There are 9 historical memorials and monuments in Canberra
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The Captain James Cook Memorial was built by the Commonwealth Government to commemorate the Bicentenary of Captain James Cook's first sighting of the east coast of Australia. The memorial includes a water jet located in the central basin and a skeleton globe sculpture at Regatta Point of Lake Burley Griffin in Canberra, showing the paths of Cook's expeditions.
The Australian Army Memorial on Anzac Parade commemorates the service of Australian soldiers.Australian soldiers have fought as a national group in conflicts since the Second Boer War in South Africa. This memorial commemorates their continuing tradition of service, in war, conflict and peace operations.The memorial was unveiled by the Governor-General of Australia, The Hon.
The Australian War Memorial is a place of remembrance and reflection, honouring the sacrifices of those who have died in war.
Shrine and museum built as a visual focus for the country's gratefulness for military sacrifice.
Built by the National Capital Development Commission on behalf of the Commonwealth Government, the jet commemorates the bicentenary of Captain James Cook's discovery of the east coast of Australia.
Beginning at approximately 4:45 p.m. AEDT, the Memorial will bid farewell to visitors with its moving Last Message Ceremony in the Memorial Courtyard.
Magna Carta Square, Parkes.
On 31 May 2017 His Excellency the Honorable General Sir Peter Cosgrove AK MC (retd), Governor General of the Commonwealth of Australia dedicated a memorial to Australians who volunteered and fought in the nation's first war.
A symbol of the ongoing reconciliation process, Reconciliation Place is located between at the heart of Australian democratic and cultural life.