The Australian War Memorial Collection. Test site
A pair of Australian Army canvas gaiters painted black. On the inside of both gaiters is 'LUPTON' applied by hand with white ink. Above these both is a faded manufacturers stamping in white ink. Each gaiter has a pair of buckles and straps on the side and a buckle and leather strap at the bottom that is fitted under the sole of the boot. On the inside bottom of both gaiters is a single metal tab and double bracket for the tab to slide into.
This type of gaiters were manufactured in Australia and used by the Australian Army from the mid 1940's until the late 1960's. During the early stages of the Vietnam conflict, Australian troops wore this pattern of gaiters with Australian Army issued Ankle Boots (AB's) until they were replaced by the General Purpose (GP) boot. This pair of gaiters is associated with 213548 Lance Corporal Thomas William John Lupton. Born on 28 March 1943, Lupton served in South Vietnam with 13 Platoon, C Company, 1 Battalion,The Royal Australian Regiment (RAR) from 5 June 1965 to 3 June 1966. He later served nine years in the Australian Regular Army. He retired from the Army with the rank of corporal with 2RAR.
Olive green waterproof cotton kitbag with two piece tie off strap on one side. On the inside of the kitbag the manufacturer's stamp 'G.STRAUSS & SONS.' with a government issue broad arrow underneath.
Emerald green and white silk Vietnamese children's dressing gown with black silk facing. Vietnamese stylised trees, flowers and dragons are part of the green and white silk material. The black silk fa
A South Vietnamese flag with various units and locations in South Vietnam hand written in black ink. Written on the top centre of the flag in black ink is the following: '1R-A-R BEIN HOA VIET-NAM '65
Sky blue brocade dressing gown with black satin facings and hem. The fabric, a blend of acetate and rayon, has a pattern of stylised trees, flowers and emblems. The black satin facings are on the tops
Circular imitation tortoise shell pendant with inset mother of pearl Chinese characters for goodluck. A 30mm long gold chain and clasp is attached to the pendant. Associated with the service of 213
White silk sleeveless Vietnamese dress. There are two pairs of red and white fabric covered knot buttons and loops on the front of the gown, each of which consists three circles. There are two pairs
Olive green waterproof plastic bag from the standard Australian Army issue Section First Aid Kit. The list of contents and the directions of how to use a standard issued Section First Aid Kit are prin
Zippo brand cigarette lighter with a silver finish, inscribed with 'L/CPL LUPTON. T. 1RAR VIETNAM 65-66'. Glued to the lighter is a miniature bronzed Rising Sun badge of the Australian Commonwealth Mi
Pair of Australian Army canvas gaiters, painted black. On the inside of both gaiters is a faded manufacturer's stamping in white ink, which reads: 'C.G.C.F / D [broad arrow symbol] D / 1963 / SIZE 4'.
Khaki cotton kitbag with a white cotton drawstring at the opening. Handwritten in black ink on one side of the bag is '213548 / LUPTON'. There are several black scuff marks and stains on the front wit
Pair of badly scuffed leather and green canvas US issue Vietnam War era jungle boots. The black laces in both boots appear to be replacements, as they are clean compared to the rest of the boots. The
Olive drab nylon groundsheet and sleeping bag cover. The left side of the groundsheet has four pairs of press studs for opening and closing. An olive green nylon strip runs along under these press stu
A short brimmed light brown cotton bush hat with a Chinese manufacturers tag sewn into the inside of the crown. This tag has 'Golden Paddy - MADE IN CHINA' embroidered in English with some Chinese wri
Unpainted aluminium water bottle with attached aluminium screw top lid. The lid is secured to the water bottle by an aluminium chain. An unpainted aluminium cup that fits the base of the canteen is fi
