A ceremony to commemorate the 59th anniversary of the battle of Long Tan was held at Anderson Park on Monday, 18 August 2025
Many veterans, widows and members of the community turned out on a freezing cold morning to pay their respects to the 521 soldiers who died in the Vietnam War, as well as thousands who were wounded in action during the Vietnam Campaign 1966 to 1972
18 soldiers from D Company 6 RAR were killed in intense fighting in the rubber plantation just a few kilometres from the Task Force Headquarters at Nui Dat on 18th August 1966.
The 108 men were outnumbered by 2400 Viet Cong and North Vietnam Army.
Yet they held their position and were able to withstand further assaults.
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Enemy casualties were estimated at 250.
It was the single greatest loss of life and a gallant victory for the Australian Army.
As time elapses their selfless sacrifice will never be forgotten as we gather to honour their bravery and courage.
The service included the Last Post Played by Liz Boland, the Reveille, a wreath laying ceremony, a short address and the National Anthem.
The service was conducted by Major Phil Mitchell, President of the Young Sub Branch, NSW RSL.
DAVID ROBINSON
