Richard Wilson, 95, typically performs the annual Anzac Day march in honour of 'all the fellas that didn't make it'. 9News
Richard Wilson, 95, typically performs the annual Anzac Day march in honour of "all the fellas that didn't make it".
Relatives assembled a small tribute shrine, complete with small handmade wreaths, drawings, and notes of thanks commemorating the great-grandfather's service to Australia.
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