Weary Dunlop
Australian colonel and surgeon
Born
July 12th, 1907
118 years ago
Died
1993
32 years ago — 86 years old
Category
Military & Warriors
Country
Australia
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Active during World War II, served as a surgeon in the Australian Army and was captured by Japanese forces. During captivity, performed surgeries on fellow prisoners under challenging conditions, contributing to their survival. Following the war, became an advocate for the rights of former POWs and worked in the field of medicine in Australia, notably in the area of resettlement for those affected by the war.
Served as a surgeon during World War II
Advocated for the rights of former POWs
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