Saddle Up : Australian Load Carrying Equipment of British, American and Local Origin

Profusely illustrated with black and white photos and line drawings. The comprehensive reference to the webbing and field equipment of the Australian Army. This, now scarce, book explores the full period of Australian equipment issue from the First Fleet in 1788 through the various colonial governments and the Commonwealth, through two world wars and Vietnam to the 21st century. From bandoliers and belts to packs and pouches, for the purpose of carrying items ranging from ammunition and compasses to pistols and bayonets, this invaluable study is a great reference for anyone who collects the field equipment and uniforms of the Australian Army.