5th/7th Bn The Royal Australian Regiment Mechanised 'B' Company & LEMGO 1st Bn. The Royal Welch Fusiliers Plaque (1982)
The plaque commemorates the partnership between the 5th/7th Battalion, Royal Australian Regiment Mechanised 'B' Company and the 1st Battalion, The Royal Welch Fusiliers, specifically acknowledging their "Liaison, Exchange, Mutual Growth and Opportunity" (LEMGO) in 1982. The plaque was likely dedicated to honor this exchange and the mutual benefits derived from it.
The 5th/7th Battalion, Royal Australian Regiment (5/7 RAR) was formed in 1973 by the amalgamation of the 5th and 7th Battalions, Royal Australian Regiment, reflecting post-Vietnam War reductions in the Australian Army. The battalion was designated as a mechanized infantry unit and saw service in various deployments and conflicts, including East Timor and Afghanistan. The 1st Battalion, The Royal Welch Fusiliers is a British Army regiment with a long and distinguished history, and the LEMGO program would have provided an opportunity for personnel from both battalions to learn from each other's experiences and training methods. The plaque likely serves as a lasting reminder of this collaboration and the positive impact it had on both units.
Framed Stainless Steel Metal Paque on a felt backing. Measures 30 cm x 40 cm
