Remembrance Day tour

Sunday, November 10, 2024, 12:30 – 1pm As part of Remembrance Day 2024 Anzac Square Memorial Galleries will be offering special tours in November exploring our military history and traditions, and sharing stories of Queensland war heroes that exemplify the Anzac Spirit and underpin this important day.We've searched through State Library's extensive military collection to bring you some of our favourite stories of courage, resilience, and sacrifice from the home front and the warfront, as we guide you on an interactive journey from the First World War to today.Some of the moving stories you'll hear on this special tour include: Edgar Towner VC, who was awarded the Victoria Cross in WW1 for 'most conspicuous bravery, initiative and devotion to duty' and his sister Greta Norman Towner Oodgeroo Noonuccal (Kath Walker), who served in the Australian Women's Army Service during WWII Douglas Salveron, whose Vietnam War service inspired the popular Long Tan Cross plaque at Anzac Square Memorial Galleries.Book now to secure your place on this limited tour. Venue: Anzac Square, Brisbane City Venue address: Anzac Square, 228 Adelaide Street, Brisbane City Primary event type: Tours Event type: Featured, Free, Tours Cost: Free Age: Suitable for all ages Bookings: Bookings required via the Anzac Square Memorial Galleries website. Bookings required: Yes More info: www.anzacsquare.qld.gov.au…