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Old 02-04-2012, 06:35 AM
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Originally Posted by Sanjuro View Post
Given the historic links, I can see the rationale for Australia, like India and the UK, to recruit Gurkhas as extra (and top-quality) infantry manpower.
Australia hasn't got any significant links with the Gurkhas. There's little reason for Gurkhas to come here beyond the odd exchange or training course (saw a handful during my years in, but more soldiers from other countries).
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