Friday, 25 April 2014

Anzac War Memorial

This is a detailed view of the western side of the Anzac War Memorial, which stands in Hyde Park South. The building was designed by Bruce Dellit in the Art Deco architectural style and completed in 1934. The sculptures and bas reliefs that adorn the building were created by Rayner Hoff, who also created the powerful "Sacrifice" sculpture inside. It was built as a memorial to the Australian Imperial Force of World War I and is the focus of commemoration ceremonies on Anzac Day, 25th April, which marks the anniversary of the first major military action fought by Australian and New Zealand forces during the war.
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18 comments:

  1. Sylvia KFriday, 25 April 2014 at 06:27:00 GMT+10

    A beautiful war memorial and your wonderful blue, blue skies make the perfect backdrop -- as always, Jim! And, as always, thanks for sharing the beauty! Have a great weekend!

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  2. CarverFriday, 25 April 2014 at 06:49:00 GMT+10

    Powerful memorial and I love the magnificent blue sky.

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  3. Photo CacheFriday, 25 April 2014 at 06:49:00 GMT+10

    lovely impressive building. equally impressive is your cloudless blue sky.

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  4. sunshineFriday, 25 April 2014 at 07:07:00 GMT+10

    Beautiful photo and a monumental architecture.

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  5. carol l mckennaFriday, 25 April 2014 at 07:29:00 GMT+10

    Great angle shot and blue sky ~ fascinating post for SWF ~ xoxo

    artmusedog and carol (A Creative Harbor)

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  6. Yogi♪♪♪Friday, 25 April 2014 at 09:03:00 GMT+10

    Beautiful, I love old art deco memorials.

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  7. HelsFriday, 25 April 2014 at 11:07:00 GMT+10

    I got up this morning at 5 am (unbelievable... I never move before 8 am normally!!!) and saw squillions of people going to the dawn service in the cold and dark. It was very emotional.

    Like Yogi, I too love the Deco memorials.

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  8. JackFriday, 25 April 2014 at 11:15:00 GMT+10

    Your link explaining Anzac Day was very helpful. One version of Waltzing Mathilda is a sad story about an injured soldier returning from Turkey and being ignored by the citizens. Is that still played in Australia? It is an exceptionally poignant song.

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    1. JimFriday, 25 April 2014 at 12:22:00 GMT+10

      I think that's "And The Band Played Waltzing Matilda", which features some lyrics of "Waltzing Matilda". Haven't heard it in ages but I'm sure it gets played somewhere in Australia.

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  9. Refleksjon på livsvegenFriday, 25 April 2014 at 14:10:00 GMT+10

    Thanks for sharing!

    Have a nice weekend :-)

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  10. orchid0324Friday, 25 April 2014 at 14:47:00 GMT+10

    Dearest Jim;
    I've been to Sydney when young. Wonderful memorial with blue sky☆☆☆
    Sending you Lots of Love and Hugs from Japan, xoxo Miyako*

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  11. JoeFriday, 25 April 2014 at 18:45:00 GMT+10

    A wonderful era for architecture, Jim.

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  12. AnonymousFriday, 25 April 2014 at 18:58:00 GMT+10

    That's an impressive war memorial, Jim.
    Thanks for sharing and enjoy your weekend.

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  13. RoanFriday, 25 April 2014 at 21:50:00 GMT+10

    Amazing architecture. Beautiful dark blue sky.

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  14. LinneaSaturday, 26 April 2014 at 03:46:00 GMT+10

    It looks like a familiar architectural style that I've seen here in California. Thanks for the information on this!

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  15. January ZeleneSaturday, 26 April 2014 at 14:10:00 GMT+10

    That's a wonderful structure in memory of those that have fought the war.

    http://www.photosbyjanuary.com/2014/04/touchdown-pudong-international-airport.html

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  16. Thomas LeeSunday, 27 April 2014 at 23:24:00 GMT+10

    It's good to remember their contribution to the world peace.

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  17. UnknownWednesday, 30 April 2014 at 02:42:00 GMT+10

    Being a great fan of Art Deco, I could only love this. Awesome!

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