Historical information

Topography map of Tobuch Defences (12 Jan 1941) overprint by ADV. HQ.WDF. Edition of 14 Jan 1941. Lower bottom corner signature of Alan MacFarland VX15247 2/24 Battalion-Born on September 13, 1918, he passed away on January 11, 2016, at the age of 97. He was a prominent member of the 2/24th Infantry Battalion (part of the 9th Division, famously known as the "Rats of Tobruk"). He served as a Captain during the war and was later promoted to the rank of Major. Post-war, he served as the President of the Ninth Division Sappers Association and the 9th Division Council. He was awarded the Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) and the Efficiency Medal (EM) for his service and contributions.

Physical description

Laminated large colour topography map

Inscriptions & markings

Allan MacFarlane VX15247 2/24 Bn