Tylden War Memorial
Trentham Road TYLDEN, Macedon Ranges Shire
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Statement of Significance
Situated at the intersectlon of the three main roads that form the heart of Tylden, this Harcourt granite obelisk is positioned at the end of the Woodend (Melbourne) and Trentham roads and framed by the deciduous trees lining both roads, providing a focus for travellers as well as residents. The memorial commemorates six deceased servicemen. An iron chain and granite post fence surrounds the monument. Originally some thirty metres away towards the present store, this memorial was moved to its present location due to road re-alignment.
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Veterans Description for Public
Tylden War Memorial - Veterans Description for Public
The Tylden War Memorial is situated at the intersection of the three main roads that form the heart of Tylden, at the end of the Woodend and Trentham roads. The memorial comprises of a Harcourt granite obelisk surrounded by an iron chain and granite post fence. It was unveiled in December 1921 to commemorate the loss of six Tylden servicemen in the First World War. Originally it stood some thirty metres away but was moved to its present location due to road re-alignment.
Heritage Study and Grading
Macedon Ranges - Shire of Kyneton Conservation (Heritage) Study
Author: David Bick with Phyllis Murphy and John Patrick - Background history by Susan Priestley
Year: 1990
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Tylden War MemorialVic. War Heritage Inventory
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