Walter Williams

<p>Walter Williams was like so many young Aussie blokes when World War 2 broke out: he felt it was his duty to serve. After his training and some time in the regular army, he sailed on the Aquatania into Singapore Harbour in December 1941.</p><p><br></p><p>Next came an incredible series of events, all of which showed Walter's amazing fortitude and makes it clearer why we have a sense of what the Anzac spirit is today.</p><p><br></p><p>Now 98, Wally talks to Hugh Riminton about his time fighting in the Pacific War.</p><p><br></p><p>If you would like to read more about Wal, please go here.&nbsp;<a href="https://rsllifecare.org.au/latest-news/our-stories/veteran-stories/hidden-treasures-wal-williams/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://rsllifecare.org.au/latest-news/our-stories/veteran-stories/hidden-treasures-wal-williams</a></p><p><br></p><p>If you, or someone you know, needs support call Open Arms - Veterans &amp; Families Counselling on 1800 011 046. It is a national mental health service that provides 24-hour free and confidential counselling, group programs and suicide prevention training for current and ex-serving ADF members, and their families. You can find their website here: <a href="https://www.openarms.gov.au/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.openarms.gov.au</a></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>Story by Hugh Riminton</p><p><br></p><p>Produced by Jessica Ienco and Stuart Buckland</p><p><br></p><p>Lest we forget.</p> &#10;&nbsp;<br /><hr><p style='color: grey; font - size: 0.75em; '>See <a style='color: grey; ' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.</p>