Tammin Memorial Park & Gates

Parent Place or Precinct

12211 Tammin Civic Precinct

Values

The place is a rare and good example of a War Memorial and Garden in a rural setting.

The place has associations with World War II and the Vietnam War.

The place has social value as a place of remembrance.

The place social significances for the relations to those who their lives in World War II and Vietnam.

Physical Description

□ Small, grassed park is delineated by the four red brick piers and wrought iron gates. Each pier has a commemorative plaque, for example either World War II, Vietnam or 50 years since World War II.

□ The park has two rows of pepper trees and other irregular plantings and picnic settings.

History

‘The first War Memorial erected in Western Australia was associated with the Boer War In Southern Africa from 1899 to 1902, commonly known as the Boer War. ‘

‘It was during the interwar years however that the traditions of memorialisation were firmly established and war memorials of various kinds first appeared as significant features in the open landscapes of the suburbs and towns throughout the state. Most communities erected a War memorial and many erected more than one, particularly in country centres where much needed facilities such as community halls and hospitals were erected as memorials in addition to the traditional stone monuments and Honour boards.’

Integrity/Authenticity

High

Condition

Good - well maintained

Uses

Historic Themes

Creation Date

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