H.M.A.S. Shropshire 1928 - 1954 Plaque
Shrine of Memories, ANZAC Square
Brisbane QLD 4000
Bronze plaque dedicated to the memory of the H.M.A.S. Shropshire and her service between 1942 and 1954. The vessel was the Australian Flagship for the Japanese surrender in Tokyo Bay in 1945. The memorial displays the Ship's Crest and lists the awards and decorations received by the ship's company during its service.
- Inscription
Refer to images.
- Conflicts commemorated
- Second World War, 1939–1945
- Unit memorials
- Memorial type
- Plaque
- Commemorative services held
- The Shrine is utilised for commemorative events.
- Additional information
History of the H.M.A.S. Shropshire on the Royal Australian Navy website.
- Recorded by
- Qld War Memorial Register
- Date recorded
- 14 April 2009
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