Duty First
This is Duty First, a podcast about the history of the Royal Australian Regiment (RAR). Bear witness as the regiment rises from the ashes of the Second World War to become Australia’s first ever professionalised infantry force. Told by members of the regiment who were there, enter a world where courage takes centre stage and history comes alive.
Tim Russell, Writer & Producer
Slade Gibson, Audio Producer & Composer
Paul Larter, Host
Harry Windsor, Writer
Produced by Pivot Studios for The Department of Veterans Affairs and The Royal Australian Regiment Foundation.
Duty First
The Forgotten War
The Korean War may not be as well-known as other conflicts in the RAR's history, but it was a pivotal moment for Australian soldiers in establishing the culture, role and prestige of the RAR.
Featured interviews:
- Major General Alan Lindsay "Alby" Morrison, AO, DSO, MBE (2RAR, 3RAR, 9RAR)
- James 'Blue' Newell (3RAR)
- Ronald 'Ron' Perkins (3RAR)
Episode cover image:
Korea, c. 1950-10. A member of the 3rd Battalion, The Royal Australian Regiment (3RAR) (left), with a soldier from the Republic of Korea (ROK) Army. (Donor I. Robertson) by Robertson, Ian courtesy of AWM.
Produced by Pivot Studios for the Department of Veterans Affairs and The Royal Australian Regiment Foundation.
If you need support for PTSD or a mental health condition, please call Lifeline on 13 11 14.
Members of the RAR can receive non urgent assistance from the RAR Foundation through battalions. Talk to your current or former battalion CO or padre for more information.
