Kalang Second World War Honour Roll, Bellingen

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This war memorial is a timber honour roll in the shape of a heraldic shield. It is attached to a timber backing board and features the Rising Sun emblem of the Australian Commonwealth Military Forces painted in gold at the top. The roll lists 20 veterans of the Second World War who have a connection to the community of Kalang, located near Bellingen on the Mid North Coast of NSW. No historical information about this memorial has been found in local newspapers from the time. However, we can say it was constructed after the war as the names are listed in alphabetical order. It was also likely unveiled at Kalang.  It is possible the roll was made by the Bellingen Furniture Factory, a local business conducted by L. McNally and G. Griffiths that was established during the First World War. Other district honour rolls held within the museum's collection are of a similar design and it would appear the same company or individual constructed them. The roll is now located in the Bellingen Museum and is available for viewing during opening hours. Also on site is the Kalang First World War Honor Roll, which has a similar design.  Do you know more about this war memorial? Learn how you can contribute to the NSW War Memorials Register.