| Place | Oceania: Australia, Victoria |
|---|---|
| Accession Number | REL/12508.008 |
| Collection type | Heraldry |
| Object type | Award |
| Physical description | Gold, Silver |
| Location | Main Bld: First World War Gallery: Western Front 1918: General Monash |
| Maker |
Garrard & Co Ltd |
| Date made | 1903 |
| Conflict |
First World War, 1914-1918 Australian Colonial Forces, 1854-1900 |
Colonial Auxiliary Forces Officer's Decoration : Major J Monash
Description
Colonial Auxiliary Forces Officer's Decoration (EDVII). Engraved on reverse with recipient's details.
History / Summary
John Monash was born in Melbourne on 27 June 1865. He was dux of Scotch College and studied arts and engineering at Melbourne University, where he was also involved in debating and student politics. In 1884 he joined the university company of the 4th Battalion, Victorian Rifles.
Monash finished his studies in 1895 and, having decided to combine engineering with a military career, was promoted to captain in the Garrison Artillery that year. In 1897 Monash was promoted to major in the North Melbourne Battery and served there for 11 years.
Monash was awarded the the Colonial Auxiliary Forces Officers' Decoration in May 1906 during the reign of King Edward VII, while Monash served with the Garrison Artillery.
Monash was promoted to lieutenant colonel in the Australian Intelligence Corps in 1908. In 1913 he took command of the 13th Infantry Brigade.