Disruptive pattern camouflage uniform cigarette case : Flight Sergeant M Royle, 38 Squadron, RAAF

Disruptive pattern camouflage uniform cigarette case. The case has black stitching and has been slit up both sides near the lid. Written inside is 'FSGT H.ROYLE A510862 OP ANODE 28 APR - 26 JUL 04' in black marker. Pattern information is written in pencil on the inside, such as 'Top Back', Top Sides' and 'Front'.

Hand made cigarette case associated with the service of Flight Sergeant Mark Royle. Due to perspiration, rain and humidity cigarette packets deteriorated quickly. The case is believed to have been made for Royle by Corporal Brinkley. Flight Sergeant Royle served in the Solomon Islands from 21 April to 26 July 2004 as part of Operation Anode.Operation Anode is the name of the Australian Defence Force (ADF) contribution to the Australian-led Regional Assistance Mission to the Solomon Islands (RAMSI). RAMSI's assistance is known as Operation Helpem Fren (Pidgin English for 'Helping Friend'). RAMSI is a partnership between the Solomon Islands and contributing countries of the Pacific region. It is a long-term exercise to help restore stability and peace to the Solomons, and to encourage the development of their economy. RAMSI was initially deployed on 24 July 2003, with a mandate approved by the Solomon Islands National Parliament, to help the Solomon Islands Government restore law and order, strengthen government institutions, reduce corruption and revive the economy. Fifteen countries contribute personnel to the mission, which includes police officers, military personnel and civilians.