

Australian
Australian forces were vital during the First and Second World War, demonstrating courage and ferocity in all theatres of war. In the First World War, Australian forces played key roles in many of the major actions, including at Gallipoli, the Somme and on the Ypres Salient. In the Second World War, they were again renowned for their bravery in Europe, Africa and in the Pacific. Tell us their stories.


Private Alexander Bailey 5650, 3rd Battalion, Australian Infantry, A.I.F.
By Ian Paul Barber
United Kingdom

Sister Margaret Lamont Adams VFX66028, Australian Army Nursing Service, A.I.F.
By Philip Baldock
United Kingdom

Sergeant Richard Sydney ‘Dick’ Turner MM, NX3048, Australian Army Service Corps, A.I.F. H.Q. 6 Div.

Petty Officer Stoker Horatio Bert James ‘Horace’ Belton, 1815, Royal Australian Navy

Private Rex Woodgate, NX5318, Australian Infantry, A.I.F 2/4 Bn.
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