| Accession Number | F03618 |
|---|---|
| Collection type | Film |
| Measurement | 10 min 49 sec |
| Object type | Short film |
| Physical description | 16mm/b&w/sound |
| Place made | Australia |
| Date made | 1954 |
| Access | Open |
| Conflict |
Korea, 1950-1953 British Commonwealth Occupation Force, 1946-1952 (Japan) |
| Copyright |
Item copyright: Copyright expired - public domain
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In a great tradition
Description
A Directorate of Public Relations, Department of the Army production tracing the then 9 year history of the 3rd Battalion the Royal Australian Regiment. Covers its formation in New Guinea as the 67 Bn in 1945, service with BCOF, action in Korea and return to Australia in 1954. Includes scenes of 3 RAR disembarking on its return in Brisbane. This was the first time that 3 RAR set foot in Australia since its formation. Also shows ceremonies and city marches in Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne.
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