RS085B - Field Marshall Sir Thomas Blamey - Rectangular Base D-Day or prepare to receive or

or prepare to receive or deliver a close-range attack

and cultural influences that extended beyond the battlefield

engaging enemy armour at medium range

representing the use of firearms alongside traditional Zulu weapons during the conflict

RS085B - Field Marshall Sir Thomas Blamey - Rectangular Base D-Day or prepare to receive orThe RS085B Field Marshall Sir Thomas Blamey Rectangular Base commemorates one of Australias most significant military leaders of the 20th century. Sir Thomas Blamey (18841951) was the only Australian soldier to achieve the rank of Field Marshal. He played a central role in the development and command of Australian forces during both World War I and World War II, becoming Commander in Chief of the Australian Military Forces during the Second World War.