The Australian War Memorial Collection. Test site
Woollen crocheted soft brim hat in red, blue, green and yellow. The central red band has 'SOOMAALIYA' crocheted around it in green. The brim is blue with a yellow interwoven pattern and edge. This pattern is repeated in the same colours above the central band. The crown consists of a central blue circle bordered in red with overlaying green and yellow squares.
Associated with the service of Private Steven T Donald who served with 1 RAR as part of the Unified Task Force in Somalia (UNITAF) in 1993. Donald departed for Somalia by sea on 24 December and arrived in early January 1993. The Battalion were trained on board with special attention given to first aid, weapons and practising company formations to control riots. Donald was promoted to the rank of No. 1 Rifleman on 11 January 1993. 1 RAR operated the Baidoa Humanitarian Relief Sector in south-western Somalia. Daily work included patrolling, providing escorts and food drops to the local population. The battalion was also called upon for aid during riots and other civil disturbances. Donald left Somalia on 9 May 1993.
Collection relating to the Operation Solace service of 234911 Private (later Corporal) Steven Thomas Donald, 1 Battalion, Royal Australian Regiment (1RAR), Somalia, 1992-1993. Wallet 1 of 1 - Consist
Group portrait of members of 5 Section, 2 Platoon, A Company, 1st Battalion, the Royal Australian Regiment (1RAR) in Somalia. 1 RAR was deployed as part of the Unified Task Force in Somalia (UNITAF) i
Oxidised 'antique' copper Infantry Combat Badge. The badge is a wreath overlain by a vertically aligned bayonet. Associated with 185458 Lance Corporal Shannon McAliney. He was accidentally killed in
Australian Active Service Medal with clasp 'Somalia'. Impressed around edge with recipient's details. Associated with 185458 Lance Corporal Shannon McAliney. He was accidentally killed in Somalia on
Jungle green cotton Australian Army bush hat with blackened brass ventilation eyelets set around the crown. The hat is reversible, and is currently displayed inside-out. A strip of pale yellow cotton
Private issue 'Auscam' pattern camouflage canvas yoke. The yoke is lined with a black blanket type material and has two pockets with velco seals in the chest area. Associated with 185458 Lance Corpo
Dutch doll made from woollen felt and cotton wadding. The doll is a girl with plaited yellow hair and a cap embroidered with yellow stars. The brim of the cap is blue at the front and purple at the ba
Privately purchased large metal framed backpack in 'Auscam' pattern camouflage canvas fabric. The pack has four pockets on the front, a top with drawstring closure, and an elasicated flap. It has had
