| Places | |
|---|---|
| Accession Number | REL/07710.002 |
| Collection type | Heraldry |
| Object type | Uniform |
| Physical description | Chrome-plated steel, Cotton, Plastic |
| Maker |
Unknown |
| Date made | c 1950s-1960s |
| Conflict |
Malayan Emergency, 1948-1960 Indonesian Confrontation, 1962-1966 |
Trousers : Australian Army
Description
British Army issue jungle green cotton drill trousers with brown plastic or Bakelite buttons. The trousers have a concealed five button fly, and the waist is adjusted by a pair of cross-over straps connecting to chromed buckles at the hips. Three loops are provided to retain an external waist belt, one at each hip and one at the centre back. Each is secured by a single button. There are a pair of slash pockets at the hips and inset rear pockets secured by button flaps. On the left thigh is a large cargo patch pocket with a single buttoned flap. The trousers have been heavily starched.
History / Summary
Worn by an unknown Australian NCO serving with 28 Commonwealth Brigade in Malaya circa 1955-1966.