John Simpson Kirkpatrick
To what extent was Simpson a hero? How have his heroic qualities been demonstrated by other Australians since 1915?
“Simpson escaped death so many times that he was completely fatalistic; the deadly sniping down the valley, and the most furious shrapnel fire never stopped him... he carried scores of men down the valley, and had saved many lives at the cost of his own.”1
“Simpson was a very great favourite with his mates of three field ambulance, Simpson carried out a very dangerous mission.” 2
“A typical digger; independent, witty, warm- hearted, happy to be indolent at times and careless of dress.” 3
These insightful quotes illustrate the characteristics and heroic qualities of an ANZAC, Private 202, John Simpson Kirkpatrick (1892-1915). Simpson displayed many heroic qualities. Of these, the most defining can be narrowed down to bravery, humour and sacrifice. In Australia the ANZAC legend has been personified by one man; John Simpson Kirkpatrick, A.K.A ‘the man......
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