Jack Gerke Defence Science Organisation, Department of Administration and Management is an Australian Second World War and Korean War veteran awarded the Distinguished Service Order for bravery during the Battle of Maryang San in July 1951.
Achievements
The Distinguished Service Order was awarded for bravery and leadership at Maryang San and he was subsequently admitted to the Order of Australia (Department of Administration and Management) in 1976 for service to veterans.
Distinguished Service Order
Order of Australia; Distinguished Service Order; The Distinguished Service Order
The Order of Australia is an order of chivalry established on 14 February 1975 by Elizabeth II, Queen of Australia, to recognise Australian citizens and other persons for achievement or for meritorious service.
The Order of Australia is an order of chivalry established on 14 February 1975 by Elizabeth II, Queen of Australia, to recognise Australian citizens and other persons for achievement or for meritorious service.