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The Soldiers` Memorial was originally erected to commemorate those from the district who served in World War One. The names of those served in World War Two and an honour roll from Westella District were added at a later date. The Westella Honour Roll was originally unveiled in the Westella Hall in 1948.
Over a thousand people attended the unveiling of the Soldiers' Monument at Wongarbon on Saturday last. The monument is a beautiful piece of work, standing 15 ft. high. It is an obelisk, made in reinforced concrete, with marble panels, and the names are inscribed in inlaid lead lettering. There are 49 names on the panels, and there are more to be added. Mr. W. A. Oldham, headmaster of the Wongarbon Public School presided. Among the speakers were Mr. P. M. McGirr, M.L.A., Mr. Inspector Campling, Mr. F. S. Lovett (Maryvale), Cr. J.M. Whiteley (Geurie). About £10 was received in donations towards wiping off the amount owing on the monument. During the afternoon the Wongarbon Band played several selections.
Wellington Times (NSW), 10 April 1919.
Location
| Address: | 28 Railway Street, Wongarbon Public School, Wongarbon, 2831 |
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| State: | NSW |
| Area: | AUS |
| GPS Coordinates: | Lat: -32.333889 Long: 148.758893 Note: GPS Coordinates are approximate. |
Details
| Monument Type: | Monument |
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| Monument Theme: | Conflict |
| Sub-Theme: | Multiple |
| Designer: | W. Larcombe & Son (Dubbo, NSW) |
| Link: | http://www.warmemorialsregister.nsw… |
Dedication
| Actual Monument Dedication Date: | Saturday 5th April, 1919 |
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The Great War of 1914 -1918
They Heard The Call And Answered
World War II - 1939 -1945
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1939 - 1945
HONOUR ROLL
A tribute to those of Westella District
who served their Empire in World War II.
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Erected
By The Citizens Of Wongarbon & District
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