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Leggett Memorial

Leggett Memorial
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Description / Background

This war memorial is a two-piece bronze and steel sculptural panel. It was created by Belgian artist Henk Delabie and incorporates a series of bronze objects produced by Belgian children. A silhouette of a soldier is cut out of panel, representing Corporal William Thomas Leggett. Corporal Leggett is believed to have been the first soldier killed in action in the defence of Ypres, Belgium, during the First World War. The work depicts how the children view Leggett's and Australia's role in their town's history.

The first version of the sculpture sits in the grounds of the Geluwe Church on the Menin Road in Belguim.

Inscription

Plaque

Leggett Memorial

In commemoration of those Australian soldiers who served in the defence of Belgium during the First World War.

Corporal of Horse William Thomas Leggett, 1st Life Guards, Killed in Action, 14th October 1914 in the town of Geluwe, West Flanders, Belgium.

This Sculpture was presented to the People of Goulburn by the people of Wervik-Geluwe, Belgium.

Lest We Forget

Unveiled by Mr Frank Carruet, The Belgium Ambassador to Australia, on Armistice Day 11th November 2005.

Goulburn Mulwaree Council, 2005.

Veterans listed on this memorial

Veterans listed on this memorial

Last held rank Given name Family name Conflict/s Service No. Service Campaign Read more
William Thomas Leggett First World War, 1914–18 view

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Address
Rocky Hill War Memorial Museum
Memorial Road
Goulburn NSW 2580
Local Government Area
Goulburn Mulwaree Council
Setting
Garden/park
Memorial type
Statue/sculpture/artwork
Recorded by
Rocky Hill War Memorial Museum. David Roden.
Year of construction
2005
Dedication date
11 November 2005
Conflict/s
First World War, 1914–18
Materials
Bronze