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46. Fred McLaughlin’s Medals, 1918-1937

October 12, 2018October 12, 2018 John Curtin Prime Ministerial Library

In 1918 during the final months of World War I, while John Curtin campaigned for peace and an end to the war, Fred McLaughlin was serving with the Australian forces in the last battles they would see in France. Object #46 is the dress set of Military and Service Medals (JCPML00372/1) awarded to Fred, … Continue reading 46. Fred McLaughlin’s Medals, 1918-1937

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39. Commander of the British Empire medal awarded to Elsie Curtin, 1970

January 12, 2018May 29, 2018 John Curtin Prime Ministerial Library

New Years Honour, 1970 Before the creation of the Australian Honours system in 1975, awards under the Imperial Honours System were announced in the New Year’s list and in the Queen’s birthday list. On New Year’s Day 1970, the list … Continue reading 39. Commander of the British Empire medal awarded to Elsie Curtin, 1970

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