Sappers from the Special Operations Engineer Regiment go through the process of decontamination after a chemical threat simulation at Holsworthy Barracks. (Photo courtesy of Defence)
As part of the 110th birthday
celebrations for Army’s Corps of Royal Australian Engineers, the Royal
Australian Engineers (RAE) Foundation has launched its new website at www.raefoundation.org.au.
Created to support the cause of Australia’s
past and present Sappers (a term used to describe military engineers), the
website is a key part of promoting the Foundation’s message and aims.
“The Sapper community in Australia
has a proud tradition of service to our nation,” said retired Colonel John
Wertheimer, Chairman of the RAE Foundation.
“The Foundation seeks to honour
that tradition while looking to serve the interests of current and future
Sappers and their families.”
The RAE Foundation is a
charitable, not-for-profit organisation with five objectives: • assist
with the welfare of RAE personnel and their dependants • support
projects that enhance the image of the RAE Corps • maintain
Australia's
military engineering heritage • conduct research and produce histories of Australian
military engineering • encourage
excellence in military engineering.
“Our suite of programs includes
welfare support programs for soldiers who are injured and the families of those
killed while serving.
We also work with industry to find employment opportunities for
soldiers who can no longer serve, but still have valuable skills for employers,” John said.
Sappers from the Special Operations Engineer Regiment go through the process of decontamination after a chemical threat simulation at Holsworthy Barracks. (Photo courtesy of Defence)
