In 1962, Australia sent administrative support to South Vietnam. As the war continued and the Vietcong advanced, the Australian government announced it would send armed forces. The government reintroduced conscription, with the first ballot held on 10 March 1965. Australian troops were established in Vietnam
In 1962, Australia sent administrative support to South Vietnam. As the war continued and the Vietcong advanced, the Australian government announced it would send armed forces. The government reintroduced conscription, with the first ballot held on 10 March 1965. Australian troops were established in Vietnam