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SmugMug > all-time keyword > operation > A selection of blood covered surgery tools.
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SmugMug > all-time keyword > operation > Photo by: CPL Michael Davis

Corporal Michael Durkin (6th Battalion Royal Australian Regiment), aged 25 from Perth, scans the area from the top of the Iraq police headquarters building in Nasiriyah for possible threats.

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Diggers patrol southern Iraq city *** Local Caption *** Australian forces in southern Iraq completed their first patrol into the city of Nasiriyah following recent fighting between religious extremists and Iraqi Security Forces (ISF). During the patrol the Australians met with the Commander of Police, Major General Hussein, to discuss security and training issues.

The 516 soldiers of Overwatch Battle Group (West) 4 are mostly drawn from units of the Brisbane-based 7th Brigade. The Battle Group is comprised of the headquarters and cavalry squadrons of the 2nd/14th Light Horse Regiment (Queensland Mounted Infantry), operating Australian Light Armoured Vehicles (ASLAVs); and an Infantry company from the 6th Battalion of The Royal Australian Regiment (6 RAR) operating Bushmaster Infantry Mobility Vehicles (IMVs).

OBG(W) 4 is based at Tallil Air Base from where it undertakes a security overwatch role for Al Muthanna and Dhi Qar Provinces as part of a larger Coalition Force. 

The security role supports the Iraqi Security Forces’ (ISF) and Provincial Government’s efforts to build a secure and stable Iraq. In this role OBG(W) 4 undertakes security patrols, develops ISF capabilities and supports reconstruction and rehabilitation projects. OBG(W) 4 operates as part of the Multi National Force - Iraq (MNF - I).
SmugMug > all-time keyword > operation > Photo by: CPL Michael  Davis

(L-R) Corporal Jason  Lefevre, age 25 from Launceston, Tasmania and Private Lukas Woolley, age 19 from Karvah, NSW inspecting a vehicle along a troubled highway in southern Iraq.

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Vehicle check point in southern Iraq


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Australian forces from Overwatch Battle Group (West )-4's Combat Team Waler conducted snap vehicle check points to observe, inspect and screen vehicles on troubled main supply routes within the province. The combat team also received a warm welcome with smiles and laughter when they visited a remote village.

Australians and Iraqi's continue to work hand in hand to ensure security and stability for years to come in Iraq.

This is a ongoing operation through southern Iraq to ensure safety and wellbeing to the people of Iraq. 

The 516 soldiers of Overwatch Battle Group (West) 4 are mostly drawn from units of the Brisbane-based 7th Brigade. The Battle Group is comprised of the headquarters and cavalry squadrons of the 2nd/14th Light Horse Regiment (Queensland Mounted Infantry), operating Australian Light Armoured Vehicles (ASLAVs); and an Infantry company from the 6th Battalion of The Royal Australian Regiment (6 RAR) operating Bushmaster Infantry Mobility Vehicles (IMVs).

OBG(W) 4 is based at Tallil Air Base from where it undertakes a security overwatch role for Al Muthanna and Dhi Qar Provinces as part of a larger Coalition Force. 

The security role supports the Iraqi Security Forces’ (ISF) and Provincial Government’s efforts to build a secure and stable Iraq. In this role OBG(W) 4 undertakes security patrols, develops ISF capabilities and supports reconstruction and rehabilitation projects. OBG(W) 4 operates as part of the Multi National Force - Iraq (MNF - I).
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SmugMug > all-time keyword > operation > From left to right, HMCS VILLE DE QUEBEC (FFH 333), CCGS Sir William Alexander, HMCS VILLE DE QUEBEC (FFH 332), and HMCS ATHABASKAN (DDH 282) depart Halifax Harbour during Operation Unison, a joint fleet (between the Canadian Navy and Canadian Coast Guard) sent to aid the victims of Hurricane Katrina.
SmugMug > all-time keyword > operation > From left to right, HMC Ships TORONTO (FFH 333), ATHABASKAN (DDH 282), and VILLE DE QUEBEC (FFH 332) depart Halifax Harbour during Operation Unison, a joint fleet (between the Canadian Navy and Canadian Coast Guard) sent to aid the victims of Hurricane Katrina.
A selection of blood covered surgery tools.
 > A selection of blood covered surgery tools.
A selection of blood covered surgery tools.
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