The 95-year-old was recognised by the Horsham RSL and received an award for his service on Wednesday August 19.

"I was about 18 years old when I enlisted in the Volunteer Defence Corp, travelling around to different farms and we only had a bath and changed our clothes once a week," Mr Webb said.

"It was hard work, but that's the way it was.

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"A lot of farmers needed men like me to help with farming, shearing, fruit picking, fencing and the like because their sons had gone to war and they were too old to enlist.

"It was essential to have people like us at home to help, and we also had regular rifle training so that we were prepared to head overseas to fight."

August 15 marked the 75th anniversary of Victory in the Pacific, it was the day World War II ended for Australia.

Mr Webb said he was pleased to receive recognition from Horsham RSL, particularly on such a significant anniversary.

"It was so nice to be acknowledged and now I have my award framed and hanging on my wall where I can see it," he said.

Horsham RSL Military History and Heritage Library coordinator Sally Bertram said the personal stories that come from World War II hold such incredible value and history.

"So many families have someone that has served and has a story, sometimes tragic or brave, and in my eyes, all are worthy of being remembered," Ms Bertram said.

"Our boys copped a lot and did their job for our country without wanting accolades or acknowledgement, and veterans like Cyril deserve a lifetime of gratitude from us all."

Ms Bertram said she feels lucky to be part of a team that are keepers of such stories and memorabilia.

"The servicemen and women who have served, whether at home or overseas, have seen the unimaginable and to see that there are veterans like Cyril still with us living a good life in retirement at Ingenia Gardens is so nice," she said.

"I thank everyone that has served and they should be remembered and acknowledged."

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