Historical information
The Kew War Memorial was planned and constructed at the apex of Cotham Road and High Street, Kew. It was built to commemorate those soldiers from Kew who served in the First World War. The Memorial was designed by the architect Harry Tompkins. It was unveiled by the Governor of Victoria in 1925.
Significance
An early photograph of this iconic Memorial that locates it in its context.
Physical description
Small black and white photographic positive showing the Kew War Memorial in 1927, two years after its opening. The shops, known then as 'The Block' can be seen behind the Memorial.
Inscriptions & markings
Annotated verso "Kew Memorial"
