The Australian Army was formed in 1901 as the Commonwealth Military Forces, through the amalgamation of the colonial forces of Australia following the Federation of Australia.

Learn about ranks and special insignia of the Australian Army.

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Australian men and boys have been conscripted into the army under four different schemes during its history. The Universal Service Scheme of 1911 to 1929 compelled all young men aged between 12 …

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5 days ago · Australia's future Landing Craft Medium will provide the Army with steel-built, long-range amphibious vessels capable of projecting up to 80 tonnes of combat power, including main battle …

Australian Defence Force ... The Australian Defence Force (ADF) is the military organisation responsible for the defence of Australia and its national interests. It consists of three services: the Royal …

The Australian Army thinks about its contribution to Australia as an Army for the nation and an Army in the community. We exist to defend Australia and its national interest.

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