The Australian War Memorial Collection. Test site
Disruptive Pattern Desert Uniform (DPDU) Trousers with khaki plastic buttons. The knees of the trousers are reinforced with a second layer of fabric, and the ankles are normally adjustable by elastic cords which are missing on these trousers. A slash pocket is located at each hip, a single patch pocket with central button closure on the right buttock, and a pair of pleated expanding pockets with concealed two button closures under flaps are located on the thighs. A 12 mm wide tear is on the right buttock pocket. The waist is closed by a zipper fly and two button waistband, and is adjustable via fabric tabs and a pair of buttons at each hip. There are five large button-down belt loops on the waistband. An olive green fabric manufacturer's label stitched to the lining of the right hand waist pocket is faded and the usual washing instructions, size and manufacturers details are illegible.
These trousers were worn by Captain Ben Seesink who served with the Australian Army Training Team Iraq (AATTI) from 3 May to 28 October 2004. The AATTI was formed specifically to provide advice and guidance to the officers and non commissioned officers in the Iraqi Army to enhance the training of their recruits. This type of desert camouflage uniform pattern was specifically researched and developed for the Australian Defence Force (ADF) and introduced into the ADF in 2002 where it saw its debut during Operation Slipper in Afghanistan. A more yellow coloured base shade was introduced into this camouflage pattern in time for Operation Falconer in Iraq in early 2003.
Circular unit patch made from several shades of embroidered brown and black cotton. The design incorporates a scorpion superimposed over an Australian flag, surrounded by 'ARMY TRAINING TEAM JTF633 /
Disruptive Pattern Desert Uniform (DPDU) wide brimmed bush hat. The hat has a wide circular brim and an oval shaped crown which is worn fore and aft. A band stitched around the outside of the crown at
Helmet cover in Disruptive Pattern Desert Uniform (DPDU) fabric for the Australian Army issued Kevlar PASGT helmet. The cover is made of cotton twill and polyester blend, and has two bands of similar
Disruptive Pattern Camouflage Uniform (DPCU) pack cover made from cotton twill and polyester blend material. The machine stitched hem of the cover has a black elasticised drawstring with an olive gree
Collection relating to the International Force East Timor (INTERFET) and Iraq War service of 2803295 Captain Ben Seesink, 3rd Combat Engineer Regiment, 1999, 1st Australian Army Training Team Iraq, 20
Four pocket long sleeved Disruptive Pattern Desert Uniform (DPDU) shirt with khaki plastic buttons. The sleeves are reinforced between elbow and wrist with a second layer of fabric, and are adjustable
Disruptive Pattern Desert Uniform (DPDU) Trousers with khaki plastic buttons. The knees of the trousers are reinforced with a second layer of fabric, and the ankles are adjustable by elastic cords. A
Trousers in 2003 type Disruptive Pattern Desert Uniform (DPDU) fabric as used in Iraq. The knees of the trousers are reinforced with a second layer of fabric, and the ankles are adjustable by elastic
Trousers in 2003 type Disruptive Pattern Desert Uniform (DPDU) fabric as used in Iraq. The knees of the trousers are reinforced with a second layer of fabric, and the ankles are adjustable by elastic
Trousers in Mk II (grey-toned) Disruptive Pattern Desert Uniform (DPDU) with khaki plastic buttons. The knees of the trousers are reinforced with a second layer of fabric, and there is a slash pocket
Trousers in Mk II (grey-toned) Disruptive Pattern Desert Uniform (DPDU) with khaki plastic buttons. The knees of the trousers are reinforced with a second layer of fabric, and there is a slash pocket
