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Australian forces operated in MR3 (also known as III Corps). They primarily fought in the battles of Long Tan, and Firebases Balmoral and Coral in '68. Australia was the only allied nation to field it's own tanks during the war; their Centurion medium gun tank (20 pounder/84mm).
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What was Robert menzies role in the Vietnam war against Australia?
he was the prime minister of Australia and he sent the troops to Vietnam
Which seato member sent troops to Vietnam in support of the US?
Several. Australia, New Zealand, The Philippines, Thailand, and the Republic of Korea (South Korea) sent troops to Vietnam.
What do Australian troops do?
Australia sent a regiment of their Centurion tanks to Vietnam, along infantry and artillery.
Did Britain have troops in Vietnam?
Yes. British troops did not fight alongside the American's in the Vietnam war. However, British troops were stationed in South Vietnam on the 13th September 1945. They were charged with restoring French rule over Vietnam. They released French Military units previously arrested by the Japanese, maintained order and were to a drawn into clashes against the Viet Minh in Southern Vietnam. The French may not have been able to establish a foothold in Southern Vietnam and force the Viet Minh out of Saigon without British assistance.
What did the Geneva accords provide for?
It forced French troops to leave Vietnam and divided Vietnam into two countries. (A)
What was Robert menzies role in the Vietnam war against Australia?
he was the prime minister of Australia and he sent the troops to Vietnam
Why did Australia get militarily involved in Vietnam?
Australia's involvement in the Vietnam War was to stop the spread of communism. What began as a limited engagement of a few troops ended with more than 60,000 troops in Vietnam and the title as Australia's most costly war.
How long were australia troops involved in the vietnam war?
for for years
Why did Australia withdraw from Vietnam?
A peace agreement was reached with North Vietnam in which the U.S.and Australia would with draw there troops and North Vietnam would stop attacking South Vietnam. After the U.S. and Australia withdrew there troops North Vietnam broke it's agreement and attacked and over ran South Vietnam.
What was Australia's involvement in World War 2 and Vietnam war?
Australia was an ally of the US and sent troops to fight in both WWII and Vietnam.
When did Australia enter the Vietnam conflict?
Australian troops entered into the Vietnam War on the 29th April 1965.
What is Vietnam's connection with Australia?
the aussies send troops to fight alongside the US
Why did Menzies sends Australian troops to Korea?
As in Vietnam, Australia was asked to by the US.
Which seato member sent troops to Vietnam in support of the US?
Several. Australia, New Zealand, The Philippines, Thailand, and the Republic of Korea (South Korea) sent troops to Vietnam.
Was the fear of communism the most important reason for Australia sending troops to Vietnam?
That was the basis for Australia joining the ANZUS Pact, and the Pact was the basis for its entry into the Vietnam War.
What do Australian troops do?
Australia sent a regiment of their Centurion tanks to Vietnam, along infantry and artillery.
How did Australia respond to communism in Australia?
The government formed alliances by signin treatys such as the SEATO and ANZUS Treaty
