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The monument commemorates the formation of No. 12 Squadron Royal Australian Air Force (R.A.A.F.) in February 1939.  It was unveiled on the 50th anniversary of the formation of the Squadron. 

Location

Address:Sir Richard Williams Avenue, Accomodation Centre, R.A.A.F. Laverton, Laverton, 3028
State:VIC
Area:AUS
GPS Coordinates:Lat: -37.864644
Long: 144.760401
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Monument Type:Monument
Monument Theme:Conflict
Sub-Theme:Multiple
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Dedication

Actual Monument Dedication Date:Monday 6th February, 1989
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Front Inscription

No 12 Squadron

1939 - 1948     1973 -    

This plaque commemorates the formation of No 12 Squadron at RAAF Laverton on 6 February 1939 under the command of Squadron Leader Charles 'Moth' Eaton A.F.C.

It is a tribute to all those who have served with the Squadron in war and peace.

Dedicated at RAAF Base Laverton on the 50th anni­versary of the formation of the Squadron in the presence of past and present members.

6 Febru­ary 1989

Left Side Inscription
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Right Side Inscription
Inscription in Proximity
Source: MA
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