Braye Park Lookout
Description
Lookout named in honour of Ross Braye who fell in the Second World War. Eight square sandstone plinths formed in a hour glass shape create a perimeter for the park. Placed on the top of the plinths is a circular copper plate showing directions.
Inscription
Newcastle City Council Braye Park Lookout
To perpetuate the memory of Ross Braye R.A.A.F. Killed in Action - Libya
Veterans listed on this memorial
| Last held rank | Given Name | Family Name | Conflicts | Fate | Service No. | Service | Campaign | Read more |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ross | Braye | World War 2 | KIA | RAAF | Libya | view |
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Address
Braye Park
Boomerang Road off Edit Street
Waratah NSW 2298
AustraliaLocal Government Area
- Newcastle, City of
Setting
- Garden/park
Memorial type
- Garden/park
Recorded by
Mr Robert McLardyEstablished Date format:
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- Second World War, 1939–45