Diggers in East Timor
As part of my day job I've had the opportunity to interact with officers of the Australian armed forces through several venues - the Australian Army's liaison officers to the USMC at Quantico, an Australian Army major who was an integral part of the Marine Corps' Project Metropolis (urban operations) program, and the Australian delegation to Joint Urban Warrior 04, 05 and 06. To a man, I have been extremely impressed by these officers - especially concerning issues associated with stability and security operations, civil-military operations and cultural intelligence.
That said, I will be posting updates on Australia's ongoing operations in East Timor to the board and following the same with interest…
Reporting from today's The Australian follows...
Aussie Troops Take Control in Dili
Aussie Troops Lock Down Flashpoints
Rebels: Once More Into the Hills
Army to Use Lethal Force if Attacked
Complex Task to Restore Stability
A Tough Task, and It'll Take Time
Back for Good
On Edit: Here are some official links:
Australia Department of Defence
Australian Army
Royal Australian Navy
Royal Australian Air Force
Australian Defence Force Peacekeeping Centre
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