Historical information

During the early stages of the Vietnam conflict, Australian troops wore this pattern of gaiters with Australian Army issued Ankle Boots (AB's) until they were replaced by the General Purpose (GP) boot.

Significance

This type of gaiters were manufactured in Australia and used by the Australian Army from the mid 1940's until the late 1960's.

Physical description

Each gaiter has a pair of buckles and straps on the side and a buckle and leather strap at the bottom that is fitted under the sole of the boot. On the inside bottom of both gaiters is a single metal tab and double bracket for the tab to slide into.

Inscriptions & markings

On inside of right leg: ^ FP SA 1968 SIZE 8 R
On inside of left leg: ^FP SA 1968 SIZE 8 L