DPCU Trousers : Corporal A A Rutledge, 2 Cavalry Regiment, East Timor

Place Asia: East Timor
Accession Number REL33970.002
Collection type Heraldry
Object type Uniform
Physical description Cotton drill, Plastic
Maker Australian Defence Apparel
Place made Australia: Victoria
Date made 1998
Conflict East Timor, 1999-2013
Description

Cotton drill trousers in Disruptive Pattern Camouflage Uniform (DPCU) fabric with zippered fly and five buttoned belt loops. On either side of the fly are fabric tabs and buttons to adjust the fit at the waist. The trousers have reinforced knees and there are two hip pockets, two cargo pockets on the thighs with concealed buttoned flaps, and one rear patch pocket on the right with an exposed button. Written on the inside waistband is 'A SQN RUTLEDGE'.

History / Summary

Worn by 2806594 Corporal Aaron Allen Rutledge who served as crew commander on an Australian Light Armoured Vehicle (ASLAV) Personnel Carrier (PC) Type 2 with 2 Cavalry Regiment in East Timor.