This is the second page of the Attestation document, signed by A.G. Adams.
The 5th Battalion was formed with a rush of enthusiasm and in less than two weeks recruiting was complete. This new regiment included the pre-Federation militia unit known as the Victorian Scottish Regiment.
Lieutenant Colonel David Stanley Wanliss transferred from the Victorian Scottish Regiment to the new 5th Battalion as its first commanding officer.
Lieutenant Colonel James Whiteside McCay was the commanding officer of the 2nd Brigade which was made up of the 5th, 6th, 7th and 8th Battalions.
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