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Another person you clashed with on the Western Front was General John Monash. Why did you dislike him Charles?

Bean criticised Monash for his lack of trench experience (.docx 528kB). His prejudice against Monash (.docx 527kB) was typical of cultural stereotypes) the time. He also disliked Monash’s eye for self-promotion and his salute (.docx 528kB) orchestrated for the camera.