Approved Gallantry awards for Far East Prisoners of War, World War II

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          Government House

                 CANBERRA  ACT  2600

          14 May 2015

 

It is notified for general information that the Governor-General has approved the following Gallantry award for Far East Prisoners of War, World War II:

 

In recognition of bravery and courage as an Australian prisoner of war during World War II who died while escaping from Japanese forces or who were executed following recapture.

 

 

COMMENDATION FOR GALLANTRY

 

For acts of gallantry in action while a prisoner of war

 

 

AUSTRALIAN ARMY

 

Private Ernest James BELL

 

Signalman Howard Frederick HARVEY

 

 

 

By His Excellency’s Command

 

Mark Fraser LVO OAM

Official Secretary to the Governor-General

 

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