Cottesloe War Memorial Town Hall - Western Australia
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The War Memorial Town Hall in Cottesloe
Waymark Code: WMNN4E
Location: Western Australia, Australia
Date Posted: 04/07/2015
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The Town Hall was originally dedicated to the war dead of World War One and Two., but now commemorates Australian servicemen and women who have served in all wars and conflicts.The former Overton Lodge and at one time the property of Claude de Bernales, was designated a memorial by the Governor, Sir James Mitchell, at the opening ceremony in front of a crowd of about 3000 on the 30th September 1950.
Type of Memorial: Non-Specific Memorial
In Honor Of: Australian servicemen and women
Marker Text:
This hall is dedicated to the memory of our war dead. We people of Cottesloe remember them with pride and gratitude for their heroic sacrifice in defence of their country. Let all people honour their memory. 1914-1918 1939-1945
Date of dedication: 30th September, 1950
Who Put it Here?: Cottesloe Council
Description of Memorial:
Broome St
Cottesloe
Wars mentioned (Multi-war only): Not listed
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