| Place | Oceania: Australia |
|---|---|
| Accession Number | REL25289.002 |
| Collection type | Heraldry |
| Object type | Medal |
| Physical description | Bronze |
| Maker |
Unknown |
| Place made | United Kingdom |
| Date made | c 1946 |
| Conflict |
Second World War, 1939-1945 |
1939-45 Star : Lieutenant Colonel G F Smith, 2/6 Battalion
Description
1939-45 Star. Impressed reverse with recipient's details.
History / Summary
Associated with VX185 Lieutenant Colonel George Frederick Smith, DSO, ED. He was born in Victoria in 1905. He served with 6 Infantry Brigade in 1939; as a major with 2/6 Battalion from 1939-1941; as commander of 17 AITB from October 1941 to March 1943; as lieutenant colonel commanding 24 Battalion from May 1943 to October 1944; and commanding officer of No 1 AIF Reception camp in the UK from November 1944 to September 1945. During his service in New Guinea he played an important role in promoting anti-malarial discipline and drug use.
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