# Vietnam Travel Stories

List of Australian soldiers who died in Battle of Long Tan

The article "List of Australian Soldiers Who Died in the Battle of Long Tan" outlines the names of the soldiers who lost their lives in this Vietnam War conflict. It provides a concise record of those who fell during this significant battle, highlighting their contributions and sacrifice.

Battle of Long Tan - Australian Casualties

In the famous Battle Of Long Tan in Vietnam, there were 24 wounded Australians survived, and 18 Australians killed (including 1 dying from his wounds 9 days after the battle).

Name	Age	Unit	Born	Civilian occupation	Cause of death	Commemorated at
Pte Aldersea, Richard A.	20	6RAR	Perth, WA	Lube attendant; Married	Killed in action - Chest wounds	Karrakatta Cemetery, WA
Cpl Clements, Peter E	21	1 APC Sqn	Cunderdin, WA	Single	Wounded in action - died at hospital	Moora Cemetery, WA
Pte Drabble, Glenn A	21	6RAR	Brisbane, QLD	Blinds Installer; Single	Killed in action - Gunshot wound to head	Garden of Remembrance, QLD
Pte Gant, Kenneth H	21	6RAR	Brisbane, QLD	Butcher; Single	Killed in action - Gunshot wounds	Garden of Remembrance, QLD
Pte Grant, Ernest F	20	6RAR	Thurgoona, NSW	Farm Hand; Single	Killed in action - Gunshot wounds	Albury Cemetery, NSW
Pte Grice, Victor R	21	6RAR	Ballarat, VIC	Storeman; Single	Killed in action	Garden of Remembrance, QLD
Pte Houston, James M	22	6RAR	Wallsend, NSW	Station Hand; Married	Killed in action - Gunshot wounds	Garden of Remembrance, QLD
L/Cpl Jewry, Jack	21	6RAR	St Mary’s, NSW	Apprentice Electrician; Married	Killed in action - Gunshot wounds	Garden of Remembrance, NSW
Pte Large, Paul A	21	6RAR	Wellington, NSW	Manager; Single	Killed in action - Gunshot wounds	Garden of Remembrance, NSW
Pte McCormack, A F	21	6RAR	Launceston, TAS	Clerk; Single	Wounded in action - Died at hospital	-
Pte McCormack, Dennis J	21	6RAR	Adelaide, SA	Labourer; Single	Killed in action - Gunshot wounds	Garden of Remembrance, QLD
Pte Mitchell, Warren D	21	6RAR	Dalby, QLD	Clerk; Single	Killed in action - Gunshot wounds	Garden of Remembrance, QLD
Pte Salveron, Douglas J	21	6RAR	Brisbane, QLD	Student; Single	Killed in action - Gunshot wounds	Garden of Remembrance, QLD
2Lt Sharp, Gordon C	21	6RAR	Tamworth, NSW	Television Cameraman; Single	Killed in action - Gunshot wounds	Garden of Remembrance, NSW
Pte Thomas, David J	21	6RAR	Bendigo, VIC	Skilled Labourer; Single	Killed in action - Chest wounds	Kangaroo Flat Cemetery, VIC
Pte Topp, Francis B	19	6RAR	Toowoomba, QLD	Single	Killed in action	Helidon Cemetery, QLD
Pte Wales, Maxwell R	22	6RAR	Goondiwindi, QLD	Single	Killed in action	Moree Cemetery, NSW
Pte Whiston, Colin J	21	6RAR	Sydney, NSW	Postman; Single	Killed in action - Gunshot wounds	Garden of Remembrance, VIC

Memorial

To honor those who died in the Battle of Long Tan and other conflicts, Australia has undertaken several commemorative efforts:

Long Tan Cross Memorial: At the site of the battle in Phuoc Tuy Province, a cross was erected by the soldiers of 6RAR in 1969 to commemorate their fallen ones.
Annual Commemoration Services: Annual services are held in Australia and Vietnam on the anniversary of the battle, remembering those who lost their lives. These services often include veterans of the battle, family members of the deceased, and representatives from the Australian government.
Vietnam Veterans’ Day: August 18, the date of the Battle of Long Tan, has been designated as Vietnam Veterans’ Day in Australia. This day serves as a national commemoration not just for those who fought and died at Long Tan, but for all who served in the Vietnam War.
Education and Awareness: The story of the Battle of Long Tan has been included in Australian military history education and is featured in documentaries, books, and school curricula to help younger generations understand the sacrifices made by Australian soldiers during the Vietnam War.