Australian Women's Army Service Memorial Tree
Description
A lemon-scented eucalyptus tree with plaque, located in Hyde Park between the Anzac Memorial and Elizabeth Street. A dedication plaque is attached to a low plinth at the base of the tree.
The guest of honour at the dedication service was Lieutenant-General Sir John Northcott, K.C.M.G., K.C.V.O., C.B. (RL). The ceremony was recorded by the Daily Telegraph in the 26 November 1962 issue.
Inscription
THIS TREE WAS PLANTED AND DEDICATED TO MARK THE FORMATION OF THE AUSTRALIAN WOMENS' ARMY SERVICE AUSTRALIAN MILITARY FORCES NOVEMBER 1941.
25TH NOVEMBER, 1962.
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Address
Hyde Park
Sydney NSW 2000
AustraliaLocal Government Area
- Sydney, City of
Setting
- Garden/park
Memorial type
- Memorial avenue/Memorial tree/Memorial trees
Recorded by
Mrs. Amy Taylor, State President, Australian Women's Army Association (NSW)Year of construction
1962Established Date format:
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25 November 1962 Conflict/s
- Second World War, 1939–45