Melbourne University Regiment approaches the centenary of its foundation as part of an Army

changed beyond recognition in the past hundred years.

      Despite reorganisations, resource shortages and vagaries of policy, it has continued its

production of leaders for all three services and the civil community with success,

professionalism and a unique flair.

                The Regiment has never fought as a formed unit and its colours show no battle honours,

            although MUR graduates and present members have served and frequently distinguished

            themselves in, every major commitment of Australia's armed forces since Federation.

      Past members include two Governors-General, two Prime Ministers and a Leader of the

Opposition, three state Premiers, five Governors and a Lieutenant Governor of Victoria, two

full generals and five Major- or Lieutenant Generals (including three Chiefs of Reserves)

and over ten thousand officers for the services.

      The Regiment has consistently played its part in the national defence and in shaping the

attitudes of its community to the frequently-vexed question of participation in the process.