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198530 minPGdocumentary

Strike Swiftly

198530 minPGdocumentary

All members of Australia's 1 Commando Regiment were part of the Army Reserve during a significant period in its history.

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All members of Australia's 1 Commando Regiment were part of the Army Reserve during a significant period in its history.

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Roger Holdendirector

James Montgomerywriter

Jim Macmillancast

Bob Randallcast

John Haywoodcast

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Australia's 1 Commando Regiment operated as part of the Army Reserve during the 1980s. The documentary details the formation and activities of the regiment. It covers the training and missions undertaken by reservists. The film provides context on the role of commandos in the Australian Army. It focuses on the historical significance of the regiment in defense operations. This 30-minute documentary was released in 1985.

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