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Pre 1914, Western Australia, Perth, Bruce, Colonel Commandant, 1863

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Commission to John Bruce by Governor Hampton to be Colonel Commandant of Western Australian Volunteers

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Bruce had arrived at Fremantle on the convict transport Hashemy on 25 October 1850 as head of the Enrolled Pensioners. The success of the enrolled pensioner system was due largely to his wise control and keen interest in the welfare of individuals and their families after the term of service had expired. When in 1861 a volunteer force became necessary to replace the regular troops about to be withdrawn from the colony the task was entrusted to Bruce. Despite many difficulties it was successfully completed by the end of the year. He had been promoted brevet-major in June 1854 and lieutenant-colonel in February 1860. His services as military commandant were honoured by appointment as colonel of the volunteers on 17 November 1863.

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