Upper Murray Garden of Memory
Overview
The Garden of Memory serves as a solemn tribute to Australian and Allied ex-service men and women who served in wartime. Key details include:
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Purpose: To commemorate those who served in various conflicts involving Australia.
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Features: Includes a marble Cross of Sacrifice and eight war graves.
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History:
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Established during World War II.
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Originally managed by the Australian War Graves Commission.
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After 1945, management was transferred to local RSL Sub-Branches, who formed a Trustee Committee to develop it as a War Memorial Cemetery.
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Eligibility for Burial:
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Any Australian ex-service man or woman who served in full-time wartime service.
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British or Allied ex-service members with the same service criteria were also eligible.
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For more information please visit:
Virtual War Memorial | Barmera (Upper Murray) Garden of Memory (vwma.org.au)
Barmera (Upper Murray) Garden Of Memory | Cemetery Details | CWGC
Upper Murray Garden of Memory | Monument Australia
29 Nov 1945 - At Barmera Garden of Memory Dedication Ceremony - Trove (nla.gov.au)