Tag: First World War
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British Battleship HMS St Vincent
British Battleship HMS St Vincent HMS St Vincent was the lead ship of her class of three dreadnought battleships built for the Royal Navy, launched on 10 September 1908 and commissioned on 3 May 1910. After commissioning, she spent her whole career assigned to the Home and Grand Fleets, often serving as a flagship. Aside… Read more
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Gilgandra New South Wales
Gilgandra New South Wales Gilgandra is a country town located in the central west of New South Wales, about 430 kilometres north west of Sydney. Situated along the banks of the Castlereagh River, the town serves as an important service centre for surrounding farming districts. The region is primarily devoted to agriculture, particularly sheep and… Read more
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Pathway of Honour Adelaide
Pathway of Honour The Pathway of Honour commemorates the military service of South Australians. Along the avenue are bronze and stone plaques, most of which commemorate military units, regiments, and particular battles or campaigns. Some also honour specific branches of service or community contributions to war efforts. This reflects the tradition of unit pride and… Read more