In consultation with numerous Afghanistan combat veterans this design is based directly on the flower of the Afghan opium poppy coalition members fought amongst. This design is for you, the veteran. It is free and open source for any veteran, veteran business, organization, or charitable organization to use. This symbol is not intended to replace the original Commonwealth poppy nor diminish everything it represents, the poppy is an international symbol for veterans and should remain that way. The Afghan Memorial Flower is for the current generation of veterans who fought in the Global War on Terror, who wanted something unique to represent them, to be used as a symbol of Remembrance as they see fit.

Through a unique three nation partnership this 36x72" flag is made of real service worn uniforms of an Australian soldier. The artist Zachary Burgart of Chicago, IL is a former US Recon Marine who is part of a group of veterans who heal through art. Having done a few American flags for his fellow servicemen Zach wanted a new challenge and his latest project is to create flags for each Five Eyes partner. This Australian flag is his first.

Through our Australian partners at Striker Coffee Co reaching out to the veteran community we were able to acquire uniforms and bring it all together. Zach did an amazing job. This flag has returned home to Australia and was auctioned at the annual Commando Welfare Trust black tie ball on 19 March, 2021 in Sydney, NSW with benefits going to the charity. Please see the Trust's website for detailed information on their work aiding SOCOMD personnel and their families.