Royal Australian Navy Memorial - Design

Design

Bronze figures feature in the memorial and show the daily activities of naval life; the geometric forms, such as the anchor chain, depict elements of a ship. The torrents of water complement the dynamic forms of the work. (The memorials along ANZAC Parade were specifically exempted from water restrictions during the drought of 2005.)

The memorial is also known as Sailors and Ships - Interaction and Interdependence, and was designed and executed by Ante Dabro in collaboration with Lester Firth and Associates, and Robert Woodward.

Coordinates: 35°17′02″S 149°08′46″E / 35.284°S 149.146°E / -35.284; 149.146

Royal Australian Navy
Command
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Former Leadership
  • Minister for the Navy (1915-1973)
Structure
Elements
  • Fleet Air Arm
  • Submarine Service
  • Patrol Boat Group
  • Clearance Diving Teams
  • Royal Australian Naval Reserve
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