tiabunna's photos with the keyword: War Memorial

Few people live in Mannahill: I doubt many ever did. Yet, one hundred years ago today, a decision made on the other side of the world led to six young men from this remote area becoming names on this small war memorial. Out here, far removed from the empires of Europe, I found the dissonance surprisingly moving. With the centenary, we now shall be subjected to four years of puffing and posturing by politicians. I'd recommend instead taking in Eric Bogle's song in this link: www.youtube.com/watch?v=7z_dUOhkygY Definitely best viewed on black. Explored.