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Mittagong Superior Public School Great War Honour Roll

Mittagong Superior Public School Great War Honour Roll
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Description / Background

This timber honour roll lists the names of 71 'Old Boys' and teachers from Mittagong Superior Public School who served in the First World War. The names are painted in gold, in two columns. 

The roll was dedicated during a brief ceremony at the school on Empire Day, 24 May 1917. Mr W.H. Jones unveiled the roll in front of a large crowd and several songs were sung by the students (Robertson Advocate, 29 May 1921). 

The roll is located inside Mittagong Public School. Access to the memorial is by appointment/tour.

Inscription

S.P.S

Mittagong

In honour of

the Old Boys and teachers who have gone forth

to serve their King and Country in the Great War 1914.

[Names]

Veterans listed on this memorial

Veterans listed on this memorial

Last held rank Given name Family name Conflict/s Service No. Service Campaign Read more
S Penton First World War, 1914–18 view
R Pitts First World War, 1914–18 view
J Powell First World War, 1914–18 view
C Prott First World War, 1914–18 view
L Raw First World War, 1914–18 view
M Raw First World War, 1914–18 view
E Robson First World War, 1914–18 view
J Sharp First World War, 1914–18 view
R Sheather First World War, 1914–18 view
R Smythe First World War, 1914–18 view

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Address
Mittagong Public School
21 Pioneer Street
Mittagong NSW 2575
Local Government Area
Wingecarribee Shire
Setting
Building – inside
Memorial type
Board/roll/plaque/tablet
Recorded by
Mittagong Public School
Dedication date
24 May 1917
Conflict/s
First World War, 1914–18
Materials
Timber