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St Paul's Presbyterian Church Great War Honour Roll, Walcha

St Paul's Presbyterian Church Great War Honour Roll, Walcha
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Description / Background

This stately marble tablet is an honour roll for those who were killed in action in the First World War. It is a classically designed piece, made of Sicilian marble. The roll portion itself is crafted of white marble in the shape of an ancient temple, with two columns supporting a traditional pediment. It is attached to a black marble backing panel. 

The memorial was created in memory of the 12 deceased soldiers of the Walcha Presbyterian Charge. It was unveiled at St Paul's Presbyterian Church in Walcha, NSW, on 21 December 1919 in front of a large crowd. The ceremony was reported in the Daily Observer on 31 December. The Reverend James Marshall conducted the service and Mrs Kitcher of Glen Morrison, who lost three sons in the conflict, unveiled the tablet. Also unveiled on the day was a timber honour roll for enlistees. 

The memorial is available for viewing when the church is open.

Inscription

The Great War 1914–1919

Killed in action

[Names]

The supreme sacrifice

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
Lance Sergeant D W Patten First World War, 1914–18 1683 Australian Army - First Australian Imperial Force (1st AIF) Ypres Salient 1917 view
Private Wm Seymour First World War, 1914–18 2018 Australian Army - First Australian Imperial Force (1st AIF) Gallipoli 1915 view

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Address
St Paul's Presbyterian Church
8 Hill Street East
Walcha NSW 2354
Local Government Area
Walcha Shire
Setting
Building – inside
Location status
Original location
Memorial type
Board/roll/plaque/tablet
Recorded by
Graham Wilson
Year of construction
1919
Dedication date
21 December 1919
Conflict/s
First World War, 1914–18
Materials
Marble