About
In recognition for his bravery in the War in Afghanistan's Battle of Khaz Oruzgan, this Australian Army soldier received the prestigious Victoria Cross for Australia. During Operation Slipper (in Afghanistan), he was serving with the Special Air Service Regiment.
Before Fame
After enlisting in the military in 2002, he was assigned to the 1st Battalion of the Royal Australian Regiment. He went on to serve in Iraq, East Timor, and Afghanistan.
Trivia
In 2010, he received the title of Young Australian of the Year.
Family Life
He grew up in New South Wales, Australia, as the son of Bernadette and Greg Donaldson. In his late teens, he took art classes in Sydney, Australia; during this period, his mother disappeared under mysterious circumstances.
Associated With
In early 2009, Australian Governor-General Quentin Bryce presented Donaldson with the Victoria Cross.
