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Mackay WWI Cenotaph 1914-1919
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Description
A white, globe topped column set on a square base, with white marble plaques around sides. Three steps lead from Jubilee Park to the front of the memorial, which backs on to Alfred Street. An unusual bronze soldier and the description of memorial significance. Inset crosses figure on the end piers. There is a flagpole beside the memorial, and palm trees line the paths through Jubilee Park.
Inscription
This memorial is dedicated to the men of Mackay and District who gave their lives in the Great War. Plaques on the other three sides are of white marble with a similar curved top with the following wording: Greater Love Hath No Man; For God, King and Country; and For Liberty and Right. These three plaques list 167 names. Included among decorations signified are 6 Military Medals, including 1 with CDC added; and 1 Distinguished Conduct Medal.
Conflicts
World War I
Memorial type
Cenotaph/shrine
Contributions
Glen Hall, Mackay Historical Society, and Shirley and Trveor McIvor.
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