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314 Army Cadet Unit Warrnambool

Locality: Warrnambool, Victoria

Phone: +61 421 380 442

Address: 19 Pertobe Road Warrnambool, VIC, Australia

Website: https://www.armycadets.gov.au/about

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24.01.2022 The Cadets of 314 ACU - Warrnambool stand in solidarity and support of all the other cadet units throughout the Victorian Brigade and the wider Cadet Community. We challenge other Units to post photos to show support for Vic AAC members, no matter where they are, to reinforce that "We are all in this together!" Emphasising the core values of Australian Army Cadets - Courage, Initiative, Respect and Teamwork - 314 members and families wanted to show our respect for those n...ot only within the AAC, but to our wider community especially those who have either lost a loved one or are finding their situation difficult during these troubled times. We, as a community, all share the current uncertainty and need to support each other through to the good times that will come. To our local community and our friends and colleagues in the Australian Army Cadets , it is again through the values of Courage, Initiative, Respect and Teamwork that will enable us all to come out the other side stronger both in attitude and spirit. The cadets at 314 challenge their other AAC Units to show their support to their wider communities by posting pictures of support. (Note: any pictures must be vetted and approved by AAC Staff in accordance and alignment with AAC policy and Standing Orders)

20.01.2022 Due to the ongoing COVID restrictions resulting in directions to cease Parading until further health advice, we continue our Military History series. Week 29 | 13 - 19 July 13 July 1918 | 10 Bde took the town of Merris, France...Continue reading

20.01.2022 This Week in Military History 27 July - 02 August 27 July 1942 -Formation of the Australian Women's Land Army With many male agricultural workers leaving their farms to enlist, Australia required rural labour to produce food and other raw materials for the war effort. Women's organisations responded by setting up "land armies" in each state and many of these women were later absorbed into the Australian Women's Land Army. It was open to all women who were British subjects or...Continue reading

20.01.2022 During this time of Level 3 restrictions, on Saturday April 25 how will you be demonstrating the Army value of 'Respect' to those in our communities and Nation who've served so that we may have the great country we have today?

18.01.2022 This Week in Australian Military History 06 July 1941 Battle of Damour The battle of Damour was the final major operation of the Australian campaign in Syria and Lebanon in WWII. Damour is a large town on the Lebanon coast of approximately 30 kilometres south of Beirut, which in 1941 was the French administrative capital. The Wadi Damour, with the Damour River in its bed, was a further three kilometres to the south of the town. It was the last major natural obstacle that had...Continue reading

14.01.2022 This week in Military History...... 28 June 1919 | Treaty of Versailles signed The Paris Peace Conference concluded with the signing of the Treaty of Versailles (one of five treaties formulated at the Conference). The treaty, signed between Germany and representatives of 27 victorious powers, punished Germany both territorially and financially for its role in the First World War. The harsh terms of the treaty was intended to prevent Germany from ever having the means to make ...war in the future. The major sanctions imposed by the treaty included the disarmament of Germany, payment of very large reparations to the allies, and demilitarization of the Rhineland. The treaty also involved the surrender of territory which had been part of Germany prior to the First World War, including Alsace-Lorraine to France and substantial areas to Poland. 26 June 1945 | The Battle of Beaufort The Battle of Beaufort was part of the wider Borneo campaign. It was fought between 26 - 28 June 1945 in North Borneo (later known as Sabah). The battle saw two Australian infantry battalions - the 2/43rd Battalion and the 2/32nd Battalion - attack the town of Beaufort, which was held by a force of around 800 1,000 Japanese. Over the course of several days, heavy fighting took place before the Japanese began withdrawing on 29 June. Casualties during the fighting around Beaufort amounted to seven killed and 38 wounded for the Australians, while at least 93 Japanese were killed and two captured. Private Tom Starcevich of the 2/43rd received the Victoria Cross for his actions during the battle. 25 June 1950 | North Korea invades South Korea When Korea was liberated from Japanese control at the end of the Second World War, the United States and the Soviet Union agreed temporarily to divide Korea at the 38th parallel of latitude north of the equator. This division resulted in the formation of two countries: communist North Korea (supported by the Soviets) and South Korea (supported by the United States). Five years after the country’s partition, the communist leader of North Korea, Kim Il Sung, decided to attempt to reunify Korea under his control. On June 25, 1950, Kim launched a surprise invasion of South Korea. Believing that the Soviet Union had backed the invasion, United States President Harry Truman and his advisers followed through on their policy of containment, refusing to allow communism to spread anywhere in the world. Within two days of the invasion, the United States had rallied the United Nations Security Council to declare support for South Korea and an American-led UN coalition deployed to South Korea. This was the beginning of the three-year-long Korean War. Many thanks to The Cove The home of the Australian Profession of Arms. The views expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the position of the Australian Army, the Department of Defence or the Australian Government.

14.01.2022 This week in Military History. 10 - 16 August ...Continue reading

14.01.2022 Why would you want to join the Australian Army Cadets (AAC)? Well, there are lots of reasons! For a start, you get to go camping, abseiling, boating and learn to properly use firearms. Apart from getting involved in all kinds of action and adventures, you'll also make heaps of new friends. Joining the Army Cadets is your chance to experience a really awesome time by getting into some adventurous activities conducted in a military setting. There are more than 14,000 Army cade...ts based in 224 units around Australia, so there's sure to be a unit near you. As a cadet, you'll learn to be confident, self sufficient and willing to 'have a go'. It's your opportunity to discover new challenges and have some unbelievable fun. You'll also learn to lead others and work as a member of a team. You'll be able to do things for yourself and help your friends learn too. Cadet life is physical but not risky - and you won't have to be a superwoman or superman. Qualified and experienced cadet officers will instruct you. Safety is always a top priority. The AAC is authorised under Section 62 of the Defence Act 1903. The AAC is an equal opportunity organisation that does not discriminate on the grounds of race, colour, sex or religion. The AAC has a no drugs policy and is committed to a zero tolerance of sexual and other forms of harassment. Australian Army Cadets has strong links to the Australian Army, but cadets are not part of the Army. And there is absolutely no expectation for you to join the military or go to war. Australian Defence Force Cadets and cadet staff are drawn from a diverse range of unique backgrounds and experiences. All are committed to providing and enjoying a positive and safe youth development experience, respecting the value and dignity of all people, and recognising the particular rights and needs of young people. ADF Cadets aim to be inclusive of all young people and staff, including those with disabilities, health conditions and allergies. All reasonable steps will be taken to include any person whose individual circumstances may necessitate special consideration in cadet unit activities, provided such steps do not jeopardise the safety or cadet experience of others. Once certain age (13-18 inclusive), citizenship, medical management and parental support requirements are met; all young people will have the opportunity to join. Log on for more information www.armycadets.gov.au Send an enquiry on how to join 314 ACU via the message tab on this page

13.01.2022 This week in Australian Military History 14 September - 20 September ...Continue reading

13.01.2022 This week in Australian Military History 2 - 8 November 02 November 1942 - Kokoda airstrip re-occupied...Continue reading

12.01.2022 With 314 Still under Stand Down orders we continue our Military History posts.. 03 - 09 August ...Continue reading

12.01.2022 This Week in Australian Military History 9 - 15 November 10 November 1942 - Japanese forced from Oivi...Continue reading

11.01.2022 Continuing on with our series of this week in Military History. 22 July 1917 - Four members of the Australian Army Nursing Service win the Military Medal The No. 2 Australian Casualty Clearing Station (2CCS), was located close to the trenches at Trois Arbres near Armentières....Continue reading

11.01.2022 This Week in Military History - 21 September - 27 September 21 September 1971 | Battle of Nui Le...Continue reading

09.01.2022 Australian Military History - 8-15th June Excepts from Australian Military History keeping us informed of the undertakings of those whom have served so that we have the safety, security, and freedom Australia has today. 08 June 1941 | The start of the SyriaLebanon campaign... Stephen Kirrage The Syrian Campaign is one of the least-known Australian actions of the Second World War. Between 8 June and 11 July 1941, Australian troops, principally from the 7th Division, fought as part of an Allied force in Syria and Lebanon against the Vichy French. Syria and Lebanon had been French protectorates since France was granted a League of Nations mandate over them in 1919, and a pro-German Vichy French administration had assumed control following the fall of France in June 1940. The aim of the Allied campaign was to occupy Syria and Lebanon to prevent the establishment of a German presence that could threaten Britain's bases in Palestine and its broader strategic position in the eastern Mediterranean. The 7th Australian Division (7 Div) spearheaded the invasion of Vichy controlled Syria. 7 Div, commanded by Major-General John Lavarack, advanced from Palestine along the coastal road from Haifa towards Beirut. The Australian 21st Brigade was to take Beirut, advancing along the coast from Tyre, over the Litani River towards Sidon. The Australian 25th Brigade was to attack the large Vichy French airbase at Rayak, advancing along a route further inland from the 21st Brigade. 14 June 1966 | 6th Battalion, Royal Australian Regiment, arrives in South Vietnam The deployment of the 6th Battalion, Royal Australian Regiment, to Vietnam formed part of Australia's build up of forces in Phuoc Tuy province in the mid-1960s. D Company from this battalion became involved in the battle of Long Tan on 18 August 1966.

09.01.2022 This week in military history 07 September - 13 September ... 07 September 1943 - Liberator crash kills 62 Australians and 11 Americans In the morning of 07 September 1943, soldiers of the 2/33rd Battalion were preparing to be airlifted to Nadzab in preparation for the assault upon Lae. Many of the waiting diggers had served in Syria and were veterans of the Kokoda Trail. Having survived these conflicts it is a tragedy that many of them were killed when their air transport, a US B-24 Liberator crashed on take-off at Port Moresby hitting five trucks. Sixty infantrymen of the 2/33rd Battalion and two drivers of the 158 General Transport Company lost their lives as a result of the crash. The eleven crew in Pride of the Cornhuskers also suffered a terrifying death. A total of 73 men died, with over 90 subjected to horrific burns. It is without doubt, Australia’s worst aviation disaster, yet it remains one of the least documented and known incidents of the Second World War. 08 September 1943 - Italy announces unconditional surrender to the Allies Prior to this the Italians had been fighting with the Germans. Despite the Italian surrender the Allies faced more than a year of difficult fighting against the Germans in Italy. 11 September 1914 - The Battle of Bita Paka The Battle of Bita Paka was fought south of Kabakaul, on the island of New Britain, and was a part of the invasion and subsequent occupation of German New Guinea by the Australian Naval and Military Expeditionary Force shortly after the outbreak of the First World War. The main target of the operation was a strategically important wireless station, one of several used by the Germans in the area. A powerful German naval fleet (The German East Asiatic Squadron) threatened British interests and its elimination was an early priority of the British and Australian governments during the war. After an unopposed landing, a mixed force of German reservists and half-trained Melanesian police mounted a stout resistance and forced the Australians to fight their way to the objective. After a day of fighting during which both sides suffered casualties, Australian forces captured the wireless station at Bita Paka. The battle was Australia's first major military engagement of the war and the only significant action of the campaign; in its aftermath the remaining German forces on New Britain fled inland to Toma. Following a brief siege there the German garrison capitulated, ending resistance to the Australian occupation of the island. This was the only major New Guinea action of the First World War. The views expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the position of the Australian Army, the Department of Defence or the Australian Government. LT (AAC) Byrne

08.01.2022 Clarke St, Hamilton has a unique place in Australia’s participation in WW1. Some 29 men associated with Clarke St enlisted for military service thus constituting the highest enlistment / resident ratio in the Commonwealth of Australia. If anywhere near Clarke St, stop and look at the plaques remembering those who went to war to protect our country and freedoms. Lest We Forget 11/11/20

07.01.2022 ANZAC DAY 2020 - Saturday April 25 Celebrate Our Freedoms Remember their Sacrifice Honour Our Traditions Look After Your Mates... #LestWeForget #AnzacDay2020 #AnzacDay #WeWillRememberThem #WeRememberThem #AnzacAtHome

05.01.2022 Continuing our series on This Week in Military History..... 24 - 30 August 25 August 1942 - Battle of Milne Bay begins...Continue reading

04.01.2022 July in Australian Military History First day of the battle of the Somme 01 June 1916 was the worst single day in the history of the British army, with 60,000 men being killed or wounded by nightfall. Despite these loses, the battle of the Somme continued for four months and resulted in more than 1,200,000 casualties on both sides....Continue reading

03.01.2022 314 ACU Weekly Parade Update Unfortunately we still have no time-frame for recommencing our Monday evening Parade night from VIC Brigade HQ. I've been informed today that they are creating guidelines/requirements/instructions for units on how we can re-start again. The time-frame for this has not currently been outlined In the meantime, I would encourage all cadets to keep in contact with their fellow peers from 314 and any potential Cadets to contact us via Messenger on thi...s page. Providing that the lifting of restrictions retains it's promising outlook regarding number of new COVID-19 cases, and upon safety clearances from the relevant Health Officials, we hope that 314 will recommence activities within the next few weeks. I will continue to keep you informed of all the latest information.. If anyone has any questions please initiate contact either via your Chain of Command or message 314 ACU Staff via this page. Thank you LT (AAC) Michael Byrne 314 ACU

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02.01.2022 #OTD We remember the 17 Australians KIA at the Battle of Long Tan Today we pause to remember the 17 brave Australians killed on the 18th of August 1966 at the... Battle of Long Tan when 6RAR fought off a Vietcong force ten times their strength in the rubber plantation near the village of Long Tan. Let us pay tribute to those 17 men killed that day: 55120 Private Richard Alfred ALDERSEA 1730929 Private Glenn Alfred DRABBLE 1730941 Private Kenneth Howard GANT 3411673 Private Ernest Francis GRANT 1730947 Private Victor Roy GRICE 43893 Private James Michael HOUSTON 2781847 Lance Corporal Jack JEWRY 2781704 Private Paul Andrew LARGE 1730993 Private Albert Frederick MCCORMACK 1730994 Private Dennis James MCCORMACK 1731013 Private Warren David MITCHELL 1731040 Private Douglas Javing SALVERON 2781465 2nd Lieutenant Gordon Cameron SHARP 38712 Private David John THOMAS 1200265 Private Francis Brett TOPP 216559 Private Maxwell Ray WALES 3787607 Private Colin Joseph WHISTON We also pay tribute to Acting Corporal Peter E. Clements, 1 APC Squadron, who was wounded whilst relieving the troops on the night of the 18th. He would succumb to his injuries nine days later. Lest we forget. --------------------------------------------------------------- If you spot an error, please send me a message. Join our group here: https://business.facebook.com/groups/2626189084317964

01.01.2022 Australian Army Cadets (AAC) are currently in a Stand Down posture due to the CONVID-19 pandemic. The AAC are working on the deployment of an online training format to ensure as many aspects of the Cadet Training Continuum can be delivered during this period. If you're interested in becoming a Cadet, learning new skills, and being the best you can be, message 314 ACU and our staff are always quick to respond. #initiative #respect #courage #teamwork #armycadet https://youtu.be/fpPpPCb3C-I