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: The battalions remained linked until February 1, 1995 , when they were separated back into individual 2 RAR and 4 RAR units. Current Status of the Battalions
On , following the end of the Vietnam War and the cessation of National Service, the Australian Army underwent a major reorganization. To maintain the traditions of both units while operating with reduced manpower, the 2nd Battalion (2 RAR) and 4th Battalion (4 RAR) were formally "linked" to form the 2nd/4th Battalion, Royal Australian Regiment (2/4 RAR) . 4 (2)rar
: A unique piece of unit lore involves their "Skippy" badges. 2 RAR and 4 RAR originally held separate identical badges; when they linked, the new unit possessed two—one displayed at the guard room and another at Battalion Headquarters. : The battalions remained linked until February 1,