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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.
Recorded by:
Mr David Roden, NSW Premiers Dept. & Mr E. John Wade (RSL Port Macquarie Sub-Branch)
Location/surrounding area:
Memorial Location
Address Data:
Corner Horton St and William St
Port Macquarie NSW 2444