03 Aug 1950
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Aug 03, 1950
Page
1
Defense plans announce six 2 000 ton anti submarine frigates at a cost of £12,000,000 to strengthen defences. Deep bomb proof submarine pens near Jervis Bay NSW are planned. Reports say foreign submarines sighted off the Australian coast in recent weeks prompted the new naval buildup.
Reported movements describe fortifications at Jervis Bay as authorities claim readiness for possible attack. Contested claims about invasion prevention surface as forces deploy, with mentions of reinforced tanks and airfield readiness around the coastal base.
A naval communique from Westnenday described Australian forces engaging a target on the Oras Peninsula. HMAS Bataan fired 160 rounds of 4 mm guns in pre dawn action with no immediate confirmation of the enemy's identity.
Prime Minister Menzies addressed the Australian Parliament calling for moral and physical strength to meet global challenges. He warned against betrayal, urged unity with the United States as a partner in defense, and praised wartime allies while stressing Australia’s duty to prepare for future security and immigration policy.
The Soviet Union announced in the Security Council that it would use its veto when the American resolution condemning aid to North Korea is put to a vote. The scene included protests and calls from several delegates, with debate focusing on China and Nationalist forces and the fate of Korea amid mounting international tension.
Debating members press for action amid division on how to address North Korean aggression and China’s role. Mr Malik and Mr Austin clash over resolutions linking U N responses to regional tensions from Japan to Vietnam while calls grow for swift Security Council measures.
Government approves enlistment of replacements and expansion to bolster permanent and citizen forces. Recruitments target an added 13 000 defense troops and 2 000 citizen volunteers, with 1 800 of 3 000 BCOF troops volunteering for Korea. Australia plans intensified national service.
Government outlines formation of about 2000 ground forces including an Australian battalion with volunteers from BCOF Japan and RAAF units, to reinforce amid Pacific threats. Contingent to be flown to Impey with 400 volunteers from Regular Army. aim to fill 800 gap by volunteers. Possible deployment with British Commonwealth force if required.
Stalin argues in a magazine piece that the Soviet Union faces encirclement as he defends Marxist doctrine. He criticizes dogmatic Marxists who claim Marxist formulas apply universally and insists the state must adapt to changing conditions.
A wartime notice outlines eligibility for the Overseas Force enlistment for three years or until discharge, with service overseas and pay codes matching permanent forces. It notes daily deferred pay, taxation considerations, and repatriation act benefits, and mentions a committee reviewing repatriation matters.
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