Australian Army Memorial (Canberra, ACT)
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anzac, war memorial
Australian soldiers have fought as a national group in conflicts since the Second Boer War in South Africa. This memorial commemorates their continuing tradition of service, in war, conflict and peace operations.
The memorial was unveilled by the Governor-General of Australia, The Hon. Bill Hayden AC on 1 November 1989. Presented on behalf of the people of Australia: Prime Minister of Australia, Bob Hawke AC.
The memorial was unveilled by the Governor-General of Australia, The Hon. Bill Hayden AC on 1 November 1989. Presented on behalf of the people of Australia: Prime Minister of Australia, Bob Hawke AC.
Wikipedia article: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Australian_Army_Memorial,_Canberra
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Coordinates: 35°17'1"S 149°8'43"E
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