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Dominic Giannini

Commanders stripped of medals after war crimes inquiry

Up to nine military commanders will have medals and honours revoked after evidence of war crimes. (Dean Lewins/AAP PHOTOS)

Senior soldiers who oversaw special forces troops accused of war crimes in Afghanistan will be stripped of their medals, ending a dark chapter in Australia's military history.

Up to nine commanders will have medals and honours revoked after a damning report exposed credible evidence of murder and torture committed by Australian troops.

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