Object numberM2010/130:010
DescriptionDrink cosy for the 5/7 RAR 3 Platoon ‘Choko’ Alpha Coy. The names of all those serving in the platoon are listed on the cosy along with their nicknames. Greg is listed as Greg “Super Jew” Sher.
Private Greg Sher, a member of the elite Special Forces Commandos, was known by his mates as “Super Jew.” He served in both East Timor and Afghanistan and was the first Australian Jewish soldier to die in combat since the end of World War II.
Private Greg Sher, a member of the elite Special Forces Commandos, was known by his mates as “Super Jew.” He served in both East Timor and Afghanistan and was the first Australian Jewish soldier to die in combat since the end of World War II.
Credit lineSydney Jewish Museum Collection, Donated by Vonny and Felix Sher