Summary
Pair of brown woollen socks used in Antarctica, circa 1954 - 1966. These long socks were the standard light weight socks. They were replaced by the shorter ski sock as the men wore long pyjama type undergarments.
This is part of Museum Victoria's collection of artefacts from the post-war era of scientific exploration of Antarctica.
Physical Description
This sock is one of a pair of brown socks. It is very, very long with a thick band at the opening.
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Acquisition Information
Donation from Dr Phillip G. Law AC CBE - Australian Antarctic Division, 02 Feb 1993
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Overall Dimensions
11 cm (Length), 73.5 cm (Height)
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