World War 1, Europe, France, Chateau de Bertangles, 1918

1918
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Parade of men and guns at Chateau de Bertangles when Monash was knighted by King

Historical information

During World War I, Château de Bertangles was the Australian Headquarters under the command of General John Monash. On 12 August 1918 Monash was knighted on the battlefield, a Knight Commander of the Order of the Bath, by His Majesty King George V, the first time a British monarch had honoured a commander in such a way in 200 years.

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Australian Army Museum of Western Australia

Australian Army Museum of Western Australia

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