Community & Business
17 June, 2022
Learn about those who served us
Our community and nation would not be what is without the sacrifices of those who came before, especially those who served our country, as local military history buff Ray Cook is keenly aware.
On Saturday, 23 July, Mr Cook is delivering a presentation about the local men from the Allora - Clifton district who volunteered in the Second Boer War.
The presentation will take place at the Uniting Church hall in Allora as part of the wider Jumpers and Jazz festivities.
It has been organised by the Allora and District Historical Society, which will also have its two museums open on the day.
The local relationship with the Boer War has been highlighted recently by the Light Horse parade that was held in Allora.
Mr Cook said the Second Boer War, whilst often overlooked in favour of the world wars, is an important part of our history.
Queensland was the first state to offer soldiers to fight alongside the British and in total 7,000 Australians went to war, including a few from the local area.
In addition to the presentation, there will be over 200 pieces of military artefacts from Mr Cook’s private collection on display as well as photos from the 11th Light Horse Regiment.
Personal military items, flags, uniforms, medical equipment, World War II era cigarettes and more will be part of the display.
Ken Reimers will be reciting pertinent poetry.
The museums and Mr Cook’s display will be open from 10am to 3pm, with the talks being delivered at 11am and 1pm.
Tickets will be $15 with all funds going to the Allora and District Historical Society.
