It became a way of life for the Diggers of 2/15 Field regiment, supporting the AIF's ill-fated 8th Division in its withdrawal to Singapore.But as they fell back, the gunners of this famous artillery regiment inflicted heavy casualties on the Japanese.They were continuously in contact with the enemy for four weeks. In one fierce engagement, nearly 5,000 rounds were fired in a six- hour fire fight!.Malaya-war Australian Runners in action.First pictures received of war in Malaya. January 28, 1942.