Other titles:OPERATION HAVEN, ROYAL MARINES, 1991 [Allocated Series Title]
Summary: The Royal Marines assist in the relief of Kurdish refugees in Northern Iraq during the final stages of Operation Haven.
Description: Cricket practice in a field near Batufa, Iraq: Royal Marines practice batting and fielding. Preparation for actual match between Royal Marines and Australian troops: one of the umpires is seen wearing a bush hat. The two teams pose for group photographs. Extended scenes of the match: at one point, a Lynx helicopter lands next to the pitch. Crowd watches; among the spectators is US General John Shalikashvili, Commander of Operation Provide Comfort/Operation Haven. Close-up of trophy with a plaque labelled "Presented by General Shalikashvili to commemorate the first test match between England and Australia in North Iraq Batufa 15 June 1991". The General talks with General R J Ross of the Royal Marines; Brigadier Keeley is also present.
Alternative Title:OPERATION HAVEN, ROYAL MARINES, 1991 [Allocated Series Title]
