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What was Allan Godfrey's role during World War II?
What was Allan Godfrey's role during World War II?
What was Allan Godfrey's role during World War II?
What was Allan Godfrey's role during World War II?
What did Allan Godfrey do in World War II?
What did Allan Godfrey do in World War II?
How many World War II veterans are estimated to still be alive?
How many World War II veterans are estimated to still be alive?
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What did Mr Godfrey discover he enjoyed doing in his 80s and 90s?
What did Mr Godfrey discover he enjoyed doing in his 80s and 90s?
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What did Allan Godfrey do in his 80s and 90s?
What did Allan Godfrey do in his 80s and 90s?
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How many World War II veterans are estimated to still be alive?
How many World War II veterans are estimated to still be alive?
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How many World War II veterans are estimated to still be alive?
How many World War II veterans are estimated to still be alive?
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What did Allan Godfrey discover in his 80s and 90s?
What did Allan Godfrey discover in his 80s and 90s?
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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.
