Operation CATALYST: Image Gallery
17 April 2008
Training Team 9 provide finishing touch for Iraqi Army
Australian Army Training Team Iraq - 9 have almost finished their mission of training and mentoring the Iraqi Army for their transition to self reliance.
The team provides hands-on advice during range shoots and specialist courses, but focuses on mentoring Iraqi Army instructors, who in turn train recruits, officer cadets and specialists.
A small section of the team is also located at Taji where it assists in counter insurgency training.
The AATTI 9 will be withdrawn from Iraq, along with the Overwatch Battle Group (West) 4, mid 2008.
The Australian Army Training Team - Iraq is part of Operation CATALYST, the Australian Defence Force's contribution to the rehabilitation and reconstruction of Iraq.
Working with the Iraqi Government, Australian troops continues to contribute to Multi-National Force efforts to develop a secure and stable environment in Iraq, assist national recovery programs and facilitate the transition to Iraq self-government.
| 20080413adf8246638_046 AATTI-9's Captain Peter Howden, 47, from Bellerive, Hobart observes the Iraqi recruits during a live fire shoot at the firing range. (Date taken: 13 April 2008) Low-Res | Hi-Res |
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| 20080413adf8246638_076 AATTI-9's Warrant Officer Class Two Neil Welsh, 29, from Wynn Vale, Adelaide demonstrates an effective firing position to an Iraqi recruit during a range practice. (Date taken: 13 April 2008) Low-Res | Hi-Res |
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| 20080413adf8246638_158 AATTI-9's Captain Peter Howden, 47, from Bellerive, Hobart gives a helping hand to an Iraqi recruit during the live fire practice. (Date taken: 13 April 2008) Low-Res | Hi-Res |
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| 20080413adf8246638_203 (L-R) Lance Corporal Chris Linch, 41, Trooper Derek Whittaker, 24, and Lance Corporal Daniel Thompson, 21, all from Tamworth, chat with Iraqi recruits at Camp UR, An Nasiriyah. (Date taken: 13 April 2008) Low-Res | Hi-Res |
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| 20080413adf8246638_251 AATTI-9's Warrant Officer Class One Scott Brown from Enoggera, Brisbane gives an Iraqi Officer guidance on training during a battle physical training session. (Date taken: 13 April 2008) Low-Res | Hi-Res |
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| 20080413adf8246638_256 An Iraqi officer undergoing his basic training speeds through the wire obstacle during battle physical training. (Date taken: 13 April 2008) Low-Res | Hi-Res |
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| 20080413adf8246638_256 Australian Army Training Team Iraq - 9 Commanding Officer, Lieutenant Colonel Alby Hughes, 42, from Moggill, Brisbane observes Iraqi Officer training. (Date taken: 13 April 2008) Low-Res | Hi-Res |
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| 20080413adf8246638_339 Warrant Officer Class One Scott Brown from Enoggera, Brisbane, admires the drill of trainee Iraqi Officers. (Date taken: 13 April 2008) Low-Res | Hi-Res |
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| 20080413adf8246638_442 (L-R) Lance Corporal Chris Linch, 41, from Tamworth, shows Private Mohammed Jaber, 25, from Bagdad over the Australian Infantry Mobility Vehicle (Bushmaster) at Camp UR, An Nasiriyah. (Date taken: 13 April 2008) Low-Res | Hi-Res |
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| 20080413adf8246638_447 (L-R) Trooper (TPR) Solomon Hanks and TPR James McIntyre, both from Armidale, NSW show Private (PTE) Hussan Hadi, 25, from Dawyneh and PTE Mohammed Jaber, 25, from Bagdad over the Australian Infantry Mobility Vehicle (Bushmaster) at Camp UR, An Nasiriyah. (Date taken: 13 April 2008) Low-Res | Hi-Res |
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| 20080413adf8246638_460 (L-R) Major Terry Bell and Captain Peter Howden, both from Hobart, at Camp UR near the city An Nasiriyah. (Date taken: 13 April 2008) Low-Res | Hi-Res |
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| 20080413adf8246638_501 (L-R) Warrant Officer Class One Scott Brown from Enoggera, Brisbane and Major Terry Bell from Hobart assist the Iraqi instructors during a live fire section attack aimed at practicing tactical formations. (Date taken: 13 April 2008) Low-Res | Hi-Res |
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