World War 2, Australia, MCKENZIE, 1940

1940
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Studio portrait of WX29558 Brigadier Eric George Henderson McKenzie Military Cross, Efficiency Declaration

Historical information

Brigadier EGH MaKenzie's command of the 13th Infantry Brigade of the Australian Army during the Second World War was the longest command held by any commander; from June 1940 to May 1945, when he relinquished command due to illness. From 23rd July 1942 to 15th October 1945 he was a member of the Second Australian Imperial Force. Before and after that period he was a member of the Australian Army militia. Eric McKenzie died in 1957 in Perth and his ashes were interred at Karrakatta, Cemetery.

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cwa-org-32-P1900.2459
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Australian Army Museum of Western Australia

Australian Army Museum of Western Australia

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