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The honour roll commemorates those who served in World War One.

It was unveiled at the State School on 21st July 1917, and contains the names of 23 men as well as Sister Milne.  It was unveiled by Mr J McLaughlin who had four sons fighting in the war.

The honour roll unveiling was part of a ceremony at the school where two rows of trees were planted to commemorate and perpetuate the memories of the Eldorado Boys who had fought in World War One. 
Wangaratta Chronicle 25 July 1917.

 

Location

Address:94 Main Street, Eldorado Memorial Hall, Eldorado, 3746
State:VIC
Area:AUS
GPS Coordinates:Lat: -36.308344
Long: 146.520245
Note: GPS Coordinates are approximate.
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Details

Monument Type:Honour Roll
Monument Theme:Conflict
Sub-Theme:WW1

Dedication

Actual Monument Dedication Date:Saturday 21st July, 1917
Source: VWHI, MA
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