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A decades-long search for justice for an Australian war hero will be completed today when Teddy Sheean is finally awarded his Victoria Cross.
On the 78. On the 50th anniversary of his death, the Governor General will present the Victoria Cross to Edward ‘Teddy’ Sheean’s family. Teddy chose certain death to save his shipmates in HMAS Armidale and â ???? after decades of campaign â ???? his sacrifice is finally recognized.
World War II hero Teddy Sheean will receive his posthumous Victoria Cross today, exactly 78 years after his death.
Governor General David Hurley will present Sheean’s family with the highest military award in the country at a ceremony in Canberra on Tuesday.
Mr. Sheean was 18 years old when he sacrificed his life to defend his compatriots after his ship HMAS Armidale was sunk by a Japanese air raid off the coast of what is now East Timor.
A colored picture of the posthumous VC recipient Edward « Teddy ». Sheean, who was killed in action aboard the HMAS Armidale. Source: Supplied
He helped launch several life rafts before firing again at enemy planes despite orders to leave the ship. He kept firing until the Armidale sank, giving others time to flee.
Veterans Secretary Darren Chester said the award marks the culmination of a decades-long pursuit of justice.
« This is a great day for Teddy’s family and everyone who served in the Royal Australian Navy.
Dale Marsh’s painting of Teddy Sheean lashing himself onto his weapon and firing until the HMAS Armidale sank. Image: War MemorialSource: News Limited
« I think it’s important that he was recognized, even though it took a long time. ”
The Queen agreed to make him the recipient of the 101st August. Making Victoria Cross in Australia. He is the first Australian naval officer to receive the award.
Teddy Sheean is awarded the Victoria Cross today. That day, 78 years ago, Teddy strapped himself onto the HMAS Armidale weapon that sank off the coast of Darwin. He shot the enemy when the ship went down. image. Twitter. com / jUeMPHBog9
Governor Hurley described the decision as « meaningful » to Sheean’s family and the defense community at large.
« Teddy Sheean is an example of the qualities our ministering men and women have shown in conflict throughout history that now define Australia: camaraderie, perseverance, courage and sacrifice, » he said in August.
“By remembering Teddy, recognizing his service, and recognizing his courage, we also preserve the legacy of the generations who have served and shaped our nation. ”
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