Sciencentre 
The Courage of Ordinary Men: Three stories of the Victoria Cross
Now on
Free Entry, Level 2
No Man's Land is an eerie sight
At early dawn in the pale gray light....
This moving exhibition tells the stories of three men who were awarded the Australian armed services highest honour for bravery in combat.
It features three Victoria Crosses, and brings to life the wartime experience and personal histories of VC recipients Private Patrick Joseph Bugden VC, Private Robert Matthew Beatham VC and Major Blair Anderson Wark VC, DSO.
Through medals, original letters and photos, contemporary descriptions, poetry, a short film and an evocative sound and light presentation, you can experience a soldier's life in the trenches of the Western Front in World War 1.
Visit soon and join us in honouring the heroic sacrifices of Patrick Bugden, Robert Beatham and Blair Wark - three ordinary men who achieved extraordinary feats.
The Victoria Cross
Queen Victoria established the award that bears her name in 1856, to recognise 'conspicuous bravery' in war. Originally created for the Crimean War, the Victoria Cross is open to all ranks as the supreme award for courage in combat. Since its inception, 1357 medals have been awarded, 96 to Australians. The medal carries the words, For Valour.
Discover the exhibition and learn about the stories of these three ordinary men. Explore Australia's involvement in World War I, along with resources for students and teachers.
