We were very privileged to have Leut. Ron Read speak at the club meeting.
Ron served on iconic ships such as HMAS Sydney, HMAS Melbourne, and HMAS Torrens, earning promotions through his expertise in naval communications.
Notable Achievements
During his decades of service, Ron is a Vietnam veteran and a recognized contributor to preserving naval history through public speaking appearances across South Australia.
Dedicated to Preserving Military History, Committed to Sharing Stories
Ron is more than just a speaker—he is a passionate storyteller who brings history to life. With years of experience as a keynote speaker and military historian Ron specializes in uncovering untold stories from the Great War, the Second World War and beyond, inspiring audiences to reflect, learn, and connect with the past.
Leut. Ron Read spoke about the bombings on Darwin 19th February 1942. It was amazing to hear how much Darwin was bombed and the number of casualties. Not much was published about this major event at the time, as the government did not wish to cause panic. Ron’s slides really captured the devastation and damage during these bombing raids.
The club members found Ron’s presentation insightful and very informative. Ron has a strong passion for military history and he has covered many major battles and events during various wars.
We look forward to more presentations in the future.
