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31-August-2020
31-August-2020

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The foundation stone of the Paruna Soldier`s Memorial was laid in the name of the late John S. Petch as a mark of respect and esteem of soldiers and residents. 

The Paruna Soldiers Memorial was two rooms attached to the Paruna Institute Building and the foundation stone was laid in honour of those who had given their lives in the Great War. The stone was laid in the name of Mr. Petch who took a keen interest in the soldiers and the district. 

 

 

 

Location

Address:Alawoona - Paruna Road, Picnic Area, Paruna, 5311
State:SA
Area:AUS
GPS Coordinates:Lat: -34.719648
Long: 140.729084
Note: GPS Coordinates are approximate.
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Details

Monument Type:Plaque
Monument Theme:Conflict
Sub-Theme:WW1

Dedication

Actual Monument Dedication Date:Saturday 19th March, 1938
Front Inscription

This stone was laid in the name of the late John S. Petch as a token of respect and esteem of soldiers, and residents.

19 - 3 - 38.

Source: MA
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