Blackburn Memorial, Blackburn, Victoria, Australia

Blackburn Memorial

Location	Morton Park, Central Road, Blackburn, Whitehorse - Victoria, Australia
Type	memorial
Description	A grey granite obelisk on a single stepped bluestone base on a concrete platform. The War Memorial was originally erected in memory of those from the district who died in service or were killed in action during World War One. The names of those who lost their lives in World War Two were added to the memorial at a later date as well as plaques commemorating later conflicts. Built after World War One, the monument originally stood on the corner of Whitehorse and Railway Roads. It was moved to Morton Park on 20 April 1969. Read more...
Built	Not yet discovered
Opened	Not yet discovered
Inscription	Front Inscription For God King and Country 1914 - 1919. ERECTED BY THE BLACKBURN RESIDENTS As a Tribute TO THE MEMORY OF THEIR BRAVE MEN WHO FELL IN THE GREAT WAR. "Lest we Forget." Rear Inscription IN MEMORY OF THE FALLEN WORLD WAR 2. 1939-45. [ Names ] Dedicated To Those Who Served With The Australian Defence Forces In Peacekeeping And Peacemaking Operations/Missions, To Preserve World Peace. From 1947 Onwards
Condition	Good