Historical information

This picture shows the tipical uniform of the time of conflict in Vietnam worn by Australian soldiers. Russell Henry Adams was one of thousands that went to service for the country. This war was between the South and North of Vietnam and the American troops also were involved. The conflict seen many men killed or wounded and was not a very popular conflict with many back home and overseas.

Significance

Demonstrats Australias involvement in the Vietnam conflict during the 1960s.

Physical description

Black & white rectangular photo of Russell Henry Adams in uniform of the rifleman of the 6RAR Vietnam V3787341

Inscriptions & markings

Writting in blue pen across back os the words "Russell Henry Adams".
Also in pencil the words "Vietnam V3787341 Rifleman 6RAR + 2RAR
Service 29/9/1965-28/9/1967