Topic: Old Melburnians in the Military
A Vietnam veteran reconnects with his past
In telling the story of his deployment during the Vietnam War, David Weigall (OM 1962) reflects on the way attitudes toward this moment in history have changed over the past 50 years.
From young cadet to inspired leader
After 23 years in the Australian Army, this Old Melburnian says he still has many reasons to be excited about his work every day.
A proud return for Captain Peter McAuley
Captain Peter McAuley (OM 2005) returned to the School for the ANZAC Service of Commemoration.
100th anniversary of ‘1918’
Alumnus, Graeme Sligo (OM 1977), outlines some of the major contributions of Old Melburnians and others in the final year of WWI.
The 1916 First VIII
The photograph of the 1916 Melbourne Grammar First VIII that hangs in our Boatsheds highlights a special moment of the School’s history.
Honouring our fallen
Two Old Melburnians hold a Victoria Cross. A plaque honouring Flight Lieutenant William (Bill) Newton VC (OM 1937) was recently unveiled.
Preserving our history
Dr David Holloway OAM (OM 1960) has dedicated more than 30 years to recording a largely forgotten part of Australia's military history.