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Newcastle Civic Park War Memorial

Newcastle Civic Park War Memorial
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Newcastle Civic Park War Memorial, inscription
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Newcastle Civic Park War Memorial, inscription
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Newcastle Civic Park War Memorial, inscription
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Newcastle Civic Park War Memorial, emblem
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Description / Background

The Newcastle Civic Park War Memorial is tapered granite column, positioned on a square sandstone plinth. The memorial features inscriptions and dedications to those who have served in conflicts in which Australia has been involved. The emblems of the Royal Australian Air Force, Australian Women's Services, Royal Australian Navy, and the Australian Commonwealth Military Forces are also attached to the memorial. Next to the memorial is an eternal flame. 

The memorial is located on the northern side of Newcastle Civic Park, opposite the City Hall. It was first built in 1954 and rededicated on 11 November 2003. Additional plaques were added in 2006. 

Inscription

North side

To the Glory of God and to all men and women who served, fought and died in all wars and conflicts. This memorial was officially rededicated by Rear Admiral Peter Sinclair AC, AO (Mil), KSt J, RAN Rtd Former Governor of New South Wales on 11 November 2003. Lest we forget. Councillors of City of Newcastle Lord Mayor John S Tate.

West side - top

1914-1918 1939-1945

This memorial is dedicated to honour the men and women of Newcastle and District who, in service with the Armed and Auxiliary Forces of the Commonwealth gave their lives to bequeath to others a heritage of freedom and security. Greater love hath no man than this. At the going down of the sun - and in the morning we will remember them.

West side - bottom

In remembrance

Korea 1950-1953; Malaya 1948-1960; Borneo 1962-1966; Malay Peninsula 1964-1966; Vietnam 1962-1973. Lest we forget.

South side

Honouring the role of members of the Australian Army Medical Women's Service 1942 – 1945 and all service women who served their Country.

Commemorating the 60th anniversary in 2005 of Victory in the Pacific and the end of the Second World War. Lest we forget. Unveiled by Mrs Dulcie Giles A.A.M.W.S. President Newcastle 25 April 2006.

Veterans listed on this memorial

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Address
Newcastle Civic Park
206 King Street
Newcastle NSW 2300
Local Government Area
Newcastle, City of
Setting
Garden/park
Memorial type
Column/pillar
Recorded by
Robert McLardy
Year of construction
1954
Dedication date
11 November 2003
Conflict/s
First World War, 1914–18
Second World War, 1939–45
Korean War, 1950–53
Malayan Emergency, 1950–60
Indonesian Confrontation, 1963–66
Vietnam War, 1962–75
Materials
Granite
Sandstone