Wagga Wagga HMAS Sydney Flagpole
Details
Location | Victory Memorial Gardens, Baylis & Morrow Streets, Wagga Wagga, New South Wales, Australia |
Type | other |
Description | A Derrick from HMAS Sydney used as a ceremonial flagpole |
Built | Not yet discovered |
Opened | Not yet discovered |
Inscription | This flagpole is a Derrick from HMAS "Sydney" and was struck by a shell (the mark of which can be plainly seen) from the German Cruiser "Emden" in the historic fight off Cocos Island 9th November 1914. Erected by the Soldiers & Sailors War Memorial Committee. 11th November 1931. E. E. Collins Mayor Chairman |
Condition | Good |