| Place | Asia: Afghanistan |
|---|---|
| Accession Number | REL41111 |
| Collection type | Heraldry |
| Object type | Medallion |
| Physical description | Enamelled metal, Plastic |
| Maker |
Wundurra |
| Place made | Australia |
| Date made | c 2008 |
| Conflict |
Afghanistan, 2001-2021 |
Challenge Coin: Special Operations Task Force 66
Description
Circular metal medallion (challenge coin) with both obverse and reverse having a high quality enamelled finish. The obverse features a stereotypical Afghan landscape, featuring a green 'belt' and high mountains. In the background is the Afghan flag, superimposed with the Southern Cross and the Special Operations winged griffin emblem. 'TF66' is underneath the design. Around the edge is 'SPECIAL OPERATIONS TASK GROUP / AFGHANISTAN'. The reverse has a full colour Australian Coat of Arms.
History / Summary
Challenge coin associated with the Special Operations Task Force 66 in Afghanistan (TF66). This rotation is significant as they were first part-time Australian Army unit since 1945 to deploy to an active war zone to conduct combat operations.