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

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