WW II – The Rambling Wombat

June 28, 2017June 29, 2017 TheRamblingWombat Canberra

HMAS Canberra Memorial – Sunk in Service

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This memorial, located about 50m from the National Carillon and easily recognised as you walk along the northern shore of the central basin of Lake Burley Griffin is a five tonne anchor and chain of the type typically carried by a naval cruiser like the HMAS Canberra which it commemorates. The base of the memorial is in the shape of a ship. Continue reading “HMAS Canberra Memorial – Sunk in Service” →

February 22, 2017February 23, 2017 TheRamblingWombat St Helena

High Knoll Fort – Fort Of Many Uses.

Unlike the other main fortifications on St Helena, this fort is situated well inland at 584 metres above sea level and has commanding views both to sea and to the valleys below. The island’s other main fortifications are all by the sea. Continue reading “High Knoll Fort – Fort Of Many Uses.” →