Port Macquarie Commemorative Clock - Women's Agricultural Security Production Service (W.A.S.P.S.)
Description
Tall square fluted sandstone column surmounted with a clock.
Women who served in the W.A.S.P.S during the Second World War are entitled to wear the 'Civilian Service Medal 1939-45' for their contribution to Australia's war effort.
For a detailed description of the W.A.S.P.S See: Port Macquarie News - Tuesday October 4 1966. (PDF format)
Inscription
'This clock was presented to the town of Port Macquarie to commemorate the work of the Women's Agricultural Security Production Service known as W.A.S.P.S. during World War II 1939 - 1945
Mary St Clair Pres. Lena Campbell Sec.
Address
Corner Horton St and William St
Port Macquarie NSW 2444
Location/surrounding area
Memorial LocationRecorded by
Mr David Roden, NSW Premiers Dept. & Mr E. John Wade (RSL Port Macquarie Sub-Branch)Established Date format:
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