Laura War MemorialPrint Page
The monument commemorates those who have served in the various conflicts in which Australia has been involved.
It is an arc of obliquely sawn wooden posts, bearing plaques for each conflict since the South African (Boer) War.
Location
Address: | Deighton Road, Laura Town Hall, Laura, 4871 |
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State: | QLD |
Area: | AUS |
GPS Coordinates: | Lat: -15.558474 Long: 144.446462 Note: GPS Coordinates are approximate. |
Details
Monument Type: | Monument |
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Monument Theme: | Conflict |
Sub-Theme: | Multiple |
Link: | http://www.qldwarmemorials.com.au/P… |
Dedication
In memory
Australians have helped to fight for the freedom of many nations around the world for over a hundred years. The service and sacrifice by Australian men and women has resulted in an ethos of freedom in our own country that is the envy of the world.
This monument is in honor of their service, which has become our heritage.
Plaques:
1899 - 1902 Boer War
1914 - 1918 1st World War
1939 - 1945 2nd World War
1950 - 1953 Korean War
1962 - 1973 Vietnam War
Peace - Keeping Forces
To all those who served in peace keeping roles in conflicts throughout the world