How many Aussie soldiers died in Afghanistan?
How many Aussie soldiers died in Afghanistan?
41 Australian soldiers
41 Australian soldiers have been killed (34 as a result of enemy action) and 261 wounded (including two sailors and one airman), the majority since October 2007. Another Australian was killed while serving with the British Army.
What are the casualties of the Afghanistan war?
According to the Costs of War Project the war killed 176,000 people in Afghanistan; 46,319 civilians, 69,095 military and police and at least 52,893 opposition fighters.
How many Aussies are in Afghanistan?
More than 280 Australian citizens or permanent residents remain stranded in Afghanistan almost two months after the Taliban seized power in Kabul.
How many Australians died in Iraq and Afghanistan?
Deaths as a result of service with Australian units
| Conflict | Dates of conflict | Number of deaths |
|---|---|---|
| Afghanistan | 11 October 2001 to present | 43 |
| Iraq | 16 July 2003 to 14 December 2013 | 4 |
| Solomon Island (RAMSI – Operation Anode) | 2003-13 | 1 |
| Indonesia (Operation Sumatra Assist) | 2005 | 9 |
How many Australian soldiers have died in Iraq and Afghanistan?
Table 2: Operation Slipper: ADF combat deaths
| Name | Unit |
|---|---|
| Sapper James Martin | 3rd Battalion, Royal Australian Regiment |
| Private Robert Poate | 3rd Battalion, Royal Australian Regiment |
| Lance Corporal Mervyn McDonald | 2nd Commando Regiment |
| Private Nathanael Galagher | 2nd Commando Regiment |
Could the Anzacs have won at Gallipoli?
The Turks concluded that the only chance the Allies had for success at Gallipoli would have been to land the whole force of five divisions at Gaba Tepe and use it to try to smash through the defences and cut the peninsula in half.
How many Australian soldiers have died in Afghanistan?
Operation Slipper included the first Australian combat deaths since the Vietnam War, and to date all casualties have occurred during operations in Afghanistan. 41 Australian soldiers have been killed and 261 wounded (including two sailors and one airman), the majority since October 2007.
Who was killed in the Afghanistan War?
Sergeant Andrew Russell, 33, was killed when the vehicle in which he was travelling struck a landmine in southern Afghanistan. Trooper David Pearce October 9, 2007 Trooper David Pearce, 41, was killed in roadside bomb attack in Uruzgan province.
Was Australia’s military commitment to operations in Afghanistan in for the long haul?
Defence Minister Hill declared that Australia’s military commitment to operations in Afghanistan was in for ‘the long haul.’ R Hill (Minister for Defence), Australian Defence Force contribution to the war against terrorism, media release, 19 April 2002.
Where can I find information on reported civilian casualties in Afghanistan?
One of the most reliable sources of information is the United Nations Assistance Mission to Afghanistan (UNAMA), which provides periodic reporting on civilian casualties. The table below identifies the number of reported civilian casualties since 2007, with 2012 being the first full year to show a decline.