

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 Henry James Worthington 2224, 17th Battalion, Australian Infantry, A.I.F.
By Sarah Whithorn
United Kingdom

Second Lieutenant David Dennys Fowler, Royal Flying Corps, 78 Squadron
By Philip Baldock
United Kingdom

Sergeant Frank Valentine Allison 181, 12th Battalion, Australian Infantry, AIF
By Philip Baldock
United Kingdom

Private John Downs 5976, 9th Bn., Australian Infantry, A.I.F. - 'Bullecourt'
By G.Downs
United Kingdom

Flight Sergeant Alan Cryer 436545, Royal Australian Air Force, 12 Squadron
By Philip Baldock
United Kingdom
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