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The monument was originally erected to commemorate soldiers of Kolan Shire who died in service or were killed in action in World War One. The names of those who died in service or were killed in action in World War Two were added at a later date.
The memorial was unveiled by Lieutenant-Colonel Christie on November 6th 1920 and contained the names of one nursing sister and 47 men of the shire who had made the supreme sacrifice. The monument cost £320 and was unveiled free of debt.
The Queenslander, 11th December 1920.
Location
Address: | Mulgrave & Walker Streets, Gin Gin, 4671 |
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State: | QLD |
Area: | AUS |
GPS Coordinates: | Lat: -24.992726 Long: 151.957715 Note: GPS Coordinates are approximate. |
Details
Monument Type: | Monument |
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Monument Theme: | Conflict |
Sub-Theme: | Multiple |
Monument Manufacturer: | A. L. Petrie & Sons (Toowong, QLD) |
Dedication
Actual Monument Dedication Date: | Saturday 6th November, 1920 |
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In memory of those who so nobly gave their lives for our freedom in the Great War of 1914 - 1919
They rose responsive to their country`s call
They gave their best, their lives their all
Plaque :
In memory of the fallen in the war of 1939 to 1945
Lest We Forget
Base :
Kolan Shire Roll of Honour
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