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Friday, June 26, 2020

Anzac heroes I have learned about!!

During out this week I have been reading a book called....
BOOKS - ANZAC Heroes - Paper Plus
This book describes every Anzac heroes lives.
Olive King. Olive King was a female who wanted to
volunteer as a nurse for anzac. She raced in car
rallies, skied, and learned to speak French and
German.
Albert Jacka. Albert Jacka grew up in a cattle farm in
Layard. He enlisted in the Australian Infantry in
September 1914.
Robert Harper. Robert Harper brought experience to
the Canterbury Mounted Rifle (CMR). Him and his
Brother joined the cadets while still attending school.
Keith Caldwell. Keith Caldwell was a professional
pilot who fought in world war 1. He joined the defence
cadet corps while he was at boarding school. He
claimed his medal by puting 15 german aircraft out
over the battlefield.
I have read about Cyril Bassett and how he got the
Victoria cross. I found out what it was and how to get
it. He got the Victoria cross for his bravery in
Gallipoli, 7 - 9 August 1915.

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