Alexander Eagleton Memorial Gates
Description
The Alexander Eagleton Memorial Gates consist of two wrought iron gates, supported by two white pillars. The words 'A.D. 1902' are displayed at the top of each pillar. A marble plaque in the shape of a shield bearing an inscription is attached to the front of each pillar.
The memorial has been relocated to the Clarence Town Memorial Park, where Anzac Day services take place.
Inscription
Left plaque - east pillar
The Alexander Gates.
Erected by the public of Clarence Town and District to the memory of Private Alexander William Eagleton, killed in battle at Onverwaght, South Africa 4th Jan 1902 aged 22 years.
Right plaque - west pillar
Afric's sun shines on his grave, Afric's dews rest on the sod, his life for freedom's cause be gave his soul now rests in peace with God.
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Veterans listed on this memorial
| Last held rank | Given Name | Family Name | Conflict/s | Fate | Service No. | Service | Campaign | Read more |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pte | Alexander William | Eagleton | South African Campaign | KIA | Onverwaght | view |
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Address
Clarence Town Memorial Park
Cnr Grey and Queen Streets
Clarence Town NSW 2321
AustraliaLocal Government Area
- Dungog Shire
Setting
- Garden/park
Location status
Moved/alteredMemorial type
- Gate/lychgate
Recorded by
Dungog Shire Council. Robert McLardy.Year of construction
1902Established Date format:
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}Conflict/s
- South African War (Boer War), 1899–1902
Materials
- Concrete
- Metal