| Place | Asia: Afghanistan |
|---|---|
| Accession Number | REL41110.001 |
| Collection type | Heraldry |
| Object type | Medallion |
| Physical description | Metal with 'antique bronze' finish |
| Maker |
Wundurra |
| Place made | Australia |
| Date made | c 2008 |
| Conflict |
Afghanistan, 2001-2021 |
Challenge Coin: Special Operations Task Force 66
Description
Circular metal medallion (challenge coin) with antique finish. The obverse features a knight holding a broadsword, superimposed over a double diamond colour patch (which is blank). Around the edge is 'SPECIAL OPERATIONS TASK GROUP - TASK FORCE 66 / STRIKE SWIFTLY'. The reverse has an Australian flag with a blank heraldic banner.
History / Summary
Challenge coin associated with the Special Operations Task Force 66 in Afghanistan (TF66). This rotation is significant as they were first part-time Australian Army unit since 1945 to deploy to an active war zone to conduct combat operations.