Carillon War Memorial facts for kids
The Carillon War Memorial is a special tower in Bathurst, New South Wales. You can find it on Kings Parade. This memorial was built in 1933. It has 35 bells, like a giant musical instrument called a Carillon. It honors the brave men from Bathurst who served in World War I and World War II. There's also a flame that burns forever, called an eternal flame.
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History of the Carillon Memorial
Why the Carillon Was Built
The idea for the Carillon War Memorial started a long time ago. On 25 August 1926, a local newspaper called The National Advocate wrote about it. Mr. R. H. Browning suggested building a tower with 23 bells. He thought it would cost about £10,000 for the tower and £5,000 for the bells.
Building the Memorial
It took seven years to build the Carillon War Memorial. The final cost was £8,000. This was a lot of money back then! The memorial was officially opened on 12 November 1933. It stands as a lasting tribute to the soldiers from Bathurst.
Special Plaques
You will find two special plaques on the side of the memorial. These plaques remember the 50th anniversary of the end of World War II. One plaque was revealed by Peter Wellington. The other was revealed by Doreen Smith. Inside the building, there are many more plaques. These honor the sacrifices made by all service men and women.
