Wartime Issue 75 - Winter 2016

Wartime Cover Issue 75

The Vietnam War: counting the cost

  • To save a village by Ashley Ekins.Enemy infiltration challenged Australian forces at Binh Ba to a ferocious battle.
  • Knowing the enemy by Robert O'Neill.There was much to learn while building an intelligence network in Phuoc Tuy, 1966-67.
  • Forward observer by Steve Gower. Artillery played a vital role in counter-insurgency warfare in South Vietnam.
  • Being at Long Tan by Michael Bell.Indigenous soldier Victor Simon discusses his service in 6RAR.
  • A NASHO's service by Simon Kleinig.What seemed like destiny became an experience that has lasted a lifetime.
  • Early naval action by Cameron Ross. HMAS Pioneer played a part in the struggle for East Africa in 1916.
  • The Last Post: Lance Corporal Kerry Michael Rooney, 6RAR.
  • Plus regular features, including Reflections, Mail Call, and book reviews.

In this issue

Sergeant Brian Walsh and 2nd Lieutenant Jim Fitzsimon, both of 7RAR, checking an American .30-06 calibre M1917 rifle and a 7.92-mm German Mauser Model 98

From the East and the West

During the Vietnam War the frontline Australian soldier faced a diverse range of weapon systems.

By Garth O'Connell

Vietnam War 1962 - 1975