What rank did William McMahon reach during World War II?
Major
Captain
Colonel
Lieutenant
Answer
During World War II, William McMahon served in the Australian Army and reached the rank of Major. He fought in the Middle East and was wounded in action at the Battle of El Alamein. After the war, he continued to serve in the Army Reserve and retired with the rank of Colonel.
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