Boer War Memorial, Casterton, Victoria
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S 37° 35.392 E 141° 23.635
54H E 534776 N 5839615
A cast iron and stone monument located at the western end of Casterton's main steet
Waymark Code: WMDV6F
Location: Victoria, Australia
Date Posted: 02/25/2012
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Erected in 1900 and consisting of a cast-iron sculpture of a winged woman and boy cherubs mounted on a sandstone block, this memorial commemorates the South African War and two local men who died in the conflict.
This monument together with a WW1 monument are located in Bryan Park which is located at the western end of Casterton's main street.
Front Inscription:
Erected by the people of this district to the memory of those brave men of Casterton Det. Of H Co V.M.R. who gave up their lives for Queen and Country in South Africa 1900
Left Side Inscription:
PTE H. SEALEY DIED AT BLOOMFONTEIN APRIL 30TH 1900
Right Side Inscription:
PTE T STOCK killed in action Rensberg Feb 9th 1900
Which Boer War?: Not listed
Boer War Website: Not listed
First Boer War (Alternate Name): Not listed
Second Boer War (Alternate Name): Not listed
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