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Toowong Boer War Memorial
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Description
First known Boer War monument in Queensland, and was erected by his friends and comrades. Draped obelisk with carvings of a pen and pad, crossed swords, tennis rackets, cricket bats and ball is set on a typical Petrie base. There are commemorative panels on the plinth to individuals from the conflict.
Inscription
In Memory of Lieutenant Lachlan John Caskey, of the 5th Qld Imperial Bushmen, killed in action 27.9.1901
Conflicts
South African War
Memorial type
Column/obelisk/pillar
Contributions
Shirley and Trevor McIvor
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