1. The Vietnam War
The main reason for Australia's involvement in the Vietnam War was to bring to an end to communism. ... It was founded on September 8 1954 by Australia, France, New Zealand, Pakistan, Thailand, the United Kingdom, the Philippines and the United States. ... Australia was also part of Australian and New Zealand and United States (ANZUS) which tied America into the defense of Australia. ... Australia's involvement in the Vietnam War was the longest in duration of any war in Australia's history. ... Over 47,000 Australians served in the Vietnam War and 500 were killed. ...
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