Dr Cecil Gordon McAdam OM 1908
Last updated: 2008
Dr McAdam, known as Doc, was co-founder and leader of the Lord Somers Camp. After studying medicine at The University of Melbourne, McAdam joined the Royal Sussex Regiment as a medical officer. He served in France and the Middle East during the First World War, being wounded on one occasion and promoted to the rank of Major.
After the war he joined his father's medical practice in St Kilda. With Lord Somers, then Governor of Victoria, he co-founded the Lord Somers Camp in 1929. The Camp brought together young men from different walks of life, promoting better understanding of each other and building leadership skills.
McAdam was Camp Chief for the next 25 years and President of "Power House". There he sponsored and assisted camp members who wished to join the army. McAdam was also active in the Scout movement and the YMCA. He was noted for his remarkable memory and skills as an orator.
Melbourne Grammar School marked its sesquicentenary in 2008. As part of the celebrations, a Talents Committed Exhibition was staged. This exhibition recognised 150 Old Melburnians who have made a difference to the City of Melbourne, the State of Victoria and the wider community in Australia and overseas.
The above profile was included in the Talents Committed Exhibition in 2008.