Bowral & District War MemorialPrint Page 
The monument is a concrete and marble obelisk, surmounted by a cross, which was originally erected to commemorate those from Bowral and District who served in World War One. It was rededicated on the 11th November 2003 to commemorate those who died in service or were killed in action in World War Two. In 2008 a plaque was added to commemorate those who died in service or were killed in action in the Korean War.
The entry to monument is through a gateway of two pillars which has a wrought iron arch with the words "Lest We Forget".
The ceremony of unveiling the war memorial erected by the people of Bowral, Glenquarry and Burradoo, was performed this afternoon by his Excellency, Slr Walter Davidson, in the presence of a very large assemblage of townspeople and residents of the district, including Sir George Fuller, Chief -Secretary, Mr. J. Garland, Attorney-General, the Mayor and Aldermen of Bowral Council, Miss Constance Smith, hon. secretary, Mr. Ebb. Davis hon. treasurer. His Excellency, who was accompanied by Lady Davidson, and attended by Captain Addison, was introduced by the Mayor, Alderman H. J. Pickard.
The memorial is erected in a central position, at the corner of Bong Bong and Merrigang streets. lt is constructed of polished trachyte from local quarries and contains 211 names, of whom 40 made the supreme sacrifice. The total cost will be about £500, which was subscribed by direct giving.
The Sydney Morning Herald (NSW), 31 January 1920.
Location
| Address: | Bong Bong & Merrigang Streets, Bowral, 2576 |
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| State: | NSW |
| Area: | AUS |
| GPS Coordinates: | Lat: -34.477481 Long: 150.417947 Note: GPS Coordinates are approximate. |
Details
| Monument Type: | Monument |
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| Monument Theme: | Conflict |
| Sub-Theme: | Multiple |
| Designer: | H. Sheaffe |
Dedication
| Actual Monument Dedication Date: | Friday 30th January, 1920 |
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These men died leaving an example of noble courage and devotion to duty
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This memorial was erected by the people of Bowral and Glenquarry
In honour of those who served the Empire during the Great War 1914 1918.
Plaque :
Honour Roll WWII 1939 - 1945
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This stone was set by Sir George Fuller K.C.M.G.M.L.A. Chief Secretary on August 4th 1919
Plaque :
Officially re-dedicated by:
Air Chief Marshall Sir Neville McNamara KBE; AO; AFC; AE.
Royal Australian Air Force (Retd)
11th November 2003.
To the memory of the citizens of Bowral who sacrificed their lives in World War II 1939 - 1945 and eternal gratitude to those who also served.
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Plaque :
In eternal gratitude of the citizens of Bowral to those who served in the Korean War
1950 to 1954
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This plaque was unveiled by John Cummins OAM President Bowral RSL Sub Branch
ANZAC Day 2008
Plaque :
A grateful nation and community thank those from Bowral who served our nation during the Malayan Peninsula / Borneo / Indonesian conflicts
1948 - 1966
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Unveiled by K A Stammers and G F Piggott
Vice Presidents Bowral RSL Sub Branch
ANZAC Day 2011
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Plaque :
Boer War
South Africa 1899 - 1902
Bowral RSL Sub Branch dedicates this plaque to honour the known ninety nine men and one woman from the Southern Highlands who served in this conflict
Lest We Forget
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Plaque :
A grateful nation and community thank those from Bowral who served during the Vietnam War
1962 - 1973
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Unveiled by Bowral RSL Sub Branch members and Vietnam veterans
ANZAC Day 2011
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Arch - Lest We Forget
Left Pillar -
They shall grow not old as we that are left grow old.
Age shall not weary them nor the years condemn.
At the going down of the sun and in the morning we shall remember them.
Right Pillar -
The glorious fallen
In our hearts forever
