On this day 23 August 1918
W.D. Joynt awarded the Victoria Cross for action at Herleville Wood, France.
What's New At the Memorial
Featured
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Second World War veterans showcased in photography installation
The Australian War Memorial has become the proud custodian of 6,500 contemporary portraits of Second World War veterans; on the 72nd anniversary of VP Day.
Exhibitions & Events
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Art of Nation: Charles Bean's Memorial
Join Memorial curators as they demonstrate this new interactive, Art of Nation
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Bandsmen and the Bands of the First AIF
Join a curator from the Research Centre to find out more about the experiences of bandsmen during the First World War.
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Kokoda and Milne Bay 75th Anniversary
The Kokoda Trail is as ingrained in Australia’s story as Gallipoli.
