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Plaques : 19-December-2014
Plaques : 19-December-2014

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The Aleppo pine tree (Pinus halepensis) commemorates those who have served in the various conflicts in which Australia has been involved.

The Aleppo Pine is one of two species of pine at Gallipoli, the other being the Lone Pine (Pinus brutia). 

Location

Address:20 - 24 Tamboon Road, Cann River P-12 College, Cann River, 3890
State:VIC
Area:AUS
GPS Coordinates:Lat: -37.569901
Long: 149.152885
Note: GPS Coordinates are approximate.
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Details

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

Dedication

Actual Monument Dedication Date:Tuesday 19th December, 2006
Front Inscription

Plaque :

Aleppo Pine

Descendant of the original Lone Pine of Gallipoli

Presented by Legacy

Lest We Forget

Plaque :

This pine was planted by Mr George Bennett, President of the Cann River RSL Sub-branch on 19th June 2006.

This tree was planted, not only in memory of the soldiers who fought at the Battle of Lone Pine, but to all soldiers who have fought and died for their country

"Lest We Forget." 

 

Source: MA
Monument details supplied by Monument Australia - www.monumentaustralia.org.au