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Behind the front lines he developed study courses which, with the support of General Sir William Birdwood and Lieutenant-General Sir John Monash, grew into the army scheme of education for post-war living. His courage and devotion led to mention in dispatches, award of the Military Cross, and the undying admiration of the men for their 'Old Padre'. ADB entry
Book of Remembrance entry
ROLLAND, FRANCIS WILLIAM. 1898.
Toorak Coll.; Ormond; M.A.; tennis first four.
1.7.15 Chaplain Capt. No. 2 A.G.H.; 2nd T.B.; 14th Btn.; Major 12.7.17; Lieut.-Col. 12.7.19; Egypt and France. Awarded M.C. 1917. Despatches. Demob. 13.2.20.
Toorak Coll.; Ormond; M.A.; tennis first four.
1.7.15 Chaplain Capt. No. 2 A.G.H.; 2nd T.B.; 14th Btn.; Major 12.7.17; Lieut.-Col. 12.7.19; Egypt and France. Awarded M.C. 1917. Despatches. Demob. 13.2.20.
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1878Birth in Geelong -- VIC, Australia 12 June 1878
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?Early education at Toorak College, Mount Eliza, VIC, Australia
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1899Tertiary education at University of Melbourne, Parkville, VIC, Australia 1899
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1903Tertiary education at University of Melbourne, Parkville, VIC, Australia 1903
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1903Assistant Minister at Scotch College -- Melbourne, Australia 1903
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1904Studied abroad 1904 at Edinburgh [ Scotland ]
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1905Minister at Beltana -- SA, Australia 1905
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1911Established a private hospital 1911 at Oodnadatta [ SA Australia ]
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1912Established Australian Inland Mission 1 Sep 1912
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1915Military service 1 July 1915
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1917
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1920Military service 13 February 1920
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1920Principal at Geelong -- VIC, Australia 1920
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1953Appointed O.B.E. Order British Empire 1953
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1955Appointed C.M.G. 1955
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1958Appointed K.B.E. 1958
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1965Death in Melbourne -- VIC, Australia 22 January 1965
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