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The battalion has a deep history of service across several major conflicts:

: The battalion maintains a formal alliance with the Welsh Guards in the United Kingdom. The battalion has a deep history of service

: It is now structured as a light, littoral infantry battalion based in Darwin , Northern Territory, as part of the 1st Brigade. Historical Highlights It fought in the Battle of Binh Ba

: Served two tours (1966–1967 and 1969–1970). It fought in the Battle of Binh Ba (June 1969), one of the most significant actions involving Australian armor and infantry. Traditions Lanyard : Members wear a distinctive gold lanyard

For more detailed historical records or to connect with veterans, you can visit the Official 5RAR Association Website or follow the 5/7 RAR Facebook Page . 5th Battalion, Royal Australian Regiment

: Recently, 5RAR personnel have been involved in training Ukrainian Armed Forces recruits in the UK. Traditions Lanyard : Members wear a distinctive gold lanyard .

: Since being de-linked in 2006, the battalion has deployed to Iraq (Overwatch Battle Group West), East Timor (Operation Astute), and Afghanistan (Mentoring Task Force 2).