On This Day
1946-1959 > Post WW2
On This Day - 1946-1959
- January 27, 2020
Blair Bowden was appointed the first Director of the permanent WRANS with the rank of First Officer.
- January 27, 2020
The decision was announced to reestablish the WRANS due to pressure on naval manpower from Cold War commitments. Initial categories were Telegraphist, Writer, Sick Berth Attendant, Stores Assistant, Cook, Steward and Regulating.
- January 27, 2020
Last three WRANS, Betty Eastick, Shirley Bell and Margaret Bell, leave the service. Last RANNS members leave.
- January 27, 2020
The WRANS were officially disbanded although the final members did not leave until 1947
- November 25, 1959
The Defence Forces Retirement Benefits Bill was passed by the Australian Parliament. This was the first comprehensive retirement scheme for all ranks of the RAN.