The Australian-American Memorial
Overview
This memorial is a 73-metre column topped with an 11-metre eagle and sphere. Located in front of Defence Headquarters Russell, it was paid for with donations from the Australian public in thanks for American involvement in the Pacific region during World War II.
Russell is at one corner of the National Triangle central to the Griffins' design for Canberra and the location is a key element in that design.
“Comradeship in arms”
Reviewed 6mos ago by Dan LA brief stop on our tour to view the memorial and hear a brief history. The column is approx. 80m in height and is crowned with a stylised American eagle. It is located Field Marshal Sir Thomas...
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Reviewed 8mos ago by 619jeffryThe Australian-American Memorial is a striking reminder of the aid tendered to Australia in World War II by the United States. The Memorial is 80 meters (250 feet) tall. The pillar is topped by a...
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Reviewed 1yr ago by AndyJohn74Located in Field Marshall Sir Thomas Blakey Square is this imposing memorial. It was opened by Queen Elizabeth II in 1954 to commemorate the sacrifice of Australians and Americans during the Second...
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