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Aboriginal hero honored with Albert Medal at Government House
About 20 people gathered at Government House to present the Albert Medal for gallantry to Neighbour, an Aboriginal man from the Roper River, for rescuing Constable Johns from a flooded river on February 1, 1911. Speeches by Professor Spencer Judge Bevan Bishop White and the Administrator highlighted the significance of Aboriginal recognition and the hero’s courage. Neighbour, a typical Aboriginal man of about 55, appeared in khaki uniform. the medal bears His Majesty’s inscription and a reverse monogram AV with marine life motif. Photographs were taken after the ceremony.
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