Gallipoli to Armistice Memorial

In peaceful Queens Park, Maryborough, a powerful open-air memorial guides you from the first step at Gallipoli to the hope of Armistice. Walk with the Anzacs at the Gallipoli to Armistice Memorial — a free, all-abilities experience told through real letters, voices and sculpture. What is the Gallipoli to Armistice Memorial? This immersive memorial traces the birth of the Anzac legend through letters written home by Wide Bay district men on the front line, including Lieutenant Duncan Chapman, the first Anzac ashore at Gallipoli. You’ll encounter an 8‑metre steel evocation of the Gallipoli cliffs, evocative storytelling panels and a journey that culminates in Armistice. [1][2][3][4] Where does the trail take you? Follow inscribed pavers from Gallipoli to the Western Front, passing sculptures and whispering voices that bring personal stories to life. A side path leads to an arbour dedicated to the pitiless Battle of Pozieres, offering time for reflection amid the tranquillity of Queens Park. [1][2][3][4] Who was Lieutenant Duncan Chapman? A Maryborough local, Lt Duncan Chapman became the first Anzac when he stepped ashore near dawn on 25 April 1915. His story anchors the memorial, marked by a bronze statue and the bow of a rowed boat, inviting you to stand in his footsteps and consider the courage shown. [2][3][7] Is the memorial accessible and free? Yes. The all-abilities memorial is free to visit and wends through peaceful, landscaped paths in Queens Park. Step-free outdoor pathways make it welcoming for prams, wheelchairs and mobility aids, and the interpretive design appeals to all ages. [3][4] How can you deepen your experience? Scan onsite QR codes to unlock more stories, then continue the Fraser Coast Military Trail across the region. In Maryborough, the Military and Colonial Museum adds rich context with personal artefacts and medals, complementing what you’ve discovered in the park. [1][2][6][7] What message endures here? Amid the stories of sacrifice, a message of hope endures. Gifts of Anzac Cove stones, sand beneath Chapman’s footsteps and a sculpted relief of Atatürk — shared by the Queensland Turkish Consul — symbolise reconciliation and shared remembrance. [3] Plan your visit, take your time, and let the letters, voices and artworks guide you from Gallipoli to the Western Front — and, ultimately, to peace. [1][2][3][4]

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