Barraba War MemorialPrint Page
The monument commemorates those from the District who died in service or were killed in action in World War One and World War Two.
It was unveiled by Mr Bruxner M.L.A. on Armistice Day 1924 and cost over ₤1000. The names of those who died in service or were killed in action in World War Two were added at a later date.
Barraba, Tuesday afternoon. Barraba celebrated one of its biggest days today, when a flne memorial clock tower in the main street was unveiled by Col. Bruxner, leader of the Progressive Party. The memorial is a fine edifice of brick, standing some 30ft high, a splendid piece of work. At top of the tower is a large face clock. At the base is a table containing the names of 50 or 60 of Barraba and district soldiers who served in the Great War.
Manilla Express (NSW), 11 November 1924.
Location
Address: | Queen & Maude Streets, Barraba, 2347 |
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State: | NSW |
Area: | AUS |
GPS Coordinates: | Lat: -30.378406 Long: 150.610558 Note: GPS Coordinates are approximate. |
Details
Monument Type: | Monument |
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Monument Theme: | Conflict |
Sub-Theme: | Multiple |
Monument Manufacturer: | Mr. Myers & Mr. York (builders) |
Link: | http://www.warmemorialsregister.nsw… |
Dedication
Actual Monument Dedication Date: | Tuesday 11th November, 1924 |
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To perpetuate the memory of the men of Barraba & District who made the supreme sacrifice
1914 The Great War 1919
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World War II
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