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Originally Posted by TLAM Strike
Very interesting, did the Aussies fly any combat missions ashore?  |
The RAN FAA also flew missions ashore:
http://www.navy.gov.au/Naval_Operati...dy_Job_Done.27
HMAS Sydney which converted to a helicopter carrier in early 1960's was nicknamed the Vung Tau Ferry as she was used to ship Australian troops between VN and AU.
http://www.navy.gov.au/Naval_Operati...g_Tau_Ferry.27
HMA Ships Hobart, Perth, Brisbane & Vendetta were used in shore bombartment roles and as general duties destroyers assigned to the US 7th Fleet.
http://www.navy.gov.au/Naval_Operati...e_.26_Vendetta
And we also had navy clearance diver teams:
http://www.navy.gov.au/Naval_Operati..._and_Undaunted