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The window was erected by Mrs Moran in memory of those who gave their lives while serving in H.M.A.S. Swan, during an air attack in World War Two. 

HMAS Swan, the second RAN vessel to carry the name, was commissioned on 21 January 1937. She was fitted out as a Minesweeper and undertook operations in Australian waters until December 1941. The entry of the Japanese into the Pacific area saw her in minesweeping operations and escort duties around New Guinea. HMAS Swan was in Darwin when it was bombed on 19 February 1942 and, although not severely damaged, three lives were lost - Signalman Alwyn John Breen, Leading Seaman John Sault and Able Seaman Albert Samuel Purdon. Signalman Breen is also commemorated with a window at the Kyabram Wesleyan Uniting Church (Vic). HMAS Swan continued to serve throughout and after the Second World War before being converted to a cadet training vessel.

 

Location

Address:	Nelson Street, Chapel of Our Lady Star of The Sea, HMAS Cerberus, 3920
State:	VIC
Area:	AUS
GPS Coordinates:	Lat: -38.365678 Long: 145.190872 Note: GPS Coordinates are approximate.

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Details

Monument Type:	Window
Monument Theme:	Conflict
Sub-Theme:	WW2
Monument Manufacturer:	Brooks, Robinson & Co
Link:	http://vhd.heritage.vic.gov.au/

Dedication

Source: VHD