About the Artwork – The Battle of Long Tan
Painted on ANZAC Day 2022, The Battle of Long Tan is my tribute to the courage, determination and sacrifice of the Australian and New Zealand servicemen who fought in one of the most significant battles of the Vietnam War.
On 18 August 1966, 108 men of D Company, 6th Battalion, Royal Australian Regiment, found themselves facing a vastly larger enemy force in a rubber plantation near Long Tan, South Vietnam.
Fighting in torrential rain, with ammunition running dangerously low and casualties mounting, the soldiers faced overwhelming odds. A courageous ammunition resupply by RAAF helicopters, followed by the arrival of armoured personnel carriers and reinforcements, helped turn the tide of the battle.
Eighteen Australians lost their lives at Long Tan. Their bravery, resilience and sacrifice remain an enduring part of Australia's military history.
The painting takes its name from Graham Rodger's song The Battle of Long Tan, which honours the soldiers who fought and those who never returned.
Through this artwork, I remember not only those who served at Long Tan, but all servicemen, servicewomen and animals whose sacrifices deserve to be remembered.
Lest We Forget.
Warm-up with a nice cuppa out of this ceramic coffee mug.
It’s BPA and Lead-free, microwave & dishwasher-safe, and made of white, durable ceramic in an 11-ounce size. Thanks to the advanced printing tech, the design comes to life with incredibly vivid colors – the perfect gift for coffee, tea, and chocolate lovers.
- White ceramic
- 11 oz (0.33 l)
- Rounded corners
- C-handle
- Lead and BPA-free
- Microwave & dishwasher-safe
- Printed on Demand (POD) in Australia for Australian orders
- Printed on Demand (POD) from closest country of buyers origin as possible to minimise shipping costs
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Care instructions: Clean in dishwasher or wash by hand with warm water and dish soap