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21-November-2014
21-November-2014

Photographs supplied by Arthur Garland
The Cenotaph was erected in memory of J.A. Salter who lost his life in World War Two and all those who have died in service or killed in action in the various conflicts in which Australia has been involved.

The Cenotaph is located in a memorial garden which contains a series of plaques listing the names of deceased RSL members. 

OS John Arnold Salter, a member of the crew of HMAS Perth, which was sunk in the Java Sea Battle on March 1, 1942, has now been reported killed in action in the engagement. Previously he had been reported missing. Advice to this effect has been received by his parents, Mr and Mrs E. J. Salter, of Maydena. He was their eldest son. and was aged 21 years.
Mercury (Hobart), 7 February 1946.

Location

Address:Kallista Road, Maydena R.S.L., Maydena, 7140
State:TAS
Area:AUS
GPS Coordinates:Lat: -42.753798
Long: 146.632843
Note: GPS Coordinates are approximate.
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Details

Monument Type:Monument
Monument Theme:Conflict
Sub-Theme:Multiple

Dedication

Front Inscription

In memory of J. A. Salter
Ordinary Seaman R.A.N.

And all those who gave their lives in the service of their country

Source: MA
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