and segmented or mail armour depending on era and status
Their skill in formation movement allowed them to execute coordinated attacks that could overwhelm larger forces
or larger Soviet army collections
The Australian infantryman of WWII was equipped to face a wide range of combat conditions
Japanese infantrymen faced some of the most demanding battlefield conditions of the war
RS014A - Aussie Soldier with Rifle and segmented or mail armourDepending on the era and role, the appearance changes: WWII infantry (AIF): Soldiers often carried the Lee Enfield rifle, wearing slouch hats or steel helmets, fighting in North Africa, Europe, and the Pacific. Vietnam War era: Troops commonly used the L1A1 SLR rifle in jungle warfare conditions. Modern Australian Army: Soldiers typically use the F88 Austeyr assault rifle, with camouflage uniforms, body armour, and modular tactical gear. Special