Vale Sir William Refshauge, MAPW Patron

MAPW placed the following notice in the Canberra Times on 2 June 2009.

Major General Sir William Refshauge AC CBE ED
The President, National Council and members of the Medical Association for Prevention of War (Australia) express deep regret at the passing of our Patron, Sir William Refshauge, on 27 May.

Sir William's long standing commitments to human welfare, through eminent medical and other achievements, remain an inspiration to us. His strong support for MAPW's goals has been invaluable.

We extend sincere condolences to Sir William's family.

• MAPW President Dr Sue Wareham OAM has written to Sir William's family, offering condolences and recording his work for peace. We have also placed Sir William's article for MAPW, 'War is an obscenity' in our website resources.