Session 3 - Exchange Cruisers by Stevens

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The Exchange Cruiser Scheme 1924-1936 Dr David Stevens Director of Strategic & Historical Studies Sea Power Centre -Australia 30 July 2009

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The Exchange Cruiser Scheme1924-1936

Dr David StevensDirector of Strategic & Historical Studies

Sea Power Centre -Australia30 July 2009

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HMAS Brisbane

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HMAS Brisbane

From HMS Hawkins to HMAS Brisbane:

From HMAS Brisbane to HMS Hawkins:

“Request I be informed how many Bees in Brisbane.”

“Regret no precise figures available. How many Haws in Hawkins?”

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HMAS Adelaide

Alexandria Harbour 23

March 1936 - taken by HMAS Sydney’s aircraft

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HMAS Brisbane

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HMAS Melbourne & HMS Delhi

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HMAS Australia

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HMAS Australia with 1st Cruiser Squadron

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HMAS Australia and Sydney in the Mediterranean