This sculpted figurine depicts walking wounded Private William Johnson, supported by Sergeant Gordon Ayre, both of 58/59 Battalion, fording a fast-flowing creek near Salamaua, New Guinea in July 1943. Wounded by a Japanese grenade, Private Johnson has a compression bandage to his forehead and wounds to both arms. Sergeant Ayre subsequently won the Military Medal for his performance during the Salamaua action. The famous image that inspired this sculpture was taken from the Assault on Salamaua newsreel by AIF newsman Damien Parer. The newsreel and images associated with this action are held by the Memorial.

About the product:

• 315mm tall bronze cold-cast figurine
• Great gift or present for current or ex-serving members
• Ages 12+
• Designed in Australia