Australian Merchant Navy Memorial, Canberra
The Australian Merchant Navy Memorial is located in Kings Park, on the northern shore of Lake Burley Griffin in Canberra, the national capital city of Australia. Inscription: "In honour of those of the Australian Merchant Navy who gave their lives for their country and have no known grave but the sea. They will be remembered for ever more. 1914-1918 1939-1945." The memorial was unveiled on 7 October 1990 by His Excellency The Honourable Bill Hayden AC, Governor-General of Australia. The memorial symbolises the Merchant Navy and the sea. It consists of seven columns, a dias, concrete drums, and a flagpole.
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Australian Merchant Navy Memorial on Map
Sight Name: Australian Merchant Navy Memorial
Sight Location: Canberra, Australia (See walking tours in Canberra)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
Sight Location: Canberra, Australia (See walking tours in Canberra)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Canberra, Australia’s capital, often, and deservedly so, jokingly referred to as the "Bush Capital” for the abundance of forested, farmland and natural reserve areas around, is a beautiful city, home to many recognizable and unique sights. Its center-most piece is Lake Burley Griffin dotted with sailboats and kayaks. Overlooking the lake from the shore is the massive, modern Parliament... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.8 Km or 2.4 Miles
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.8 Km or 2.4 Miles