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03-May-2015
03-May-2015
Photographs supplied by Arthur Garland

The plaque commemorates all animals who have served our nation in times of war and peace.

Animals have played a very significant role in assisting our defence forces over the years and the memorial plaque is to show support for the many dogs, horses, mules, donkeys, camels and pigeons who have bravely served Australia. The recognition of animals in war is not new as three pigeons had been awarded the Dickin Medal – the equivalent of a Victoria Cross – in World War One and a British mine detection dog in Afghanistan has also received the same award.

Location

Address:Alexandra Road, Opposite War Memorial, Ulverstone, 7315
State:TAS
Area:AUS
GPS Coordinates:Lat: -41.157921
Long: 146.175561
Note: GPS Coordinates are approximate.
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Details

Monument Type:Plaque
Monument Theme:Culture
Sub-Theme:Animals

Dedication

Front Inscription

Dedicated to all war animals 

They also served

Lest We Forget

 

 

Source: MA
Monument details supplied by Monument Australia - www.monumentaustralia.org.au