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The monument commemorates South Australian Aboriginals who have served in the various conflicts in whcih Australia has been involved, and acknowledges South Australia's Kaurna people who have and continue to serve in the Australia Defence Force.

The monument features a ceremonial flame and three figures; a traditional Kaurna warrior, a soldier representing World Wars One and Two and a modern-day soldier.  The word 'Mukapaanthi', Kaurna for remember, is displayed at the front of the artwork, while both the Australian and Aboriginal flags are also included in the monument.

The monument is surrounded by native plantings with landscaping in the shape of the Kaurna shield, representing the continuing connection with the hills, rocks and earth, including species associated with traditional cultural practices.

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