Australian War Memorial defers military history prize after judging panel awards it to book on Ben Roberts-Smith
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The Australian War Memorial has postponed the military history prize after its judging panel awarded it to Chris Masters' book about Ben Roberts-Smith. The governing council has now decided that the award should only be given to first-time authors, excluding Masters.
Editor’s Note: This decision raises questions about the criteria for literary awards and the implications for authors who have previously published. It highlights the ongoing debate around military history and the figures involved, particularly in relation to Ben Roberts-Smith's controversial legacy.
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