Australian Combat Equipment Used in the Vietnam War

[Brian Keith]

Australian forces used a mix of British Pattern 58 and US style equipment for their ground troops in Vietnam.

In this display you will see the Australian Back Pack, a water bladder, the equipment belt and yoke with various pouches and the unmistakable Digger hat.

Most of this equipment was made in Australia.

I purchased these items at a collector liquidation auction. The uniform had sold prior to me getting to the sale. I don't know where the original collector acquired the items. I made the photo during an exhibit we did locally for the 4th of July celebration, the exhibit featured the Vietnam War. The hat is dated 1968 and belongs to a buddy.

Thanks for looking.

BKW

[Turbokidd]

Thanks for posting, very interesting stuff.

 

I recently saw the movie Danger Close, about the battle of Long Tran. I didn’t know much about Australia’s contribution to the Vietnam War. I posted a question about it in the movies section.

[ParaOps]

Nicely done.

 

The Vietnam era equipment was worn into the early 90's.

 

Paul

[gwb123]

Always good to see Australian gear and uniforms. Very hard to find in the US.

[Brian Keith]

Thanks for all the great comments. Very glad you enjoyed seeing this display.

BKW