What boots does the Australian Army wear?
Boots approved by the Chief of Army include: ALTAMA 4158 3LC Hot Weather; Belleville M590 or M591 Hot Weather; Bates 30501 Durashock desert; Crossfire Peacekeeper plus; DANNER Arcadia Desert; ALTAMA 4156; MEINDL Desert fox Safari; LOWA Urban Desert and GARMONT T8 Multi Terrain.
Can you join the Army with glasses Australia?
For recruits with glasses it is recommended that you don’t wear contact lenses, as much of the training is not suitable for them. If you have an old pair of glasses bring those and a strap to hold them on your head for activities such as the obstacle course where you need to keep them on at all times.
Why are reservists called Chocos?
The term originates as a derogatory label for a soldier who would not fight but would look good in a uniform, shortened from ‘Chocolate Cream Soldier’. It appears in that form in the 1897 book Soldier of Fortune by Richard Harding Davis. A member of the Australian Army Reserve past or present; called ‘Choco’ for short.
What is the cut off age for the Australian Army?
At the time of application, you must be less than 50 years old. You must possess skills, qualifications, and experience that can be directly applied to the Army. You must be a currently serving member of the foreign military or left your services three years ago.
What are GP boots?
GP boots are designed to carry heavier loads on multi-day trips accross the roughest terrain. GP boots tend to have a high cut that wraps above the ankles for excellent support. Durable and supportive, with stiffer midsoles than lighter footwear, they are suitable pretty much for everything a soldier could encounter.
Where are Australian Army boots made?
The boots will be used as the new Australian Army parade boot, replacing the traditional black lace-up Army boot worn by generations of soldiers on the parade ground. In a positive sign for the manufacturing sector, they will be made at RM Williams Salisbury manufacturing headquarters, helping to bolster jobs.
What Colour is the Australian Army uniform?
brown khaki
The current ceremonial uniform is known as “Service Dress”. Changes to this uniform in 2016 have seen a return to a more traditional brown khaki worn prior to and during both World Wars, from the light olive drab khaki that was adopted in the 1990s as other items of dress were phased out.
Where are Australian Army uniforms made?
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Do you get to keep your uniform after the army?
Wearing a Uniform While Inactive, After Discharge, or After Retirement. Keep only one uniform when you are honorably discharged. All other uniforms and uniform parts remain the property of the armed forces. You are allowed to wear one uniform home.