celebrates the crossing of the equator.
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  • troopships
  • soldiers
  • SLQ
  • Queensland

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