Where is this portrait of Eaglehawk’s Victoria Cross recipient William John Symons?

Natalie Croxon
Updated July 13 2018 - 10:41am, first published 8:30am

In 1919, Isobel Symons drew a detailed pastel portrait of her husband: a 30-year-old Victoria Cross recipient and Gallipoli veteran who hailed from Eaglehawk, William John Symons.

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Natalie Croxon

Natalie Croxon

Journalist

Reporter at the Illawarra Mercury, mostly covering social affairs. Previously of the Bendigo Advertiser, Northern Daily Leader and Quirindi Advocate. Our Watch award winner.

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