| Places | |
|---|---|
| Accession Number | REL25202.001 |
| Collection type | Heraldry |
| Object type | Headdress |
| Physical description | Cotton |
| Maker |
Gowing Bros Ltd |
| Place made | Australia |
| Date made | c 1942-1943 |
| Conflict |
Second World War, 1939-1945 |
Officer's peaked cap : Lieutenant Colonel K C McMullen, Australian New Guinea Administrative Unit
Description
Officer's peaked cap with khaki cotton cover, red band and Australian General Staff Officer's gold bullion lion over crown cap badge. Marked inside on sweat band 'GOWING BROS LTD/ GEORGE & MARKET STS CORNER/ SYDNEY'.
History / Summary
NGX371 Lieutenant Colonel Kenneth G McMullen, served in the Australian New Guinea Administration Unit (ANGAU) during the Second World War. He was awarded the United States Medal of Freedom with Bronze Palm for meritorious service between 22 October 1943 and 1 June 1944.