BLACK - BERETS Message Forum http://black-berets.forumandco.com/feed/? Latest topics Fri, 06 Nov 2009 11:32:57 GMT 10 BLACK - BERETS Message Forum http://illiweb.com/fa/prosilver/site_logo.gif http://black-berets.forumandco.com/feed/? NATIONAL INCORPORATION http://black-berets.forumandco.com/3-4-cavalry-message-board-f5/national-incorporation-t618.htm Noel Mc Laughlin Hans has asked on the 3 cav site if the Assn should consider national incorporation. It’s an idea that is worth some serious thought. I’ve done just that. At present I do not believe the Assn is in any way healthy enough to even consider that proposal. In looking at the idea of national incorporation, I would argue that the short answer is no. My argument is based on the following: 1. I looked at my Assns Law text again and went through the section on incorporated associations ... 3/4 Cavalry Message Board Mon, 26 Oct 2009 04:56:13 GMT http://black-berets.forumandco.com/3-4-cavalry-message-board-f5/national-incorporation-t618.htm#1806 http://black-berets.forumandco.com/3-4-cavalry-message-board-f5/national-incorporation-t618.htm Larry "angry ant" Hartnett http://black-berets.forumandco.com/general-discussion-f1/larry-angry-ant-hartnett-t628.htm Trev h.
If you would like to leave a message phone 02 96036055 and his wife will pass it on.

TH]]> General Discussion Fri, 06 Nov 2009 11:32:57 GMT http://black-berets.forumandco.com/general-discussion-f1/larry-angry-ant-hartnett-t628.htm#1830 http://black-berets.forumandco.com/general-discussion-f1/larry-angry-ant-hartnett-t628.htm Il Silencio http://black-berets.forumandco.com/general-discussion-f1/il-silencio-t620.htm Trev h. This is from Trev "Bluey" Lowe. He must have known i was an Andrie Rieu freak as this is brilliant. The young lady is only 13 years old. Click below Il Silencio General Discussion Wed, 28 Oct 2009 10:23:43 GMT http://black-berets.forumandco.com/general-discussion-f1/il-silencio-t620.htm#1813 http://black-berets.forumandco.com/general-discussion-f1/il-silencio-t620.htm Change Freq http://black-berets.forumandco.com/general-discussion-f1/change-freq-t627.htm Anonymous ]]> General Discussion Wed, 04 Nov 2009 21:07:25 GMT http://black-berets.forumandco.com/general-discussion-f1/change-freq-t627.htm#1825 http://black-berets.forumandco.com/general-discussion-f1/change-freq-t627.htm 2 Cav Regt http://black-berets.forumandco.com/2nd-cavalry-regt-forum-f7/2-cav-regt-t625.htm Trev h. Yes it will stay and please feel free to use it whenever.

Regards

TH]]> 2nd Cavalry Regt Forum Tue, 03 Nov 2009 09:41:27 GMT http://black-berets.forumandco.com/2nd-cavalry-regt-forum-f7/2-cav-regt-t625.htm#1820 http://black-berets.forumandco.com/2nd-cavalry-regt-forum-f7/2-cav-regt-t625.htm EX Gold Eagle 2009 Supporting the Tanks http://black-berets.forumandco.com/general-discussion-f1/ex-gold-eagle-2009-supporting-the-tanks-t626.htm Trev h. Click the link below. http://www.defence.gov.au/media/download/2009/Nov/20091102b/index.htm http://www.defence.gov.au/media/download/2009/Nov/20091102a/index.htm http://www.defence.gov.au/media/download/2009/Nov/20091102/index.htm General Discussion Tue, 03 Nov 2009 10:55:53 GMT http://black-berets.forumandco.com/general-discussion-f1/ex-gold-eagle-2009-supporting-the-tanks-t626.htm#1821 http://black-berets.forumandco.com/general-discussion-f1/ex-gold-eagle-2009-supporting-the-tanks-t626.htm Australia's Monthly History- November http://black-berets.forumandco.com/australia-s-monthly-military-history-f3/australia-s-monthly-history-november-t624.htm Trev h. 1 November 1914 First AIF sails The first Australian and New Zealand contingent sails from Albany, Western Australia, bound for Egypt. Only one in three of those who sailed in the first convoy would return physically unscathed at the end of the First World War. 1 November 1945 Australia ratifies United Nations Charter Australia played a leading role in the formation of the United Nations, a product of its commitment to the ideals for which the Allies fought in the Second World War. ... Australia's Monthly Military History Sat, 31 Oct 2009 21:03:06 GMT http://black-berets.forumandco.com/australia-s-monthly-military-history-f3/australia-s-monthly-history-november-t624.htm#1819 http://black-berets.forumandco.com/australia-s-monthly-military-history-f3/australia-s-monthly-history-november-t624.htm Warning order http://black-berets.forumandco.com/general-discussion-f1/warning-order-t619.htm Trev h.
It is estimated the change will be in 2 weeks ---WATCH THIS SPACE.


T. bounce lol! H.]]> General Discussion Wed, 28 Oct 2009 10:11:08 GMT http://black-berets.forumandco.com/general-discussion-f1/warning-order-t619.htm#1812 http://black-berets.forumandco.com/general-discussion-f1/warning-order-t619.htm Riverland Memorial --Berri S.A. http://black-berets.forumandco.com/general-discussion-f1/riverland-memorial-berri-sa-t623.htm Trev h.




]]> General Discussion Fri, 30 Oct 2009 21:01:52 GMT http://black-berets.forumandco.com/general-discussion-f1/riverland-memorial-berri-sa-t623.htm#1817 http://black-berets.forumandco.com/general-discussion-f1/riverland-memorial-berri-sa-t623.htm KMW Hands Over First Leopard 1A5 Main Battle Tank to Brazilian Army http://black-berets.forumandco.com/the-goss-f2/kmw-hands-over-first-leopard-1a5-main-battle-tank-to-brazilian-army-t622.htm Trev h. On 28 October 2009, Krauss-Maffei Wegmann (KMW) handed over the first of 220 LEOPARD 1A5 main battle tanks to the Brazilian army at the company's site in Kassel, Germany. The tanks come from the reserve stocks of the German army and have been overhauled and modernised since the start of this year. Delivery of all the systems is scheduled by 2012. Brazil purchased the main battle tanks in the context of a government-to-government agreement with Germany. The Federal Office of Defence ... The Goss Fri, 30 Oct 2009 20:51:42 GMT http://black-berets.forumandco.com/the-goss-f2/kmw-hands-over-first-leopard-1a5-main-battle-tank-to-brazilian-army-t622.htm#1816 http://black-berets.forumandco.com/the-goss-f2/kmw-hands-over-first-leopard-1a5-main-battle-tank-to-brazilian-army-t622.htm First G–Wagon Handed Over to Defence http://black-berets.forumandco.com/the-goss-f2/first-gwagon-handed-over-to-defence-t621.htm Trev h. Greg Combet, Minister for Defence Personnel, Materiel and Science, announced today that the first prototype Mercedes Benz G-Wagon vehicles have been handed over to staff from the Defence Materiel Organisation’s project Land 121 (Overlander) at a ceremony conducted in Graz, Austria. “The new G-Wagon is a very capable vehicle that will include detachable unit-specific modules designed for specific tasks, for example, munitions transfer, field ambulances or troop carriers,” Mr Combet said. ... The Goss Fri, 30 Oct 2009 20:48:32 GMT http://black-berets.forumandco.com/the-goss-f2/first-gwagon-handed-over-to-defence-t621.htm#1815 http://black-berets.forumandco.com/the-goss-f2/first-gwagon-handed-over-to-defence-t621.htm Tankie pix by Lofty Harris http://black-berets.forumandco.com/st-armoured-regt-photo-shows-f6/tankie-pix-by-lofty-harris-t617.htm Lofty Harris http://public.fotki.com/RockyOne/ loftysaussiearmyfun/ I know guys. My collection of army pix includes heaps not shown here so I had better lift my game and post some more. I need a R O to order me to get moving. My wife often says 'You were a gunner (Cent etc) in the army and you're still a-gunna now. Gunna do this. Gunna do that.). She got that right. Lofty Harris]]> !st Armoured Regt Photo Shows Sun, 25 Oct 2009 21:49:19 GMT http://black-berets.forumandco.com/st-armoured-regt-photo-shows-f6/tankie-pix-by-lofty-harris-t617.htm#1805 http://black-berets.forumandco.com/st-armoured-regt-photo-shows-f6/tankie-pix-by-lofty-harris-t617.htm Pucka Memories http://black-berets.forumandco.com/st-armoured-regt-photo-shows-f6/pucka-memories-t554.htm Trev h.


]]> !st Armoured Regt Photo Shows Wed, 02 Sep 2009 23:13:14 GMT http://black-berets.forumandco.com/st-armoured-regt-photo-shows-f6/pucka-memories-t554.htm#1629 http://black-berets.forumandco.com/st-armoured-regt-photo-shows-f6/pucka-memories-t554.htm CENTURION MBT 169043 1A STH VIETNAM RESTORATION http://black-berets.forumandco.com/general-discussion-f1/centurion-mbt-169043-1a-sth-vietnam-restoration-t579.htm BSHEVLIN TO KEEP UPDATED ON THE RESTORATION OF HER COPY PASTE THE ADDRESS BELOW YOU MAY HAVE TO JOIN TO SEE PICS BUT IF YOU HAVE A INTEREST IN ANYTHING EX AUSSIE ARMY OR AUSSIE MILITARY HISTORY ITS WORTH JOINING I JUST FOUND OUT SHE WON PARATUS CUP IN 1976 & 77 [url= http://www.mvca.com.au/forum/index.php?showtopic=739&st=0] http://www.mvca.com.au/forum/index.php?showtopic=739&st=0[/url] General Discussion Tue, 22 Sep 2009 13:26:37 GMT http://black-berets.forumandco.com/general-discussion-f1/centurion-mbt-169043-1a-sth-vietnam-restoration-t579.htm#1701 http://black-berets.forumandco.com/general-discussion-f1/centurion-mbt-169043-1a-sth-vietnam-restoration-t579.htm How did we arrive at this point? http://black-berets.forumandco.com/3-4-cavalry-message-board-f5/how-did-we-arrive-at-this-point-t615.htm John Coe (AJ) I must ask how we have arrived at the point where this association could cease to exist. We did not just wake up one morning and find that all our members were silent. There must have been some warning signs. It reminds me of the old adage; For want of a nail the shoe was lost. For want of a shoe the horse was lost. For want of a horse the rider was lost. For want of a rider the battle was lost. For want of a battle the kingdom was lost. And all for the ... 3/4 Cavalry Message Board Thu, 22 Oct 2009 13:07:30 GMT http://black-berets.forumandco.com/3-4-cavalry-message-board-f5/how-did-we-arrive-at-this-point-t615.htm#1797 http://black-berets.forumandco.com/3-4-cavalry-message-board-f5/how-did-we-arrive-at-this-point-t615.htm AFV Crewman Badge ? http://black-berets.forumandco.com/general-discussion-f1/afv-crewman-badge-t616.htm Four Charlie I understand Neville Modystack has proposed the introduction of an AFV Crewman Badge and that it is, at least for the moment, a dead issue at Head of Corps level. Does anyone know what Neville had in mind? General Discussion Fri, 23 Oct 2009 02:23:10 GMT http://black-berets.forumandco.com/general-discussion-f1/afv-crewman-badge-t616.htm#1798 http://black-berets.forumandco.com/general-discussion-f1/afv-crewman-badge-t616.htm BRIEFING NOTE FOR CURRENT AND FORMER MEMBERS http://black-berets.forumandco.com/3-4-cavalry-message-board-f5/briefing-note-for-current-and-former-members-t614.htm Noel Mc Laughlin Okay gents...Stand easy...Listen in... I'm in for surgery tomorrow and wanted to get this brifeing note out to you all for consideration and comment. I'm sorry about the length of this post (1600 words), but the issues considered therein, were in my opinion, too important to skimp on the contentions. I spoke with John Coe at length on Friday morning – for almost one hour. We discussed a range of issues he sent to me in some private emails. I now wish to address some of ... 3/4 Cavalry Message Board Thu, 22 Oct 2009 08:42:22 GMT http://black-berets.forumandco.com/3-4-cavalry-message-board-f5/briefing-note-for-current-and-former-members-t614.htm#1795 http://black-berets.forumandco.com/3-4-cavalry-message-board-f5/briefing-note-for-current-and-former-members-t614.htm Defence Firepower to Receive Major Boost http://black-berets.forumandco.com/the-goss-f2/defence-firepower-to-receive-major-boost-t613.htm Trev h. The Minister for Defence, Senator John Faulkner, today announced that the Government has given Second Pass Approval for a A$493 million project to provide the next generation artillery system for the Australian Army. Senator Faulkner said the first phase of Land 17 (the Artillery Replacement Project) will provide the Army with four batteries of 35 M777A2 155mm Lightweight Towed Howitzers. “The Lightweight Towed Howitzer is the most advanced towed artillery system available in the ... The Goss Tue, 20 Oct 2009 20:53:02 GMT http://black-berets.forumandco.com/the-goss-f2/defence-firepower-to-receive-major-boost-t613.htm#1794 http://black-berets.forumandco.com/the-goss-f2/defence-firepower-to-receive-major-boost-t613.htm Rapid Prototyping Development and Evaluation Program Continues to Attract the Best from Industry and Academia http://black-berets.forumandco.com/the-goss-f2/rapid-prototyping-development-and-evaluation-program-continues-to-attract-the-best-from-industry-and-academia-t612.htm Trev h. Greg Combet, Minister for Defence Personnel, Materiel and Science, today announced that 54 companies, academic institutions and government agencies have been selected to join the Rapid Prototyping Development and Evaluation Program (RPDE). “RPDE, or ‘Rapid’, is a collaborative venture that was established to help Defence resolve difficult and challenging problems,” said Mr Combet. “After four and a half years of operation, Rapid continues to break new ground in the area of Government ... The Goss Tue, 20 Oct 2009 20:51:24 GMT http://black-berets.forumandco.com/the-goss-f2/rapid-prototyping-development-and-evaluation-program-continues-to-attract-the-best-from-industry-and-academia-t612.htm#1793 http://black-berets.forumandco.com/the-goss-f2/rapid-prototyping-development-and-evaluation-program-continues-to-attract-the-best-from-industry-and-academia-t612.htm .30cal machine gun http://black-berets.forumandco.com/canister-on-fire-f4/30cal-machine-gun-t610.htm BruceCameron
Is it correct that the main modification of our L3A4 Browning, was that the working parts were held to the rear when the gun was cocked (unlike the M60)?

Many thanks, Bruce]]> Canister -- On ----- FIRE!! Sat, 17 Oct 2009 06:35:13 GMT http://black-berets.forumandco.com/canister-on-fire-f4/30cal-machine-gun-t610.htm#1784 http://black-berets.forumandco.com/canister-on-fire-f4/30cal-machine-gun-t610.htm Let us start the process to move forward http://black-berets.forumandco.com/3-4-cavalry-message-board-f5/let-us-start-the-process-to-move-forward-t609.htm John Coe (AJ) Your input is required!!!! This post was penned (or typed for the more pedantic) prior to the association website being shut down but is still relevant. As you may have read or heard the association has arrived at a crossroads and we as its drivers need to know should we turn left or turn right or go straight ahead, so we are seeking ideas from all members and interested parties. On our main website page you will have seen: Our Aim Our aim is to foster the goodwill and camaraderie ... 3/4 Cavalry Message Board Sat, 17 Oct 2009 03:35:37 GMT http://black-berets.forumandco.com/3-4-cavalry-message-board-f5/let-us-start-the-process-to-move-forward-t609.htm#1783 http://black-berets.forumandco.com/3-4-cavalry-message-board-f5/let-us-start-the-process-to-move-forward-t609.htm .30 cal MG http://black-berets.forumandco.com/canister-on-fire-f4/30-cal-mg-t611.htm Barry D Hi Bruce From this site: http://www.ukarms.com/news/m1919.htm "The post-war designations for these weapons was L3, and they were used by the United Kingdom, Canada, and Australia to designate the fixed (A1) and flexible (A2) versions of the M1919A4 in .30-06 caliber. L3A3 and L3A4 denoted sear hold-open conversion of previous L3A1s and L3A2s. The A3 is the modified version of the A1, and the A4 is the modified version of the A2." Regards Barry D Canister -- On ----- FIRE!! Sat, 17 Oct 2009 11:44:07 GMT http://black-berets.forumandco.com/canister-on-fire-f4/30-cal-mg-t611.htm#1785 http://black-berets.forumandco.com/canister-on-fire-f4/30-cal-mg-t611.htm FIGHTING FOR SURVIVAL http://black-berets.forumandco.com/3-4-cavalry-message-board-f5/fighting-for-survival-t608.htm Noel Mc Laughlin God, stuff a stoker!!!!!! Is this it?? Out of all the current members (approx 29 )and former members who resigned this year - we get 3 or 4 people committed to fighting for the Assn's life? Come on!!! I think its time to put up some sobering and thought provoking-points; my own opinion of course. Seems to me even at this early stage, some are still coming to terms with the sudden change in circumstances and I understand competely. But, if this situation has everyone wallowing ... 3/4 Cavalry Message Board Fri, 16 Oct 2009 22:16:45 GMT http://black-berets.forumandco.com/3-4-cavalry-message-board-f5/fighting-for-survival-t608.htm#1781 http://black-berets.forumandco.com/3-4-cavalry-message-board-f5/fighting-for-survival-t608.htm The late Noel Lowes http://black-berets.forumandco.com/canister-on-fire-f4/the-late-noel-lowes-t607.htm BruceCameron I have a number of references which refer to Noel as a staff sergeant, but I also have a photo of him at Duc Thanh in which it appears that he is wearing WO2 rank. (I also have a copy of a letter which refers to him as Warrant Officer Lowes.) I know that the SSM was the only WO2 on the tank sqn estb and that the DVA Nominal Roll has him as a sgt. I also know that the Nominal Roll has many errors in it. Is it possible that he was promoted for the LO position at Duc Thanh? Many thanks, ... Canister -- On ----- FIRE!! Fri, 16 Oct 2009 06:37:18 GMT http://black-berets.forumandco.com/canister-on-fire-f4/the-late-noel-lowes-t607.htm#1779 http://black-berets.forumandco.com/canister-on-fire-f4/the-late-noel-lowes-t607.htm An important message to all members http://black-berets.forumandco.com/3-4-cavalry-message-board-f5/an-important-message-to-all-members-t605.htm John Coe (AJ) IMPORTANT MESSAGE TO ALL MEMBERS As with all groups’ interpersonal differences and rivalries can have a devastating effect on the day to day running of an organisation and as a direct result of this it is with sadness and regret that I notify all members of the resignations of our President Bill Kearney and our RSM Leslie Riley from the management committee along with Rick Gross our Vice President from 2008. Rodger Henry our IT Manager has also decided to step down from both the committee ... 3/4 Cavalry Message Board Thu, 15 Oct 2009 01:51:33 GMT http://black-berets.forumandco.com/3-4-cavalry-message-board-f5/an-important-message-to-all-members-t605.htm#1767 http://black-berets.forumandco.com/3-4-cavalry-message-board-f5/an-important-message-to-all-members-t605.htm China's Wonderful Water Taxi http://black-berets.forumandco.com/the-goss-f2/china-s-wonderful-water-taxi-t606.htm Trev h. China recently displayed, for the first time. a number of new locally designed military vehicles at its 60th anniversary celebrations. Among these new items was the ZBD2000 Amphibious Infantry Fighting Vehicle, designed for beach assault and/or accompanying infantry as they move inland. The tracked vehicle comes in 3 different versions and serves the Chinese (PLA) Marine Corps. In its primary configuration as an Infantry Fighting Vehicle, the 8 ton ZBD2000 is armed with a central positioned ... The Goss Thu, 15 Oct 2009 19:58:44 GMT http://black-berets.forumandco.com/the-goss-f2/china-s-wonderful-water-taxi-t606.htm#1775 http://black-berets.forumandco.com/the-goss-f2/china-s-wonderful-water-taxi-t606.htm New Board for 3/4 Cavalry Members http://black-berets.forumandco.com/3-4-cavalry-message-board-f5/new-board-for-3-4-cavalry-members-t604.htm Trev h.
The Secretary will be posting a message shortly.

TH]]> 3/4 Cavalry Message Board Thu, 15 Oct 2009 00:34:47 GMT http://black-berets.forumandco.com/3-4-cavalry-message-board-f5/new-board-for-3-4-cavalry-members-t604.htm#1766 http://black-berets.forumandco.com/3-4-cavalry-message-board-f5/new-board-for-3-4-cavalry-members-t604.htm 'Chesty' Bond http://black-berets.forumandco.com/general-discussion-f1/chesty-bond-t597.htm BruceCameron The night position occuppied by the 2nd Troop, 7th ARVN Cav was attacked by an NVA battalion on the morning of 25 April 1969. WO2 John 'Chesty' Bond, the AATTV adviser with the unit, was KIA. I'm seeking info re two aslects of the above: (i) was an ARVN Cav troop equivalent to our 3 Cav troop or was it a squadron equivalent?; (ii) was 2nd Troop 7 ARVN Cav equipped with M113A1s (albeit in different configurations to ours) or did it also have tanks within its organisation? Any ... General Discussion Thu, 08 Oct 2009 06:54:12 GMT http://black-berets.forumandco.com/general-discussion-f1/chesty-bond-t597.htm#1747 http://black-berets.forumandco.com/general-discussion-f1/chesty-bond-t597.htm Op PINNAROO http://black-berets.forumandco.com/canister-on-fire-f4/op-pinnaroo-t598.htm BruceCameron
About 1230hrs, a plane failed to pull out of a straffing run and flew straight into the Long Hais. Can anyone help as to whether or not it was a jet aircraft? The guys on the ARV saw the incident, so I'm hoping that others might have some recollection as to what type of plane it was.

Many thanks, Bruce]]> Canister -- On ----- FIRE!! Mon, 12 Oct 2009 09:23:21 GMT http://black-berets.forumandco.com/canister-on-fire-f4/op-pinnaroo-t598.htm#1752 http://black-berets.forumandco.com/canister-on-fire-f4/op-pinnaroo-t598.htm nominal rolls http://black-berets.forumandco.com/general-discussion-f1/nominal-rolls-t602.htm hans Just wondering if there is anybody out there that might know if there ever was a nominal roll compiled for the people whom were involved with the confrontation/emergency or whatever it was called in South east asia? General Discussion Tue, 13 Oct 2009 20:24:25 GMT http://black-berets.forumandco.com/general-discussion-f1/nominal-rolls-t602.htm#1759 http://black-berets.forumandco.com/general-discussion-f1/nominal-rolls-t602.htm Bradley 2.0 http://black-berets.forumandco.com/the-goss-f2/bradley-20-t601.htm Trev h. The U.S. Army plans to keep its M-2 (Bradley) IFV (Infantry Fighting Vehicle) for another twenty years. To do that, it wants to upgrade thousands of them to "Block II" status. There are already 600 "Block 1.5" (BUSK) upgrades. These are the M-2s modified for urban warfare, based on Iraq experience. The M-2 BUSK (Bradley Urban Survival Kit) upgrades were applied in two batches over the last few years (the program ended in 2008). The first included a more powerful (at ... The Goss Tue, 13 Oct 2009 20:23:04 GMT http://black-berets.forumandco.com/the-goss-f2/bradley-20-t601.htm#1758 http://black-berets.forumandco.com/the-goss-f2/bradley-20-t601.htm Goodbye To The Heavies http://black-berets.forumandco.com/the-goss-f2/goodbye-to-the-heavies-t600.htm Trev h. few years. SBCT’s comprise 3 Stryker infantry battalions, each having 36 Stryker vehicles distributed among 3 companies (12 each). Nine Stryker Mobile Gun vehicles, mounting 105 mm guns are there for anti-tank and infantry support roles. Nine Strykers, equipped with guided anti-tank missiles, form an anti-tank company. There’s also an artillery battalion with 18 towed 155mm Howitzers, a support units (usually company size) for Medical, Maintenance and Distribution, Headquarters, Signal, ... The Goss Tue, 13 Oct 2009 20:20:56 GMT http://black-berets.forumandco.com/the-goss-f2/goodbye-to-the-heavies-t600.htm#1757 http://black-berets.forumandco.com/the-goss-f2/goodbye-to-the-heavies-t600.htm Mar 68 : FSB Kerry http://black-berets.forumandco.com/canister-on-fire-f4/mar-68-fsb-kerry-t599.htm BruceCameron
Many thanks, Bruce]]> Canister -- On ----- FIRE!! Tue, 13 Oct 2009 00:44:38 GMT http://black-berets.forumandco.com/canister-on-fire-f4/mar-68-fsb-kerry-t599.htm#1753 http://black-berets.forumandco.com/canister-on-fire-f4/mar-68-fsb-kerry-t599.htm I have a query http://black-berets.forumandco.com/general-discussion-f1/i-have-a-query-t550.htm hans Can anybody out there can be of any help as I am compiling a nominal roll of members whom have served with the 4th Cavalry Regt. This project is basically backing up from the other which I have been compiling a nominal roll of B sqn 3 cav regt post 1972,which i estimate is about 95 per cent or better completed[i]{though not with out a head ache or so}. So here Lies the problem I have a surname of SULLIVAN in a list given recently.The problem lies is that there are about 5 sullivans so listed ... General Discussion Sun, 30 Aug 2009 15:14:59 GMT http://black-berets.forumandco.com/general-discussion-f1/i-have-a-query-t550.htm#1611 http://black-berets.forumandco.com/general-discussion-f1/i-have-a-query-t550.htm The health of Australian Vietnam veterans http://black-berets.forumandco.com/general-discussion-f1/the-health-of-australian-vietnam-veterans-t590.htm Trev h. From Snapper: Transcript This transcript was typed from a recording of the program. The ABC cannot guarantee its complete accuracy because of the possibility of mishearing and occasional difficulty in identifying speakers. Norman Swan: Let's stay with mental wellbeing for the moment and add some physical health, particularly as they relate to war. It's an important issue as Australian troops are increasingly being assigned to dangerous battle zones. A Sydney based group of researchers ... General Discussion Thu, 01 Oct 2009 21:18:14 GMT http://black-berets.forumandco.com/general-discussion-f1/the-health-of-australian-vietnam-veterans-t590.htm#1733 http://black-berets.forumandco.com/general-discussion-f1/the-health-of-australian-vietnam-veterans-t590.htm Australia's Monthly History- October http://black-berets.forumandco.com/australia-s-monthly-military-history-f3/australia-s-monthly-history-october-t592.htm Anonymous 17th October 1967 Federal Government send Centurion Tanks to Vietnam. This important date is not listed for October. The Federal Government at that time made a unexpected announcement that Centurion Tanks would form part of Australia's increased commitment to the war in South Vietnam which was announced on 17th October1967. Iwas a vehicle mechanic in the 1st Independent Armoured Squadron Workshop RAEME which was raised in October 1967 at Puckapunyal, Victoria in support of the first ... Australia's Monthly Military History Fri, 02 Oct 2009 09:51:26 GMT http://black-berets.forumandco.com/australia-s-monthly-military-history-f3/australia-s-monthly-history-october-t592.htm#1736 http://black-berets.forumandco.com/australia-s-monthly-military-history-f3/australia-s-monthly-history-october-t592.htm Looking for 169111 and 169104 http://black-berets.forumandco.com/general-discussion-f1/looking-for-169111-and-169104-t596.htm RODGER TOCOCK 111 was my dad (Sandy Tocock's ARV) 28D.
104 was the late Len Swarbrick's Gun Tank 21A.

111's last known location was in a private military collection owned by a guy called John Bellfield near Melb. It sold for $18,000, I think it went to Qld.

Is there anyone out there that may know the whereabouts of either vehicle?]]> General Discussion Tue, 06 Oct 2009 09:34:54 GMT http://black-berets.forumandco.com/general-discussion-f1/looking-for-169111-and-169104-t596.htm#1743 http://black-berets.forumandco.com/general-discussion-f1/looking-for-169111-and-169104-t596.htm Firing from Mortar Tracks? http://black-berets.forumandco.com/canister-on-fire-f4/firing-from-mortar-tracks-t594.htm BruceCameron
Can anyone help please?]]> Canister -- On ----- FIRE!! Sun, 04 Oct 2009 01:53:14 GMT http://black-berets.forumandco.com/canister-on-fire-f4/firing-from-mortar-tracks-t594.htm#1740 http://black-berets.forumandco.com/canister-on-fire-f4/firing-from-mortar-tracks-t594.htm A Terminator That Can Sniff You Out http://black-berets.forumandco.com/the-goss-f2/a-terminator-that-can-sniff-you-out-t595.htm Trev h. The U.S. Army has ordered another 1,500 Kongsberg PROTECTOR Remote Weapon Stations (RWS). Widespread and successful use on Stryker, M-1 and hummer vehicles has led the U.S. Army to adopt the Kongsberg system as standard. The army already has over 10,000 of these RWSs in use or on order. RWS is the key component of the CROWS (common remotely operated weapon stations). This idea of a remote control turret has been around for nearly half a century, but years of tinkering, and better technology, ... The Goss Sun, 04 Oct 2009 21:09:58 GMT http://black-berets.forumandco.com/the-goss-f2/a-terminator-that-can-sniff-you-out-t595.htm#1741 http://black-berets.forumandco.com/the-goss-f2/a-terminator-that-can-sniff-you-out-t595.htm Hero to Zero http://black-berets.forumandco.com/general-discussion-f1/hero-to-zero-t593.htm Trev h. This article was published in today Age http://www.theage.com.au/national/hero-to-zero-the-lies-of-a-pow-20091002-ggl2.html DVA has put out the following statement: VA087 Saturday, 3 October 2009 Statement on Rex Crane This statement is regarding the article on Rex Crane in the Sydney Morning Herald, the Age and the West Australian published ... General Discussion Fri, 02 Oct 2009 22:12:39 GMT http://black-berets.forumandco.com/general-discussion-f1/hero-to-zero-t593.htm#1739 http://black-berets.forumandco.com/general-discussion-f1/hero-to-zero-t593.htm 8 May 1969 http://black-berets.forumandco.com/canister-on-fire-f4/8-may-1969-t591.htm BruceCameron
Crew comd was the late Pokey Coughlin, driver was Wayne Wornes, gunner was Ken Johnson.

I believe that the operator may have been either Chris Nation or the late John Meredith.

Any help appreciated,

Bruce]]> Canister -- On ----- FIRE!! Fri, 02 Oct 2009 03:56:50 GMT http://black-berets.forumandco.com/canister-on-fire-f4/8-may-1969-t591.htm#1734 http://black-berets.forumandco.com/canister-on-fire-f4/8-may-1969-t591.htm Australia's Monthly History ---October http://black-berets.forumandco.com/australia-s-monthly-military-history-f3/australia-s-monthly-history-october-t589.htm Trev h. 1 October 1918 Australian Light Horsemen take Damascus The Light Horse advances into Damascus, the Syrian capital, at the end of the long and victorious advance that ended the First World War in the Middle East 2 October 1943 9th Division captures Finschhafen Finschhafen, in New Guinea, subsequently becomes the base for the protracted Huon Peninsula campaign, 1943-44. 3 October 1918 Lieutenant J. Maxwell, VC Lieutenant J. Maxwell, 18th Battalion, originally from Sydney, New South ... Australia's Monthly Military History Wed, 30 Sep 2009 07:47:14 GMT http://black-berets.forumandco.com/australia-s-monthly-military-history-f3/australia-s-monthly-history-october-t589.htm#1732 http://black-berets.forumandco.com/australia-s-monthly-military-history-f3/australia-s-monthly-history-october-t589.htm Hawkei - the Next-Generation Australian Light Protected Vehicle http://black-berets.forumandco.com/the-goss-f2/hawkei-the-next-generation-australian-light-protected-vehicle-t588.htm Trev h. The Thales Australia team has unveiled the design of its groundbreaking next generation Protected Mobility Vehicle for the Australian Army - the Hawkei. The Hawkei was developed to compete for the replacement of the Australian Army’s thin-skinned Land Rover utility vehicles. (Thales photo) Following the tradition of the Bushmaster, which is named after a deadly pit viper, the new addition is named after a stealthy species of Death Adder - Acanthophis hawkei - which is native to ... The Goss Tue, 29 Sep 2009 21:25:32 GMT http://black-berets.forumandco.com/the-goss-f2/hawkei-the-next-generation-australian-light-protected-vehicle-t588.htm#1730 http://black-berets.forumandco.com/the-goss-f2/hawkei-the-next-generation-australian-light-protected-vehicle-t588.htm The M-1E3 Of Legend http://black-berets.forumandco.com/the-goss-f2/the-m-1e3-of-legend-t587.htm Trev h. After two years of talking, and arguing, about it, the U.S. Army has decided that a major upgrade of the M-1 tank would probably not happen, because this would require some major (and expensive) changes. The money is not there now, and probably not going to be there for 5-10 years, if ever. The army wanted to get the weight (now 62 tons) under 60 tons. This would require something major, like a new turret. This seemed possible because it's been noted that the new French Leclerc tank has a 19 ... The Goss Tue, 29 Sep 2009 21:16:05 GMT http://black-berets.forumandco.com/the-goss-f2/the-m-1e3-of-legend-t587.htm#1729 http://black-berets.forumandco.com/the-goss-f2/the-m-1e3-of-legend-t587.htm 41 CLUB BLACK HATS GET TOGETHER http://black-berets.forumandco.com/general-discussion-f1/41-club-black-hats-get-together-t586.htm Anonymous The annual Black Hat gathering is being held on the 14th November 2009, commencing at 1300 hrs at the 41 Club, 2/14th Light Horse Regiment, Gallipoli Barracks Enoggera. The 41 Club has recently been totally re-furbished, and has a capacity of 400 people, there is ample shade and it will be considerably cooler on the wide undercover decking, than events held in previous years. Live music entertainment has been booked for the afternoon, along with barbeque catering; beverages will be ... General Discussion Mon, 28 Sep 2009 22:28:46 GMT http://black-berets.forumandco.com/general-discussion-f1/41-club-black-hats-get-together-t586.htm#1727 http://black-berets.forumandco.com/general-discussion-f1/41-club-black-hats-get-together-t586.htm Sigrid Jagenow http://black-berets.forumandco.com/general-discussion-f1/sigrid-jagenow-t585.htm John B
John Brooker]]> General Discussion Sun, 27 Sep 2009 23:05:00 GMT http://black-berets.forumandco.com/general-discussion-f1/sigrid-jagenow-t585.htm#1726 http://black-berets.forumandco.com/general-discussion-f1/sigrid-jagenow-t585.htm Health fund chief sought veterans' medical records http://black-berets.forumandco.com/general-discussion-f1/health-fund-chief-sought-veterans-medical-records-t571.htm Trev h. I have received this from a couple of people and thought it would be a good read plus make your own comments. See below: G'Day All The previous Labor government (Hawke} did the exact same thing but it never go a run in the national rags. I bet this one wont go any further also. They in fact tried to amalgamate DVA into the then Social Security dept as we are all on the same national computer system and are cross checked regularly. And what did the major eso's at the time do? you guessed ... General Discussion Mon, 14 Sep 2009 09:44:23 GMT http://black-berets.forumandco.com/general-discussion-f1/health-fund-chief-sought-veterans-medical-records-t571.htm#1677 http://black-berets.forumandco.com/general-discussion-f1/health-fund-chief-sought-veterans-medical-records-t571.htm Forgotten war widow broke http://black-berets.forumandco.com/general-discussion-f1/forgotten-war-widow-broke-t584.htm Trev h. Nick Leys From: Herald Sun September 27, 2009 12:00AM JUST six months after her husband was killed in Afghanistan, Breeanna Till is broke -- let down by the government which promised solemnly to look after her. Heavily pregnant with the child Sgt Brett Till will never know, the Sydney widow fears becoming a "single mum on the dole" when she gives birth in a few weeks. The $905-a-week pay packet her husband earned lasted just two weeks after he died in a roadside ... General Discussion Sat, 26 Sep 2009 21:44:00 GMT http://black-berets.forumandco.com/general-discussion-f1/forgotten-war-widow-broke-t584.htm#1719 http://black-berets.forumandco.com/general-discussion-f1/forgotten-war-widow-broke-t584.htm 83 Diggers 83 injured in Afghanistan became invisible http://black-berets.forumandco.com/general-discussion-f1/83-diggers-83-injured-in-afghanistan-became-invisible-t582.htm Trev h. Article from: The Australian IN hospitals around Australia, soldiers who have been seriously wounded in Afghanistan are checked in under false names in order to protect them from the public eye. One Afghanistan veteran, in his early 20s, is in a private hospital in NSW. He has lost both his legs. The doctors and nurses treating him are sworn to secrecy. Were someone to ring the hospital's reception, asking for him by his real name, he would not exist. As far as the public knows, ... General Discussion Fri, 25 Sep 2009 22:15:59 GMT http://black-berets.forumandco.com/general-discussion-f1/83-diggers-83-injured-in-afghanistan-became-invisible-t582.htm#1713 http://black-berets.forumandco.com/general-discussion-f1/83-diggers-83-injured-in-afghanistan-became-invisible-t582.htm Labor Steals From DVA Disability Pensioners http://black-berets.forumandco.com/general-discussion-f1/labor-steals-from-dva-disability-pensioners-t576.htm Trev h. I don't normally put these type of messages on the forum due to the political content BUT I consider this EXTREMELY important to pass on. Feel free to make your thoughts known - TH This information is disseminated in order to alert all DVA Disability Pension recipients. You are all aware that the Rudd Labor Government has failed to honour the intent of the September 2007 legislation that was introduced into the Parliament by former Minister Bruce Billson. That legislation ... General Discussion Mon, 21 Sep 2009 12:17:37 GMT http://black-berets.forumandco.com/general-discussion-f1/labor-steals-from-dva-disability-pensioners-t576.htm#1692 http://black-berets.forumandco.com/general-discussion-f1/labor-steals-from-dva-disability-pensioners-t576.htm