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Allan Godfrey

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What was Allan Godfrey's role during World War II?

Fighter pilot

Infantry soldier

Navy sailor

Light Horse member (correct)

What was Allan Godfrey's role during World War II?

Navy sailor

Infantry soldier

Air Force pilot

Light Horse member (correct)

What did Allan Godfrey do in World War II?

He served in the Marines

He served in the Air Force

He served in the Navy

He served in the Army (correct)

How many World War II veterans are estimated to still be alive?

4500 Signup and view all the answers

What did Mr Godfrey discover he enjoyed doing in his 80s and 90s?

Speaking to schoolchildren Signup and view all the answers

What did Allan Godfrey do in his 80s and 90s?

He spoke to schoolchildren Signup and view all the answers

How many World War II veterans are estimated to still be alive?

4500 Signup and view all the answers

How many World War II veterans are estimated to still be alive?

4,500 Signup and view all the answers

What did Allan Godfrey discover in his 80s and 90s?

A love for hot chocolate Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Allan Godfrey celebrated his 100th birthday on March 23, 2021.
He is one of the last surviving World War II veterans.
He served in Darwin, Borneo, Malaya and Papua New Guinea.
He was convinced that a Japanese sniper would target him as he transported wounded men on jungle tracks.
Mr Godfrey initially joined the Light Horse, even though he was unable to fire a rifle or ride a horse, before being given driving duties.
He discovered the pleasure of speaking to schoolchildren in his 80s and 90s.
Mr Godfrey has given up driving and coffee, but still likes a beer.
He tasted his first hot chocolate in 99 years and loved it.
He has been recalling his wartime experiences for a Caroline Springs RSL sub-branch documentary.
An estimated 4500 World War II veterans are still alive.

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Test your knowledge on one of the last surviving World War II veterans, Allan Godfrey, who celebrated his 100th birthday in 2021. Discover his experiences serving in Darwin, Borneo, Malaya, and Papua New Guinea, and how he overcame challenges during the war. Learn about his newfound passion for speaking to schoolchildren and his recent discovery of hot chocolate. This quiz is a tribute to Mr. Godfrey and the estimated 4500 remaining World War II veterans.