| Place | Africa: Rwanda |
|---|---|
| Accession Number | MSU/94/0073/21 |
| Collection type | Photograph |
| Object type | Black & white - Film copy negative |
| Maker |
Fox, Geoffrey |
| Place made | Rwanda |
| Date made | 24 December 1994 |
| Conflict |
Rwanda (UNAMIR), 1993 - 1996 |
| Copyright |
Item copyright: © Australian War Memorial
This item is licensed under CC BY-NC
|
Australian Army legal officer, Major Bruce Oswald, instructs Indian troops with UNAMIR (United ...
Description
Australian Army legal officer, Major Bruce Oswald, instructs Indian troops with UNAMIR (United Nations Assistance Mission in Rwanda) on the Rules of Engagement and Orders for opening fire. Major Oswald, a member of the 308-strong Australian Medical Support Force, was tasked by the UN to teach international forces about their legal responsibilities when using force to carry out their duties. His lectures and practical demonstrations were given to numerous African peacekeepers, British, Canadian, Indian and Australian troops.