Ex-commander won’t give up his 53-year fight for the Digger heroes of Long Tan
Lieutenant-Colonel Harry Smith wants recognition for the Australian troops of the Battle of Long Tan. Photo: Australian War Memorial/TND
Seeking recognition
On August 18, 1966, 108 Australian soldiers were ambushed by the Viet Cong in what would become known as the Vietnam War’s Battle of Long Tan. Against all odds, the Aussies won the fight. Now, the man who led them to victory is fighting to have his troops recognised with the highest honour.
