Shrine of Remembrance

Lilydale Regional Lecture: Albert Jacka VC


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Wednesday 3 Jun, 12.30pm Dr Michael Lawriwsky

At Courtney’s Post on the Turkish Gallipoli Peninsula in May 1915 Albert Jacka was awarded the Victoria Cross for bravery. He was Australia’s first recipient of the award during the First World War and soon became one of Australia’s most well-known soldiers. Join Michael Lawriwsky, author of Hard Jacka and Return of the Gallipoli Legend, as he discusses Albert Jacka’s brave actions.

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