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2009 - Year of the '39ers

In 2009 it will be 70 years since the commencement of World War II.  Special recognition will be given at Reserve Forces Day celebrations to those men and women who served part time in the Royal Australian Navy Reserve, the Citizens' Military Forces and the Citizens' Air Force  prior to World War II.

Many went on to fight in Europe, the Mediterranean, and the Battle for Australia in the Pacific.  Some returned to Australia and continued to serve in the Defence force after 1945.

The celebration was launched nationally in Sydney on 29 November 2008, use the buttons below to follow the preparations, and check on the proposed parade locations. Parade details are posted when available. If you know of any and we do not then please email the webmaster.

Our hunt for the 39ers is in full swing, Click Here for our advert in the January 2009 Reveille.

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Register your Interest to March If you are interested in taking part in Reserve Forces day 2009, use the button to the left to register your interest. You will receive updates about the parades in your state.

The objective of the Reserve Forces Day is to raise the profile of the Navy, Army and Air Force Reserve, to recognise former and serving Reservists (including those who served in the Citizen's Military Forces (CMF), and Citizen's Air Force (CAF)) and to thank partners and employers for their support.

Reserve Forces Day is celebrated across Australia and is the annual recognition for serving and former members, the 1.25M Australians who have served in the nation's Reserve Forces. These public parades would not be possible without the wonderful support of our sponsors.

2008 Parade Video Available for Purchase

The 2008 National (Sydney) Reserve Forces Day Parade Video is now available for purchase. A steal at $25. Click Here to visit our online shop.

RFDC Dress and Ceremonial Standards

Click Here to download the Reserve Forces Day Council Dress and Ceremonial Standards Manual (460 kb .pdf file). This manual is designed to give associations an indication of what is required to win a council award.

Click Here to download the details of standards drill, a handout for standards bearers

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