Ration Tin Seat : Flight Sergeant M Royle, 38 Squadron, RAAF

Seat made from a ration tin. A thick cusion made from cotton canvas has been attached to the lid of the tin with screws. The bottom (lid) of the tin is impressed 'RECYCLE WHENEVER POSSIBLE'.

Improvised seat made from a ration tin, associated with the service of Flight Sergeant Mark Royle.The seat is believed to have been made 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.