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24-August-2021 (Paul Scott)
24-August-2021 (Paul Scott)

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The Cathedral of the Holy Cross was erected as a war memorial to commemorate those who served in World War One and World War Two.

The foundation stone was laid on 22nd July 1962 by the Governor, Sir Charles Gairdner and the cathedral consecrated by Bishop John Frewer on 8th March 1964.

Inside the cathedral are two brass plaques which list the names of those who died in service or were killed in action.

 

Location

Address:101 Cathedral Avenue, Geraldton, 6530
State:WA
Area:AUS
GPS Coordinates:Lat: -28.779015
Long: 114.614386
Note: GPS Coordinates are approximate.
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Details

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

Dedication

Actual Monument Dedication Date:Sunday 8th March, 1964
Front Inscription

Plaque :

To the glory of God

And to perpetuate world peace this Memorial Cathedral honours our men who made the supreme sacrifice and all who served in two World Wars

Plaque :

Died on service

[ Names ]

Plaque :

Died on service

[ Names ]

Source: MA,PS
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