Korean War Memorial, Canberra

The use of white and grey tones, and granite and gravel, recall the harsh climate and terrain that were lasting impressions for those who fought there.

On both sides of the memorial are figures representing Australian soldiers, sailors and airmen who served in Korea.

Battlefield boulders are set in fields of stainless steel poles which symbolise those who died.

Inside are images, maps and text etched into stainless steel panels telling the story of the Australians who served in the Korean War, on the left telling the general story and on the right telling of particular involvement of the Navy (nine ships and an air group), Army (3 RAR, and elements of 1 & 2 RAR), and Air Force (77 Squadron and other elements).

A ground-breaking ceremony was conducted on 17 September 1999 by Kim Dae-jung, President of the Republic of Korea and John Howard MP, Prime Minister of Australia, which is commemorated by a foundation stone.