United States 5th Air Force memorial

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TitleUnited States 5th Air Force memorialSummaryTownsville memorial service, which commemorated the Australian and American soldiers of World War II.ContentsFootage of a flag-raising ceremony. The flags of both Australia and the United States were raised -- Footage of a recitation of The Ode of Remembrance -- Footage of a speech by Tony Mooney -- Footage of a memorial plaque being unveiled. The plaque commemorated the United States Air Force, and their presence in Townsville throughout the Second World War -- Footage of a speech by a member of the United States Armed Forces -- Footage of the recitation of a prayer -- Footage of a performance of “The Star-Spangled Banner” -- Footage of a performance of “Advance Australia Fair” -- Compilation of footage of people conversing, following the conclusion of the ceremonyCorporate AuthorTelecasters North QueenslandVideo File Name4028663Original Format Mini DVCollation1 video file (MP4) (15 minutes) : digital ; 579MBDate15th August 2005ImprintTownsville : Telecasters North Queensland, 2005

Restrictions On UseNo permissions granted for reuse. Contact Townsville Citylibraries Local History Collection for reproduction requests.Content GovernanceReasonable efforts have been made to ensure the accuracy and permissability of content. We will respond to feedback in a timely manner.

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United States 5th Air Force memorial