Bright War Memorial Clock Tower

Bright, ALPINE SHIRE

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  • Physical Description 1

    Bright War Memorial Clock Tower - Physical Description 1

    Large clock tower. WW1 and 2.

    Historical Australian Themes

    Bright War Memorial Clock Tower - Historical Australian Themes

    Remembering the fallen

    Usage/Former Usage

    Bright War Memorial Clock Tower - Usage/Former Usage

    Commemorating

    Veterans Description for Public

    Bright War Memorial Clock Tower - Veterans Description for Public

    In 1929, the Bright Memorial Clock Tower was erected in Mafeking Square to commemorate all those who had lost their lives during the First World War and all those who served. The tower was built at a cost of £700, and designed by architect Mr Butler. Construction of the reinforced concrete and rendered tower was undertaken by local builders John Icely, his son Norman, and David Jones.
    
    It was unveiled and dedicated on Sunday 29th December 1929, as part of the Back to Bright Celebrations, which was organised by Shire Secretary EJ Delany. The unveiling was carried out by Colonel Robert Law VD, in the presence of six hundred people. The President of the Bright Shire Council, Cr John Roper, acted as Chairman, welcoming various guests including Colonel Law, Captain Larking, Mr Paul Jones, Federal Representative, Sir John Boyser, and Mr Duffy, MLA.
    
    The square and tower subsequently became the focus for remembrance services, a role that has been carried through to the present day.The memorial commemorates the Boer War, the First World War, the Second World War, Korea, Vietnam and Peacekeeping Forces. The memorial lists the names of 94 fallen men.

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