In the lead up to Anzac Day, the Taree RSL Sub-branch unveiled a plaque at the Taree War Memorial to recognise the donors who helped fund the World War I statue project.
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The plaque recognises the contributions of the Department of Veterans Affairs, NSW Veterans Affairs, Taree RSL Sub-branch, Club Taree, Taree Aquatic Club, Saxby’s Soft Drinks, Taree Lions Club and Manning River Lions Club. Sub-branch president Charles Fisher said the statues would not have been created without financial assistance.
“It’s just our way of saying thank you for being so generous and being civic minded.
“This is a pride to the town to have this memorial.
“The statues being placed here puts the finishing touches to it,” Mr Fisher said.
Past sub-branch president Darcy Elbourne said the memorial is a credible reminder of the sacrifices made in war.
“The awe of reverence that the memorial has and its surrounds provide a sacred place that provides a sanctified atmosphere that defines the memory of our fallen and all those who served.”