This WWII Australian summer service uniform is a precise reproduction of the khaki drill (KD) clothing worn by the Australian Imperial Force (AIF) throughout the North African, Middle Eastern, and Pacific campaigns. Designed for tropical and desert conditions, the uniform includes a sand-colored cotton drill shirt and matching shorts or trousers.
The shirt features pleated breast pockets, shoulder straps, an open collar, and buttoned cuffs—adapted from British patterns but tailored for Australian issue. The matching KD shorts are high-waisted, with double front pleats, side slash pockets, rear adjustment tabs, and a sturdy button fly. Lightweight yet durable, the ensemble exemplifies the practical and rugged image of the WWII Australian soldier.
