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The tree commemorates Able Seaman Edgar W. D. Hopley who was killed when H.M.A.S. Yarra sank in the Indian Ocean in March 1942 during World War Two. Of the complement of 151, 138 (including the captain and all officers) were killed in the action or died subsequently on the raft.

Note: The plaque incorrectly states "Eric W. D. Hopley". 

Location

Address:43 Thynne Road, Morningside Uniting Church, Morningside, 4170
State:QLD
Area:AUS
GPS Coordinates:Lat: -27.467981
Long: 153.070518
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Details

Monument Type:Tree
Monument Theme:People
Sub-Theme:Military
Actual Event Start Date:04-March-1942
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Actual Event End Date:04-March-1942
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Dedication

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Front Inscription

Plaque :

In memory of Able Seaman Eric W. D. Hopley

HMAS Yarra, sunk with loss of all crew

Indian Ocean 4 - 3 - 1942

"Lest We Forget"

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