About Albert Cleary
Lived 1919 – 1945 (aged 25). Albert Cleary was an Australian military personnel.
Albert Neil Cleary (16 June 1919 – 20 March 1945) was an Australian soldier during World War II. Part of the 2/15th Field Regiment, Royal Australian Artillery, he became a prisoner of war to the Japanese following the Battle of Singapore. He died following an escape attempt in 1945. In 2001, the Australian Labor Party introduced a bill to have Cleary and two others awarded the Victoria Cross for Australia, however this was defeated by the Federal Liberal Government. In 2011, Cleary was awarded a posthumous Commendation for Gallantry. Cleary's death was revealed by historian Lynette Silver to have been caused by dysentery, calling into doubt his elevation as a war hero.
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Who was Albert Cleary?
Australian soldier of the Second World War (1919–1945)
When was Albert Cleary born?
Albert Cleary was born on 16 June 1919 in Geelong.
When did Albert Cleary die?
Albert Cleary died on 20 March 1945 in Sandakan.
What was Albert Cleary's occupation?
Albert Cleary was a military personnel.
What nationality was Albert Cleary?
Albert Cleary was Australian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Albert Cleary. https://biography.guide/albert-cleary/
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