Case studies
Oliver “Trooper Bluegum” Hogue
A city-born horseman with a love for the bush, Hogue served with the Light Horse and developed a reputation as a kind and loyal officer.
Thomas Anderson Whyte
Whyte was a skilled rower - and put his talents to use for the most dangerous job of all during the Anzac landings.
Albert Jacka
Albert Jacka had an incredible military career, but became famous for actions that saw him awarded Australia’s first Victoria Cross of the war.
William Scurry
The curious device Scurry invented on Gallipoli may have saved many Australian lives - and in recognition he received a Distinguished Conduct Medal.
Henry Herbert Bartrop
One of six children from a Balmain, NSW family, Bartrop was reported missing after the fighting at Lone Pine. He has no known grave.
Andrew and James Yeates
51 year-old Andrew Yeates enlisted after lying about his age, followed by his 21 year-old son James. Only one would make it home.