APRIL 7 marks 49 years since the death of one of Australia’s great servicemen, who served during the Vietnam War.
Major Peter Badcoe VC was killed in action at An Thuan, Huang Tra, Vietnam, aged 33 years and is the most recent South Australian to be awarded the Victoria Cross - the nation's highest military honour for bravery.
On Anzac Day every year, the Port Adelaide Football Club in conjunction with the South Australian RSL presents the Peter Badcoe VC Medal as part of AFL Anzac Round commemorations.
This year the award will be presented at the Port Adelaide-Geelong game on April 23 to a player from either team who demonstrates the Anzac spirit by showcasing skill, courage in adversity, self-sacrifice, team work and fair play.
Power Captain Travis Boak has won the award the previous two seasons and was presented the medal by Peter Badcoe’s sister, Thelma.
The Peter Badcoe VC Medal was first awarded to Josh Carr in 2004.
