Australian Army
| Australian Army | |
|---|---|
 Emblem of the Australian Army | |
| Country | Australia |
| Branch | Australian Defence Force |
| Type | Army |
| Role | Land warfare |
| Size | 29,511 active personnel (2021) |
| Part of | Australian Defence Force |
| Garrison/HQ | Canberra, Australian Capital Territory |
| Motto(s) | Duty and Honour |
| Colors | Jungle Green, Khaki |
| March | Waltzing Matilda |
| Mascot(s) | Private Blue II (a Blue Heeler) |
| Anniversaries | Army Day (1 March) |
| Commanders | |
| Chief of Army | General Simon Stuart |
| Deputy Chief of Army | Lieutenant General Natasha Fox |
| Insignia | |
| Flag | 75px |
The Australian Army is the principal land warfare force of Australia, a part of the Australian Defence Force (ADF) along with the Royal Australian Navy and the Royal Australian Air Force. The Army is responsible for the defense of Australia and its national interests, as well as contributing to international peacekeeping and humanitarian efforts.
History[edit | edit source]
The Australian Army was officially formed on 1 March 1901, following the federation of Australia. It was initially composed of the various colonial military forces that existed prior to federation. The Army has participated in numerous conflicts, including the First World War, Second World War, Korean War, Vietnam War, and more recently, the War in Afghanistan and the Iraq War.
Structure[edit | edit source]
The Australian Army is organized into several commands and units, including:
Roles and Responsibilities[edit | edit source]
The primary roles of the Australian Army include:
- Defending Australia and its national interests
- Supporting international peacekeeping and humanitarian missions
- Assisting in domestic disaster relief and emergency management
Training and Education[edit | edit source]
The Australian Army places a strong emphasis on training and education. Key institutions include:
Equipment[edit | edit source]
The Australian Army is equipped with a range of modern military hardware, including:
- M1 Abrams main battle tanks
- ASLAV armoured vehicles
- Bushmaster Protected Mobility Vehicle
- Tiger ARH attack helicopters
Notable Operations[edit | edit source]
The Australian Army has been involved in numerous notable operations, including:
See also[edit | edit source]
- Australian Defence Force
- Royal Australian Navy
- Royal Australian Air Force
- Australian Army Reserve
- Australian Army Cadets
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