Australian Lithuanian History

Simas Narušis Born 13 March 1899 – 23 December 1969 Born in Karališkiai, not far from Jurbarkas. In 1927 he finished Kaunas school and in 1930-31 studied at Vytautas Didysis University , law faculty.   He married Vanda. They had no children. Simas volunteered for the newly formed Lithuanian Army.   In 1933, Simas rose to the rank of Major.   During the second world war he organised and led separate military units in the east and fought with Lithuanian enemies. From his first arrival in Australia, Simas joined in with Lithuanian activities and was a member of the Sydney Lithuanian Society Committee, where he tirelessly organised community events. From 1965 until his death five years later, he served as the President of the Australian Lithuanian community.   He visited every Lithuanian community around Australia, even the small branches.   He maintained strong links with scouts, youth and sports clubs.   He encouraged Lithuanians to work not for the...